SDL plc ("SDL"), the world's leading provider of multilingual solutions offering scalable translation technology software and services, today announced the opening of a new Test Technology Center in Dublin, Ireland. SDL has had an installation in Dun Laoghaire for the past three years. Due to further expansion in demand, the new location will provide a wider solution for software testing of SDL customers' products.

 SDL's new Center is located in the Apex Business Center, Sandyford, Dublin, Ireland, and works closely with many leading software and computer related companies such as Microsoft, FileNet, Intel, Adobe, CA and Vivendi.

With a complete range of testing services on all languages, across all major business and games platforms, SDL is increasingly being asked by clients to provide testing and engineering teams, which create an extension to their internal structure. This, together with a dedicated communication and reporting relationship, enables clients to enjoy a more cost effective testing solution and also allows them to meet increasing workloads and tighter deadlines.

SDL already has a substantial representation within Ireland, with more than 100 people providing localization, translation and software development services to customers across the globe, as part of the company's worldwide infrastructure of more than 1100 staff in 32 offices. The new Center will mean the recruitment of more than 30 technical staff into the Group and improvements in services, such as higher speed networks and coverage of multiple hardware platforms.

"We have a large number of IT operations that have begun to expand their development activity, as a sign of confidence in their future markets", confirmed SDL's Divisional Director, Dominic Kinnon. "Ireland is a key location for software localization and technical expertise, so Dublin was the obvious choice to locate our new, purpose-built Center."

"We have experienced a huge upsurge for the type of technical Testing services that we offer. The investment in the expansion of our facilities and staff expertise will allow SDL to meet the growing demand for dedicated Testing solutions, as the market continues to outsource this vital function." commented Sean Nolan, General Manager of the Center.