9 August 2010 Dear Valued Customer, We are pleased to announce the recent acquisition of the businesses of Crown Scientific, Global Science & Technology Limited and Quantum Scientific Pty Ltd. by VWR International. This acquisition expands VWR's distribution and service capabilities within Australia and New Zealand, providing better value, enhanced services and a broader product and services portfolio to existing Crown Scientific, Global Science, Quantum Scientific and VWR customers. This acquisition allows VWR and Global Science to combine strong industry knowledge, product and service portfolios and distribution expertise. Global Science's broad product line includes many brands complementary to VWR's product offering. In addition, the combination provides even greater service capabilities, thereby providing increased value for all our customers. As part of VWR, the Global Science business will continue to service customers with the same products and services from the same locations. Global Science's product offering will over time be augmented by VWR providing a full complement of top quality branded high-technology instruments, equipment, chemicals, life science products, production supplies and safety products. For further information please contact your Global Science Sales Representative or John Knowles, General Manager - Sales & Marketing. Thank you for the honor of serving as your science supply resource. Sincerely,
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