JACKSONVILLE, Fla., March 15, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mariner's Choice International, Inc. (Pink Sheets:MCII), a North American manufacturer and marketer of an extensive line of ecologically-safe products for the marine and other industry segments, today announced that it is making inroads in the Dominican Republic with MUNOX® SR and their full environmental product line.
Company officials have met with the Ministry of Environment and have initiated the registration process for its products. The Ministry responded positively to the technical information presented and have expressed interest in the opportunity of having access to the products for bioremediation and other environmental applications. The Company has appointed a local representative to assist in developing the business on the island.
Amie Hingston, President & CEO stated, "Our focused effort on bioremediation continues to show great promise. The progress in the Caribbean is certainly gaining momentum. The islands, where we have been active are Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, Curacao and now adding the Dominican Republic to the list. Some of the new developments in the Caribbean with MUNOX® SR include the product being considered as part of a clean-up regimen by an oil refinery, inclusion in a number of remediation bid submissions, preparing for testing of new technologies. These are just some of the recent undertakings of Mariner's Choice and we anticipate adding new territories in the coming months as we continue to execute our targeted strategy."
On another note, Mariner's Choice has taken steps forward with its name change, which will position the company to be more relevant to its business developments and reflect the scope of its growth opportunities. Announcement will be made upon completion of registration.
About Mariner's Choice International, Inc.
Mariner's Choice manufactures and markets high-performance, ecologically safe commercial, industrial and retail products utilizing leading-edge readily biodegradable technologies. Each product is tested to exacting standards and superior performance levels that often exceed those of comparable products that contain harmful compounds or ingredients. Some of the company's "green" products employ nanotechnology. For more information, please visit www.marinerschoice.net <http://www.marinerschoice.net/>.
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