Viking Systems raises $934,897 through sale of common stock

Viking Systems Inc. (OTCBB:VKNG) announced today that it has increased its cash and liquidity position through the issuance of common stock. The Company raised $934,897 by selling an aggregate of 4,398,050 shares of its common stock through its previously announced financing facility with Dutchess Opportunity Fund, II, LP.

Robert Mathews, Executive Vice President and CFO of Viking Systems, Inc. said, "We are very pleased to announce that we have brought significant capital into the Company. Clearly it is very important to have access to capital to fund our strategic plans. We have made great progress towards launching our Next Generation 3DHD System and it is essential to have the financial means to fund the final phases of this effort."

The Company has previously stated, and again reiterated, that it intends to raise a total of $2 million to $3 million during 2010 to fund the development and launch of its Next Generation 3DHD system, anticipated 2010 operating losses and working capital needs.

The Company plans to launch its "Next Generation" 3DHD System in the fourth quarter of 2010. The system is targeted to provide the highest quality 3DHD visualization in a cost effective, standalone solution available for minimally invasive surgery worldwide.   

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