Distributor Extends Analog IC Vendor’s Reach into China

Arrow Asia Pac Ltd. (“Arrow Asia Pac”) has signed a franchise agreement with Linear Technology that establishes Arrow Asia Pac as a premier distributor of Linear Technology’s full range of analog integrated circuits (ICs) through its 18 sales offices in mainland China and Hong Kong.

"As the China market continues to grow in importance for Linear Technology, we look for ways to expand our presence. Arrow's large customer base and extensive sales coverage in the China and Hong Kong region and its proven leadership in assisting customers with system designs and technical support extends our ability to support customers in this fast-growing market," said Todd Jackson, director of Asia-Pacific sales for Linear Technology.

"We are extremely excited to partner with Linear Technology in Hong Kong and China," said Skip Streber, senior vice president of marketing, Arrow Asia Pac. "Arrow is well positioned to serve the distribution needs of the world’s leading technology companies, like Linear Technology. This partnership will compliment our existing strong Linear Technology relationships around the globe, allowing us to provide sales support, technical service and supply chain solutions to our broad customer base."

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