SDL plc ("SDL International"), the globalization products and solutions company, today announced the signing of a multi million dollar contract with Microsoft Inc. ("Microsoft"), the world's leading business and personal software company, for the globalization of a number of its leading games software titles. The contract is the culmination of a 2 year working relationship between SDL International and Microsoft.

 SDL International was selected as one Microsofts' preferred globalization partners because of its core skills as both a leading globalization product and services company, and having the required expertise in the rapidly expanding field of online and entertainment software. The contract, which will involve the localization of Microsoft's online and games software titles into multiple languages, will run at least until September 2001.

"SDL International regards this contract win as a significant endorsement from one of our most valued customers," commented Mark Lancaster, CEO of SDL International. "This is an important contract for us confirming the increasing need for the online globalization solutions we offer. SDL International looks forward to a continued partnership with Microsoft in bringing advanced products to market in multiple cultures."

Commenting on the SDL International contract, Anil Singh-Molares, Director of Vendor Relations at Microsoft, said: "The online and entertainment industry is one of the fastest growing software sectors. Microsoft is committed to this exciting market and to embracing global cultures. By working with SDL International we can deliver our products to the entertainment hub and to the living room in what will be a rich, compelling gaming experience in anyone's language."