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Celebrate the return of Globalstar with two months free service and no activation fee!

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To celebrate the success of Globalstar’s fourth, second-generation satellite launch, all new customers who activate a GSP-1700 satellite phone or GSP-1700-MR Bundle before 31st March 2013 on our Voice & Data Plans* will receive the first two months subscription free of charge and free activation (usually €50).

GSP-1700 Portable Satellite Phone

GSP-1700 Portable Satellite Phone

With the GSP-1700 priced at just £325 ex VAT this is an excellent time to purchase a satellite phone.  At GTC we have been eagerly awaiting the launch of the new satellites and can confirm that the voice quality we are currently receiving during testing is excellent.  The GSP-1700 offers up to 4 hours of talk-time and 36 hours of standby on a single charge. The pocket-sized handset weighs just 200g.

These handsets are in stock and available for next day delivery.

GSP-1700-MR Fixed Satellite Phone suitable for boat or car use

GSP-1700-MR Fixed Satellite Phone suitable for boat or car use

If you need a fixed solution the GSP-1700-MR Bundle is brilliant for marine or vehicular use. This kit offers flexibility and additional hands-free usability to those who frequently travel in areas where cellular coverage is unavailable.  A range of cable lengths and antennas are available and we are happy to offer advice on which solutions will suit your requirements. This solution is priced at £1,300 ex VAT.

All GTC post-paid airtime customers are billed on a monthly basis and payment can be taken by Direct Debit or credit card.

If you have questions about any of the Globalstar airtime plans or hardware please contact us.

*Terms and Conditions

Long distance, roaming and overage rates will continue to apply. A minimum contract duration of 12 months applies to lines activated under this promotional offer.  Excludes Access Plan.

Mission Accomplished! Globalstar Announces Successful Fourth Launch of Six Second-Generation Satellites

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24 New Satellites to Restore Industry Leading Mobile Satellite Voice and Data Services

COVINGTON, La., Feb. 6, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Globalstar, Inc. (OTCBB:GSAT) today announced that six new second-generation Globalstar satellites were successfully launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.

The Globalstar satellites lifted off aboard the Soyuz launch vehicle with the Fregat upper stage at 10:04 p.m. local Baikonur time (16:04 p.m. UTC and 11:04 a.m. EST) on Wednesday February 6, 2013.

Launch services provider Arianespace confirmed that the upper stage accurately injected the six second-generation satellites into their targeted low earth orbit of approximately 920 km. Globalstar reports that all six satellites have been successfully acquired following separation from the Dispenser and Fregat Upper Stage. Globalstar has begun initial satellite in-orbit testing and all six spacecraft are operating normally at this time.

“I am pleased to announce the successful final launch of our second-generation constellation,” said Tony Navarra, President of Global Operations for Globalstar, Inc. “In 2006, we set out to be the first mobile satellite services company to successfully deploy a second-generation constellation of LEO satellites. This extraordinary undertaking took years of dedicated effort and a singularly focused mindset to complete the mission.”

Jay Monroe, CEO of Globalstar, Inc., added, “We fully expect Duplex service to be restored to the high level of quality that Globalstar customers historically enjoyed. We thank all of our employees and partners who were able to make this successful launch possible, including launch services provider Arianespace and satellite contractor Thales Alenia Space.”

Globalstar expects to place these final six second-generation satellites into commercial service by this summer, with the first two being raised and placed into service by the end of February. These new satellites are designed to last for 15 years, twice the lifespan of Globalstar’s first-generation satellites.

The Globalstar second-generation satellite constellation is designed to support the Company’s current lineup of voice, duplex and simplex data products and services, including its SPOT-branded consumer products which have initiated over 2,000 rescues worldwide. Globalstar has always been known for its crystal clear, “land-line quality” voice service and for a limited time, is offering service plans for as little as $39.99 per month.

