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Geneva, March 1st 2008. Spineart announces the first implantation of its laminoplasty staple, TRYPTIK®LA, by Dr. Mangione, spine specialist based in Bordeaux, France. This easy to implant staple will soon be available to the market, proving again Spineart’s ability to develop a complete range of innovative and dedicated spinal implants.

Geneva, February 11th 2008. Spineart, leader of a new spinal generation, announces its first lumbar artificial disc surgery, BAGUERA®L. Dr. Morad Pedram, spine surgeon in Bordeaux, France, successfully performed the first lumbar surgery utilizing SpineArt’s new generation of motion implants, BAGUERA®L. This artificial disc is MRI compatible, benefits from our patented shock absorption system, a unique choice of a fixed or mobile PE inlay during the operation, and like all of our innovative products can be easily implanted with a set of high quality ancillaries. For the BAGUERA®L, the set of ancillaries is comprised of only 7 well designed tools. Dr. Morad Pedram commented: “I was extremely satisfied by the very small number of steps which characterize the simple implantation procedure of SpineArt’s lumbar disc.”

Geneva, October 8th 2007. Spineart’s has signed a number of key distribution partnerships, including Germany, Spain, Argentina, Venezuela, and is now covering over 14 countries. In Spain, Spineart has reached an exclusive distribution contract and aims to reach a 5% market share within one year. In Latin America, SpineArt has signed two exclusive distribution contracts in Argentina and Venezuela, and is going to soon follow suit with Brazil and Mexico. Stéphane Mugnier, co-CEO and Head of Sales and Marketing, said:” Two years after its launch, Spineart already distributes its full line of innovative fusion implants, as well as its cervical artificial disc, BAGUERA®C, covering 80% of all spinal pathologies, in over 14 different countries. By the end of 2008, Spineart expect to cover three continents and distribute our full line of innovative products in over 20 countries, as Spineart expand our sales and marketing team and continue to roll out a new generation of implants.

Geneva, January 20th 2007. SpineArt announces a breakthrough with the first implantation of its new generation of motion preservation implants, the cervical BAGUERA®C. Dr. Patrick Vally and Dr. Robin Srour, spine surgeons in Fort de France and Colmar, France, have successfully implanted the world’s first pre-assembled, MRI compatible, shock absorbing cervical artificial disc with containing a mobile PE inlay. In line with its philosophy of forever simplifying technical surgeries, SpineArt’s revolutionary cervical disc can be easily implanted with its small set of high quality instruments. Dr. Vally said:” I was satisfied by the BAGUERA®C as I believe that it represents a leap into the next generation of not only easier, but also safer motion preservation artificial discs.” Dr.Srour commented:” SpineArt’s new artificial disc represents a major breakthrough for surgeons as it must have been the easiest cervical disc that I have ever implanted.” Stéphane Mugnier, co-CEO, commented: “After having launched a full line of innovative spinal fusion implants in record time, SpineArt is beginning a new era by designing and launching a new breed of products which will place it at the forefront of the spinal industry.”

Geneva, December 10th 2006. Spineart announces the launch of its Posterior Cage, JULIET®PO, following the first implantations by Dr. Vally and Dr. Bernard, both from France, several months ago. This posterior lumbar cage is the first of a full range of lumbar cages which will soon also offer a anterior cage, as well as lateral one, all benefitting from our dynamic fusion concept. Stéphane Mugnier, co-CEO, said:” In less than two years, SpineArt has been able to launch a full range of innovative fusion implants, along with a simplified set of sharp looking ancillaries. The company is now ready to compete with its peers in the spinal fusion market. The next important step for us shall be the design of a new generation of motion preservation implants, starting with what we hope to be a revolutionary cervical disc, whilst sticking to our motto of Quality, Innovation & Simplicity”.

Geneva, December 10th 2006. SpineArt, leader of a new spinal generation, has completed the launch of its innovative lumbar fusion range. Dr. Lapras and Dr. Vadier, spinal surgeons in Annecy and Bordeaux, France, have successfully implanted SpineArt’s first polyaxial pedicular screws, ROMEO®. The screw is characterized by a streamlined tip, powerful thread, and a minimally invasive head. As with all of SpineArt’s designs, the ROMEO® screws can be implanted utilizing a simplified set of only twelve high quality ancillaries, and can be strengthened by an Autostable Transverse Hook system.