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2009-09-01 : INC 5000, 2009

Inc. Magazine Unveils Exclusive List: Pelican Ranks for Third Consecutive Year

Houston, Texas- September 1, 2009:  Pelican Worldwide, the innovator in valves and sealing for the tank industry, was named for the third consecutive year to Inc. magazine's Inc. 5000, putting Pelican in the ranks of the fastest growing private companies in the United States. The list is a comprehensive look at one of the most important segments of the economy - America's independent-minded entrepreneurs. Inc. magazine has served as a benchmark for the most innovative, dynamic, and successful companies in the nation and Pelican earned their recognition.
 
The 2009 Inc. 5000 serves as a unique report card on the U.S. economy. Despite the ongoing recession, aggregate revenue among the companies on the list actually increased to $214 billion, up $29 billion from last year, with a median three-year growth rate of 126 percent. The Inc. 5000 are responsible for creating more than 1 million jobs since their founding, making the list perhaps the best example of the impact private, fast-growing companies can have on the economy.
 
Pelican arrived at its current position in the Inc. 5000 through a dedication to its mission: innovating industry using cutting edge technology and superior customer service to develop a partnership style of business. What often begins as a simple order soon develops into a supply chain solution utilizing Pelican's global manufacturing and sourcing abilities. This molds a solid relationship that can only help a business grow. Editor of Inc., Jane Berentson "recognizes the creativity, dedication, and hard work that has gone into building Pelican Worldwide what it is today and wishes... many more years of success." Pelican is proud to share a prestigious pedigree with some of the most successful businesses in America.

For additional information, please contact Garth Belue at garthb@pelicanww.com or call +1 713 862 5557.

Pelican innovates industry through its continuing contributions to superior products and methods of manufacture. Pelican can provide virtually any product in the tanking industries and provides friendly, fair and flexible service to meet each customer's individual needs.