"Roberto is the perfect candidate to introduce ClusterVision to the Italian HPC market. His many years of HPC experience in Italy, working for companies such as Cray, IBM, Silicon Graphics, and more recently, Linux Networx, will be of great benefit in his new role as Manager Italy," said Dr ir Matthijs van Leeuwen, Sales Director of ClusterVision.

Roberto Ratti comments: "ClusterVision has an impressive track record in building some of the largest supercomputer clusters in Europe. There is clearly a market for such a specialist cluster company in Italy, especially after the departure of Linux Networx from the European market. I'm delighted to now be part of the ClusterVision sales team and look forward to making ClusterVision successful in the Italian market."

Roberto Ratti began his career with IBM Italy where he worked in various roles for almost 12 years. In 1993, Roberto joined Cray Research as Sales Manager Italy and stayed on when Cray was acquired by Silicon Graphics. Most recently, Roberto represented Linux Networx in Italy. His sales successes include contracts with Fiat, Agip, CINECA, ENEA, ENEL, CNR, the Ministries of Defence and Interior, and many Italian universities.

About ClusterVision
ClusterVision is specialist in the design, implementation and support of small- and large-scale computer clusters. Their clustering technology provides a cost-effective alternative to traditional supercomputers by connecting multiple computers to form a unified powerful computing system. ClusterVision's team of experts has designed and built some of the largest and most complex computational, storage and database clusters in Europe. With a background in applied scientific research and practical experience with a wide range of HPC technologies, the team understands customers' requirements and provides tailor-made solutions. ClusterVision has offices in Amsterdam, Gloucester (UK), Munich, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Oslo and Madrid.

For more information
Mr Roberto Ratti
ClusterVision Italy
Via Senigallia 18/2 - Torre A
Milano 20161
Italy
Tel: +39 02 6467 2654
Fax: +39 02 4438 6343

Dr ir Matthijs van Leeuwen
ClusterVision BV
Nieuw-Zeelandweg 15B
1045 AL Amsterdam
Netherlands
Tel: +31 20 407 7550
Fax: +31 84 759 8389