Globalstar Awards Alcatel Study Contract To Replace Its Satellites

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by Staff Writers
Paris, France (SPX) Apr 06, 2006
Globalstar has awarded Alcatel Alenia Space a study contract for the design of a new satellite constellation aiming at replacing Globalstar's first generation satellites.

In the frame of this study, Alcatel Alenia Space, which has started to analyze Globalstar's requirements, will investigate to submit a new constellation architecture based on low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites with an extended life span.

"Globalstar is pleased by Alcatel's strong commitment to our rapidly growing business", said Jay Monroe, Chairman and CEO of Globalstar, Inc. Mr. Monroe went on to add, "Alcatel Alenia Space is uniquely positioned to provide Globalstar with a cost effective solution for a second generation LEO satellite system. Alcatel's demonstrated satellite and network telecommunications capabilities combine to offer Globalstar a highly competitive solution for meeting our future service needs."

Pascale Sourisse, President and CEO of Alcatel Alenia Space says : "Alcatel has been partnering with Globalstar from the very early days. Having been selected by shows the continued confidence and trust that Globalstar has in our company. We are committed to offer the most comprehensive, advanced and efficient satellite solutions to enhance Globalstar customer service."

Pascale Sourisse adds: "Alcatel's expertise in Space and Telecom gives us a unique opportunity to participate in Globalstar's future Ancillary Terrestrial Component (ATC) service for their next generation integrated satellite and terrestrial network."

The current Globalstar LEO constellation provides telecommunication coverage to over 120 countries around the world. The satellites relative proximity enable voice and data signals to travel quickly, resulting in crisp, clear, reliable communications, without any voice delays.

Alcatel Alenia Space participated in the design of the complete first generation system and was responsible for the supply of satellite payloads, structures, heat control elements and part of the gateways as well as satellite integration.

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