June 8, 2004
Applanix Appoints New Marine Customer Support Engineer

RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO – Applanix Corporation is delighted to announce the appointment of Bruce Francis to the position of Marine Customer Support Engineer at their Houston, Texas office.

Bruce will be responsible for providing technical support to an extensive customer base throughout North America, and brings more than 25 years experience in marine geophysical, geotechnical and oceanographic operations. He has extensive expertise in the marine industry, most recently with Fugro McClelland Marine Geosciences.

This appointment ensures the continued first class technical support which POS MV users around the world have come to rely on, and reinforces Applanix’ standing as the leader in motion and positioning technologies for the marine market. Customer support for the Applanix POS MV position and orientation system is also provided from offices in the UK and Canada.

Customers can contact Bruce via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or by telephone at +1 (713) 896-9900.

About Applanix Corporation
Applanix, a Trimble Company (NASDAQ: TRMB), develops, manufactures, sells and supports products and solutions for Mobile Mapping and Positioning. Applanix’ Position and Orientation Systems ( POS) are used in a variety of applications, including road profiling, GIS data acquisition, aerial surveying and mapping, railroad track maintenance and seafloor mapping. Established in 1991, Applanix strives to support customers around the world with exceptional service.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Applanix Corporation
Andrew Stott
Marketing & Communications
PH: (289) 695-6000 x 275
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Web site: www.applanix.com