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RNS Number : 3752F 
Galleon Holdings PLC 
12 January 2010 
 

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| Date:            | 12 January 2010                                                | 
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| On behalf of:    | Galleon Holdings plc ('Galleon', 'the Company' or 'the Group') | 
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| Embargoed for:   | 0700hrs                                                        | 
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Galleon Holdings PLC 
Sokator-442 distribution agreement with Game 5 
 
 
Galleon Holdings plc (AIM: GON), the AIM listed entertainment media company 
developing and producing multi-platform properties ("MEPs") with a focus on 
emerging markets, is pleased to announce that it has signed a distribution 
agreement for Sokator-442 with online operator HuanBang WeiYe (Beijing) Science 
and Technology Co., Ltd ("Game 5"). 
 
 
Game 5 is one of China's leading operators and distributors in the rapidly 
growing sector of browser based games with nearly 40 million registered users 
and currently growing at an average of approximately  35% per month.  Under the 
terms of the agreement, the game will be localised by Game 5, who will then be 
responsible for the marketing and operational costs of running the game in 
China.  Galleon will take 40% of gross revenues that Sokator-442 generates 
through the Game 5 platform.  This agreement is non-exclusive allowing Galleon 
to work with other partners to broaden Sokator-442's distribution. Sokator-442 
will be cross promoted with the release of the Sokator-442 animated movie which 
will be distributed through cinemas by Polybona throughout China in June to 
coincide with the 2010 Football World Cup. A TV gameshow based on the fantasy is 
also being discussed with broadcast partners for the back end of the year. 
 
 
According to recent statistics published by the China Internet Network 
Information Centre, ("CNNIC")  revenue from browser based games jumped from RMB 
100million in 2007 to RMB 500million in 2008.   This revenue is expected to 
increase to RMB 900million by the end of 2009 and forecast to be worth RMB 
2.1billion by the end of 2012. 
 
 
Galleon's Sokator-442 (www.sokator442.com) has already been launched and tested 
in 2009 as an English language version. This version has seen over 500,000 
virtual matches played already. It is a multi-player, intergalactic football 
(soccer) management game that combines tactical thinking with fantasy/sci-fi 
gameplay.  Unlike other browser-based games that are heavily text-based, 
Sokator442 uses rich dynamic graphics that illustrate the alien football matches 
in an anime comic-strip style.  Sokator-442 features  seven different alien 
species that all have their own stadiums and characteristics. This game will 
further benefit from the broadcast of the animated movie and TV gameshow outside 
of China. 
 
 
Commenting on the agreement, Stephen Green, CEO of Galleon Holdings, said: 
"Game 5 is one of the fastest growing game portals in China. Looking at the 
internet gaming market in China, and in particular the rapid growth seen in 
browser based games, we are very excited about the potential for this agreement 
and are delighted to be working with Game 5." 
 
 
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Enquiries: 
 
 
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| Galleon Holdings plc                         |              www.galleonplc.com | 
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| Stephen Green, Chief Executive               |              Tel: 020 8742 3636 | 
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| Cenkos Securities (Nominated Adviser &       |                                 | 
| Broker)                                      |                                 | 
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| Ken Fleming / Jon Fitzpatrick                |   Tel: 0131 220 9772 / 0131 220 | 
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| Redleaf Communications                       |          Galleon@redleafpr.com  | 
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| Wendy Watherston / Mike Ward / Lucy Salaman  |              Tel: 020 7566 6700 | 
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Notes to Editors: 
 
 
ABOUT GALLEON HOLDINGS 
Galleon Holdings plc creates and distributes multi-platform branded 
entertainment properties focused on the emerging markets, in particular China 
and Southeast Asia. The entertainment properties are designed to establish a 
direct, interactive relationship with the viewer. 
 
 
Television in China reaches approximately 98% of the population of 1.3 billion. 
Mobile phone penetration is also high, with over 500 million subscribers, and 
with over 300 million people online, China is now the largest online market in 
the world. Huge TV audiences and growing access to interactive platforms 
present a substantial opportunity for Galleon to benefit from the popularity of 
and demand for interactive entertainment and game shows: China is forecast to 
become the world's fifth largest advertising market. 
 
 
In October 2007, Galleon acquired Phoenix, a Hong Kong-based media solutions 
company, which specialises in the provision of interactive broadcast television 
services that enable broadcasters in China and Southeast Asia to provide 
interactive entertainment for audiences through TV, online and mobile access 
points. 
 
 
In February 2008, Galleon acquired Yunbo, a mobile service provider in China, 
strengthening the Company's ability to provide Chinese broadcasters with a 
complete media solutions for multiplatform entertainment. Now, Galleon has total 
control over the interactive content, its delivery to the consumer, data capture 
and the billing process. 
 
 
Galleon develops entertainment formats for children, families and young adults. 
These include: 
  *  Super Soccer Star - an interactive, family-orientated football talent show 
  produced in association with Chelsea Football Club. Successful series have been 
  broadcast in China and Malaysia, and the property has now been licensed in 47 
  territories. 
  *  Skunk Fu! - a comedy/action animated TV show for kids aged 6-11. 
  *  Apollo's Pad - an interactive online animated sitcom targeting the young male 
  audience. 
 
 
 
More information about Sokator-442 
 
 
Also unique to Sokator-442 are collectible 'power' cards that directly influence 
each match, these are key to creating a 'Shaolin Soccer' experience. The game is 
free to play, with additional premium content and functionality available for a 
small fee that is payable through a number of channels, including premium SMS, 
interactive voice response (IVR), PayPal and credit/debit card transactions. 
 
 
 
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