03/05/2003 - M S International, Inc. to Become Master Supplier of Natural Stone to CCA Global Partners

03/05/2003

M S International, Inc. ("MSI"), a leading North American Importer & national Distributor of natural stone, today announced that MSI has agreed to become the master supplier of natural stone to CCA Global Partners, the world's largest floor covering retailer. The supply agreement underscores the growing popularity of natural stone in the retail flooring market.

Under the terms of the program, MSI will offer its Premium Natural Stone line of products to the members of CCA Global, beginning in March 2003. MSI's Premium Natural Stone line of products includes slate, travertine, marble, granite and limestone tiles in various colors and sizes and will be distributed from MSI's four strategic warehouses. The program team will be headed by Nile Shah, a fifteen year veteran of the natural stone industry, and supported by Fred Meredith, a twenty year veteran of the carpet/flooring industry

Manu Shah, CEO of MSI said, "This supply agreement with CCA further demonstrates the popularity of natural stone, as well as our ability to supply our customers, and ultimately the retail consumer with the products they desire. We are proud to sign this agreement with CCA which exemplifies not only the breadth of our product line and nationwide distribution capabilities, but also our timely delivery and highest order fill rate within the industry."

M S International, Inc., founded in 1975, is a leading distributor of natural stone in North America. Headquartered in Anaheim, MSI also maintains branches in New Jersey, Atlanta, Chicago, India, and Mexico City. MSI's product line includes granite, slate, marble, travertine, sandstone, limestone and other natural stone products imported from over 35 countries on Six continents. The company services a nationwide customer base, which includes leading retailers and wholesalers of natural stone. More information on MSI can be found on the web at msisurfaces.com.

M S International, Inc., founded in 1975, is a leading distributor of natural stone in North America. Headquartered in Anaheim, MSI also maintains branches in New Jersey, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, India, and Mexico City. MSI's product line includes granite, slate, marble, travertine, sandstone, limestone and other natural stone products imported from over 35 countries on Six continents. The company services a nationwide customer base, which includes leading retailers and wholesalers of natural stone. With a workforce exceeding 150 highly experienced, enthusiastic and customer driven employees, MSI strives to accomplish the vision of "being the world's premier distributor of natural stone." More information on MSI can be found on the web at msisurfaces.com.

CCA Global Partners, founded in 1984, is the world's largest floor covering retailer selling name-brand carpets and floor coverings such as natural stone, ceramic tile, laminates, and hardwoods. With over 2,400 locations in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, CCA Global Partners operates under the Carpet One, Flooring America, Stone Mountain Carpet Mill Outlets, ProSource, Rug Decor, Floor Expo, GCO Carpet Outlet and International Design Guild brand names.