Unterpremstaetten, Austria (September 28, 2011) — austriamicrosystems AG (SIX: AMS), a leading worldwide designer and manufacturer of high performance analog ICs for consumer, communications, industry & medical and automotive applications, today announced that it has been awarded the status of Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) for its headquarters at Unterpremstaetten, Austria.

This certification establishes austriamicrosystems as a reliable and trustworthy partner that fulfils requirements regarding monitoring systems, solvency, lawful conduct and security standards for the international movement of goods. The AEO certificate is issued by the Austrian customs authorities and recognized in all European Union (EU) member states. Receiving the highest level of certification "Authorized Economic Operator Full", austriamicrosystems benefits from simplified customs procedures and security-related monitoring as well as preferred treatment during customs clearance.

"We are delighted to have achieved AEO certification for our headquarters in Austria ," says John Heugle, CEO at austriamicrosystems. "The AEO-F (Full) certificate demonstrates our contribution to a secure international supply chain while our customers benefit from a recognized hallmark of quality and safety in customs and supply chain management.”