New Rapid Transit System in South Africa to Include Intelligent Rail 
        Security Solution from March Networks and Bombardier

    OTTAWA, May 31 /CNW Telbec/ - March Networks(TM) (TSX:MN; AIM:MNW), a
leading provider of IP-based video surveillance solutions, announced today
that 96 new Electrostar cars for the Gautrain Rapid Rail Link in Gauteng
Province, South Africa, will be equipped with the Bombardier SEKURFLO transit
security solution. The video surveillance component of the SEKURFLO solution
is jointly designed and developed by Bombardier Transportation and March
Networks.
    Encompassing 80 km of dual-lane track, the Gautrain will connect
Johannesburg and Tshwane (Pretoria) with OR Tambo International Airport. It
will begin operation in two phases, with the first slated for completion in
June 2010, when the country will host the FIFA World Cup. The transportation
system is expected to serve approximately 140,000 passengers daily by 2010.
    The SEKURFLO solution will enable Gautrain personnel to monitor driver
and passenger safety and deter theft and vandalism. It will also alert staff
to potential emergencies and provide visual information to accelerate
response. The solution combines video management platforms with onboard
systems integration to ensure effective operation and lower cost of ownership.
    "Designed for demanding applications in passenger rail environments, the
SEKURFLO solution provides world-class rail systems such as the Gautrain with
an intelligent rail security solution that promotes safety and operational
efficiency," said Peter Strom, President and CEO of March Networks. "We are
proud to be involved in this exciting project and will continue to collaborate
with Bombardier to deliver sophisticated mobile security management to rail
operators worldwide."

    About March Networks

    March Networks(TM) (TSX:MN; AIM:MNW) is a leading provider of innovative
video and data applications used for security surveillance, monitoring,
analysis and business optimization. The company's software and IP-based
hardware solutions allow businesses to increase operational efficiencies,
address risk, and manage assets with an integrated set of video-based
intelligence tools and business intelligence applications. The ISO 9001:2000
certified company serves the needs of leading financial institutions,
retailers, transportation authorities, commercial/industrial organizations and
government/homeland security agencies in approximately 50 countries. For more
information, please visit www.marchnetworks.com.

    About Bombardier

    A world-leading manufacturer of innovative transportation solutions, from
regional aircraft and business jets to rail transportation equipment, systems
and services, Bombardier Inc. is a global corporation headquartered in Canada.
Its revenues for the fiscal year ended Jan. 31, 2007, were $14.8 billion US,
and its shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). News and
information are available at www.bombardier.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This release contains certain forward-looking information, including
expectations of future business. This information is based on the company's
current expectations and assumptions that are subject to a variety of risks
and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and that may be beyond March
Networks' control. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed
in any forward-looking statements due to factors such as customer demand and
timing of purchasing decisions, increased levels of competition, technological
changes and the successful development of new products, dependence on
third-party manufacturers, risks relating to intellectual property
infringement claims, and other risks and factors identified in March Networks'
public filings with regulatory authorities in Canada. March Networks assumes
no obligation to update these forward-looking statements as a result of new
information or future events.

    MARCH NETWORKS and the MARCH NETWORKS logo are trademarks of March
    Networks Corporation. Bombardier, SEKURFLO and Electrostar are trademarks
    of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks are the
    property of their respective owners.

For further information: Peter Wilenius, March Networks Corporation, (613)
591-8181, pwilenius@marchnetworks.com



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