Methode Electronics Data Solutions Group Opens New Office in London

February 19, 2015

The Data Solutions Group Extends Reach Within European Market

RICHARDSON, TX--(Marketwired - Feb 19, 2015) - In a strategic move aimed at further expansion in the European market, Methode Electronics' Data Solutions Group, a division of Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI), today announced the grand opening of a new office in London. An open house will be held Thursday, February 26, 2015, for customers and interested parties.

"For more than four years, we have been providing key support to our global customers through our operations in Europe," said Tim Hazzard, president of Methode Electronics Data Solutions Group. "Our office in the heart of the City of London's business district will not only provide capacity for increased customer support, engineering, sales and leadership functions across the company, but will also complement our current presence in Frankfurt, Malta and Dublin -- allowing the Data Solutions Group to focus on delivering exceptional customer care locally."

Hazzard concluded, "As we extend our international reach within Europe, the new office space will allow us to increase our capabilities in key areas that align with our current and future growth plans, while giving us dedicated facilities to host customer briefings and other activities. Our team is excited about the growth we are experiencing, and this move represents a commitment to continue to build on the success our team has accomplished."

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About Methode Electronics Data Solutions Group

Methode Electronics Data Solutions Group supports the telecommunications, data communications and data center industries with versatile data center infrastructure management (DCIM) and physical layer solutions that deliver value from day one. We stand apart through innovation; our ability to provide quality, customized solutions; and a diverse portfolio of products. For additional company and product information, please visit www.methode-datasolutions.co.uk/.

About Methode Electronics, Inc.

Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI) is a global developer of custom-engineered and application-specific products and solutions with manufacturing, design and testing facilities in China, Egypt, Germany, India, Italy, Lebanon, Malta, Mexico, the Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. We design, manufacture and market devices employing electrical, electronic, wireless, safety radio remote control, sensing and optical technologies to control and convey signals through sensors, interconnections and controls. Our business is managed on a segment basis, with those segments being Automotive, Interconnect, Power Products and Other. Our components are in the primary end markets of the automobile, computer, information processing and networking equipment, voice and data communication systems, consumer electronics, appliances, aerospace vehicles and industrial equipment industries. Further information can be found on Methode's website, www.methode.com.

Methode Electronics - Data Solutions Group Contact:
Karen Dickerson
Senior Marketing Manger
(469) 619-8516
kdickerson@methode.com