ECS ICT expects Thunderobot deal to boost revenue growth

KUALA LUMPUR: ECS ICT Bhd which expanded its ICT products distribution portfolio after its wholly owned subsidiary ECS ASTAR Sdn Bhd was appointed as the sole distributor for the Thunderobot gaming computers and accessories in Malaysia, expects the distributorship to grow the group’s revenue for 2018.
The group’s CEO Soong Jan Hsung said in a statement that the addition of four new Thunderobot product offerings namely the DINO, 911 GT, ST Plus and 911 SE to the existing distribution portfolio will enlarge ECS’ product offerings and increase the group’s revenue for 2018.
Thunderobot computers will be available at authorised ECS retailers nationwide in Malaysia as well as the online branded stores on popular e-commerce websites.
The company will be the first company to offer the products.
“Southeast Asia is the fastest growing region for the e-Sports scene at a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 36.1% between 2015-2019, reaching 19.8 million of e-Sports enthusiasts.
“Tapping on the lucrative world of digital gaming, Malaysia has plans to host the Malaysia Cyber Games 2018 as well as prep for the 2022 Asian Games to boost the presence of e-Sports in the country.
“Hence, ECS Malaysia, being the first in SouthEast Asia to offer Thunderobot computers, will be able to ride along the e-Sports wave,” said Soong.
The products does not only cater to the gaming crowd, but also serves as graphic workstations for architectural and design professions, given its ability for heavy duty performance.