Grayling has signed an affiliate deal with Tehran-based PGt Advertising, a top PR and ad agency in the Islamic Republic.
Grayling Middle East managing director Jonathan Shillington called Iran "an increasingly important market for many of our internationally focused clients."
Shillington said the deal will provide a mix of PR, public affairs, digital and consumer marketing to clients.
Thirteen-year-old PGt is privately owned and led by CEO Mina Bina (pictured) and founders Alex Cordier and Alan Cordier (brothers). Clients include Philips, Samsung, Benq and Nokia.
“As Iran opens up its arms to the world, we are proud to be able to offer our clients a truly integrated international communications reach and quality of service," said PGt managing director Sam Cordier.
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