ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:ATNY) (“API”, “API Technologies”, or the “Company”), a trusted provider of RF/microwave, microelectronics, and security solutions for critical and high-reliability applications, today announced that as of June 25, 2012, it will be included in the Russell 2000 Index.

“API Technologies is pleased to announce that, in tandem with the Company's growing number of technology offerings and higher market cap, the stock has been added to the Russell 2000 Index as part of its annual portfolio rebalancing”

“API Technologies is pleased to announce that, in tandem with the Company's growing number of technology offerings and higher market cap, the stock has been added to the Russell 2000 Index as part of its annual portfolio rebalancing,” said Bel Lazar, President and Chief Operating Officer of API Technologies. “We continue to focus on margin improvement, cash flow generation, and revenue-enhancing synergies between our operating units. We welcome the opportunity to educate a broader audience of investors on our vision, our value, and our potential.”

About API Technologies Corp.

API Technologies designs, develops and manufactures electronic systems, subsystems, RF and secure solutions for technically demanding defense, aerospace and commercial applications. API Technologies' customers include many leading Fortune 500 companies. API Technologies trades on the NASDAQ under the symbol ATNY. For further information, please visit the Company website at www.apitechnologies.com.

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