Satyam Computer Services Limited : Mahindra Satyam and Intertek Partner to Streamline Smart Grid Testing and Product Engineering Technologies

Mahindra Satyam and Intertek Partner to Streamline Smart Grid Testing and Product Engineering Technologies Hyderabad - January 17, 2012 - Mahindra Satyam, a leading global consulting and IT services provider, today announced that signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Intertek, a leading international provider of testing, inspection and certification services,, to collaborate on Smart Grid-focused testing and engineering activities. The MOU outlines plans to jointly improve advisory, inspection and certification services, enhancing Mahindra Satyam's efforts to deliver end-to-end engineering solutions to smart grid clients. "Our partnership presents a wide range of potential benefits to our clients," said Karthikeyan Natarajan, Sr.Vice President and Global Head, Integrated Engineering Solutions, Mahindra Satyam "We continue to strive for excellence, and with Intertek's expertise in design review services, testing, and certification services, we will deliver added value to our customers in our smart grid offerings." Mahindra Satyam will begin integrating Intertek's satellite Program in laboratories to conform to current smart grid industry standards and regulations. Under the agreement, Mahindra Satyam will serve as Intertek's partner for testing various industry standards in the smart grid business vertical. "We are very excited to be working with an Industry leading company like Mahindra Satyam," Sunny Rai, Regional Vice President, Renewable Energy, Intertek. Mahindra Satyam's expertise in smart grid applications is aligned with Intertek's objective to advance industry safety standards and help speed the evolution of this important technology for our clients around the world." The MOU between Mahindra Satyam and Intertek will streamline the process by which the two companies cooperate on projects for the automotive, aerospace and consumer electronics industries, while also enhancing services offerings for customers. About Mahindra Satyam Mahindra Satyam is a leading global business and information technology services company that leverages deep industry and functional expertise, leading technology practices, and an advanced, global delivery model to help clients transform their highest-value business processes and improve their business performance. The company's professionals excel in enterprise solutions, supply chain management, client relationship management, business intelligence, business process quality, engineering and product lifecycle management, and infrastructure services, among other key capabilities. Mahindra Satyam is part of the $14.4 billion Mahindra Group, a global federation of companies and one of the top 10 business houses based in India. The group focuses on enabling people to rise. Mahindra operates in the key industries that drive economic growth, enjoying a leadership position in tractors, utility vehicles, information technology, vacation ownership, rural and semi-urban financial services, etc. Mahindra has a significant and growing presence amongst others, in the automotive industry, agribusiness, aerospace, automotive components, consulting services, defence, energy, industrial equipment, logistics, real estate, retail, steel and two wheelers. Mahindra Satyam development and delivery centers in the US, Canada, Brazil, the UK, Hungary, Egypt, UAE, India, China, Malaysia, Singapore, and Australia serve numerous clients, including many Fortune 500 organizations. For clarifications, write to us at: [e-mail] About Intertek Intertek is a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world. From auditing and inspection, to testing, quality assurance and certification, Intertek people are dedicated to adding value to customers' products and processes, supporting their success in the global marketplace. Intertek has the expertise, resources and global reach to support its customers through its network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and 30,000 people in over 100 countries around the world. Intertek Group plc (LSE: ITRK) is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index. Visit: Safe Harbor This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The forward-looking statements contained herein are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking statements. Mahindra Satyam undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements.