(Fredericton, NB) — New Brunswick based ADI Group Inc., and its subsidiaries ADI Systems Inc. and Geomembrane Technologies Inc. (GTI), announced today they have been seleted as a Platinum Winner in the Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies program. Established in 1993, Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies is a national program, recognizing Canadian companies that have met rigorous standards and implemented world-class business practices and created value through innovation.

"To achieve Platinum status, which involves being recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies for six consectuive years, is a remarkable achievement," stated Hollis Cole, CEO of ADI Group Inc. "This award is a tribute to our talented workforce and uncompromising corporate values. We are honoured that ADI Group is among the very best companies across the country."

An independent judging panel evaluates how companies address various business challenges, including new technologies, globalization, brand management, leadership, leveraging and developing core competencies, and hiring the right talent to facilitate growth.

"Our business strategy is focused, our core business is growing, we have maintained a healthy balance sheet, and our experienced team of employees has earned the right to be recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies," continued Mr. Cole.  "To consistently be placed in the 50 Best demonstrates that ADI provides exceptional service to our clients and continues our committment to innovation. This award is a testament to the dedication and excellence of our employees.  We look forward to continued excellence in all that we do."

About ADI Group Inc.
ADI began in 1945 and has grown steadily since.  ADI Group Inc. provides design-build services, composting operations and through ADI Systems and Geomembrane Technologies is a leader in wastewater treatment solutions, energy recovery and geomembrane cover systems to industries and governments worldwide.  It has experience working on more than 170 projects in over 30 countries around the globe.

The company holds numerous patents in water and wastewater treatment processes, geomembrane cover systems and hydrogen sulfide removal from gas streams, resulting from a long history of investing in research and development.  Its research is ongoing in the pursuit of future market-driven technologies. 

About Canada's Best Managed Companies
Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies is the mark of excellence for Canadian-owned and managed companies with revenues exceeding $10 million. Every year entrepreneurial companies compete for this designation in a rigorous and independent process that evaluates management skills and new practices.