Sharkstooth Partner With Access Pacific

Online, May 23, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Auckland, New Zealand May 25th 2010 - 2 Guns Ltd, manufacturer of the revolutionary new hidden deck fastener Sharkstooth and Access Pacific Ltd, New Zealand's leading exporter of outdoor wood solutions have today announced a strategic partnership to jointly access new markets and provide enhanced products and services to their customers.

Paul Ashman, CEO, 2 Guns Ltd. commented, "We are proud to be partnering with APL and believe their extensive knowledge and networks within international markets will support our growth plans and help us to support customers around the world in creating better decks and outdoor living areas."

Access Pacific's Durapine Timber is a superior quality New Zealand radiata pine timber developed to ensure structural performance combined with quality of finish. Sharkstooth, the unique side fixing hidden deck fastener, is designed to ensure that this high quality of finish can be maintained and the wood condition is preserved long term. Durapine Timber products are used extensively for decking and outdoor construction and when used with Sharkstooth hidden deck fasteners provide long lasting, safe and visually appealing decking.

Daniel Gudsell, International Marketing Manager, APL commented "Partnering with Sharkstooth is a great move for us. This relationship means we can continue to offer a solution to clients both domestically and internationally. The product complements our portfolio and ensures we continue to differentiate from the competition."

APL has established distribution and representation in many key global markets including Australia, Thailand, Vietnam and has a significant presence in Europe through their French offices. Sharkstooth has a strong domestic market in New Zealand and sees international growth as the next logical step in its development.

James Painter, Sales and Marketing Director, 2 Guns Ltd. commented "The products complement each other really well and our joint proposition means we can provide a decking solution to customers seeking the superior deck."

About 2 Guns Limited
2 Guns Limited is a private company founded in 2009 by entrepreneurs Paul Ashman and James Painter and is based in Auckland, New Zealand. 2 Guns Limited are the original designers and manufacturers of Sharkstooth products. Sharkstooth is an innovative New Zealand designed and manufactured hidden deck fastener that improves deck design while increasing deck life, improving safety and reducing environmental impact. Please visit www.sharkstooth.co.nz to learn more about our products.

About Access Pacific Limited
Access Pacific Ltd (APL) is a leading New Zealand wood products company, specialising in outdoor products. APL is a 100% New Zealand owned company headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. Please visit www.accesspacific.co.nz to learn more about our products and services.