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Tyco Electronics Names Arrow Electronics 'Distributor Of The Year'

May 15, 2003

MELVILLE, N.Y., May 13, 2003-- Arrow Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: ARW) was recently named Tyco Electronics' "Distributor of the Year" in North America in recognition for helping to extensively grow Tyco Electronics' product sales from 2001 to 2002.

"As a result of the close coordination with the Tyco Electronics sales force, the marketing and inventory programs that were put in place by Arrow, and the outstanding efforts of Arrow's sales management team, significant gains were achieved for Tyco Electronics," explained Ray Horner, Director of Distribution-Americas, for Tyco Electronics. "Arrow is very easy to do business with and is quick to react to customer and market needs."

"Arrow's successful relationship with Tyco Electronics combines overall teamwork and cooperation to support Tyco's objectives," explained Don Schlidt, Vice President, PEMCO Supplier Services Group, Arrow Electronics, Inc. "To have achieved this level of recognition with a key supplier in such a short period of time is outstanding."

"I am delighted to see our efforts recognized in this way," added Jan Salsgiver, President, North American Components, Arrow Electronics, Inc. "We work hard at delivering products and services that set the standard for the rest of the industry. Arrow is committed to being Tyco Electronics' best distributor now and in the future, and we are honored to be recognized for our accomplishments."

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About Tyco Electronics

Tyco Electronics is a major division of Tyco International Ltd. (NYSE: TYC; LSE: TYI; BSX: TYC). Tyco Electronics is the world's largest passive electronic components manufacturer; a world leader in cutting-edge wireless, active fiber optic and complete power systems technologies; and is also rapidly developing extensive networking and building technology installation services. Tyco Electronics provides advanced technology products from over forty well-known and respected brands, including Agastat, Alcoswitch, AMP, AMP NETCONNECT, Buchanan, CII, CoEv, Critchley, Elcon, Elo TouchSystems, M/A-COM, Madison Cable, OEG, OneSource Building Technologies, Potter & Brumfield, Raychem, Schrack, Simel and TDI Batteries.

About Arrow Electronics

Arrow Electronics is one of the world's largest distributors of electronic components and computer products and a leading provider of services to the electronics industry. Headquartered in Melville, New York, Arrow serves as a supply channel partner for more than 600 suppliers and 150,000 original equipment manufacturers, contract manufacturers, and value-added resellers through 193 sales facilities and 21 distribution centers in 40 countries and territories.

Media Contact Information:

Maria Neder

Manager, Public Relations

Arrow Electronics

631-847-5467

mneder@arrow.com

Arrow Electronics

http://www.arrow.com

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