Please visit our website to learn more: http://www.globaltelesat.co.uk/satphone/Globalstar_Satellite_Phone_Airtime.html

Globalstar Confirms February 5th for Deployment of Final Satellites

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Final Launch Will Complete Deployment of World’s First Second-Generation Constellation of LEO Satellites

COVINGTON, La., Jan. 25, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Globalstar, Inc. (OTCBB:GSAT) today announced that its fourth launch of six second generation satellites has been confirmed for February 5, 2013 at the following time:

10:20 p.m. Baikonur time
08:20 p.m. Moscow time
05:20 p.m. Paris time
11:20 a.m. Eastern Standard Time
10:20 a.m. Central Standard Time
08:20 a.m. Pacific Standard Time

This will be the fourth and final launch from the Cosmodrome in Baikonur, Kazakhstan, completing Globalstar’s plan to orbit 24 second-generation satellites. Globalstar has previously launched 18 second-generation satellites in launches that occurred on October 19, 2010, July 13, 2011 and December 28, 2011. Globalstar has placed into commercial service all of the previously launched second-generation satellites.

The February 5th launch is the last launch necessary to fully restore Globalstar’s Duplex service to the high level of quality that Globalstar’s customers have historically enjoyed. Globalstar’s second-generation satellites were designed and manufactured by Thales Alenia Space with a service life of fifteen years, twice that of Globalstar’s first-generation satellites.

Globalstar’s launch services provider, Arianespace, will utilize the highly reliable Soyuz Fregat launch vehicle. Globalstar, in association with Arianespace, has previously completed eleven launches utilizing the Soyuz, which is credited with more than 1795 successful launches to date.

All six second-generation satellites for the fourth launch have been fueled and mated to the Dispenser, and the Upper Composite has been transferred to the assembly facility near the launch pad where it will be mated to the Soyuz.

Members of Globalstar’s executive management team, including Anthony Navarra, President of the Space Program, and L. Barbee Ponder, General Counsel and Vice President Regulatory Affairs, will attend the launch.

Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd Signs Distributor Agreement with Global Telesat Communications Ltd (GTCL)

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gtcltd-globalstar-hplogoGTCL will offer Globalstar products and services to it’s diverse customer base, including defense, government, maritime and recreational sectors.

Poole, UK , January 24 2013 – Globalstar Inc. (OTC:GSAT) announced today that Global Telesat Communications Ltd. (GTCL), one of the UK’s leading suppliers of satellite mobile voice, data and tracking services, has signed an updated Distributor Agreement with Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Globalstar Inc.

Under the terms of the Agreement, GTCL will expand its product range to include Globalstar’s unique line-up of high quality satellite voice and duplex data solutions, including satellite phones, airtime plans and accessories.  GTCL will offer these products to its diverse customer base, including defense, government, maritime and recreational sectors.

“We are very pleased to expand our association with Globalstar at this exciting stage in the development of their second-generation satellite constellation.  With inclusive plans offering voice and data calls for as little as €0.15 per minute and the lowest handset prices in the market, we look forward to being able to confidently recommend Globalstar to customers demanding the best satellite voice quality and fastest low-band data speeds at an affordable and highly competitive price” said David Phipps, Managing Director of GTCL.

“As we approach the fourth and final launch of our second-generation satellites, we look forward to providing satellite customers around the globe with industy-leading voice quality and the fastest data speeds. We are delighted that GTCL has chosen to recommend Globalstar’s satellite communications solutions and look forward to their assistance as we continue to broaden our customer base,” said Mark O’Connell, Director of European Sales & Business Operations at Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd.

Globalstar is currently planning to launch six satellites in early February 2013.  Once deployed, the six satellites will restore full service to Globalstar’s customers and position the Company as the first mobile satellite service provider to deploy a second-generation constellation of low-earth-orbit (LEO) satellites.  The new satellites are designed to last for 15 years, twice the lifespan of Globalstar’s first-generation satellites.

Combined with the Company’s affordable and award-winning suite of consumer retail SPOT products, Globalstar will be uniquely positioned to offer the world’s most extensive lineup of highly reliable and lowest priced mobile satellite services to the broadest range of customers around the globe.

About Global Telesat Communications Ltd.

Global Telesat Communications Ltd (GTC) is a supplier of mobile voice and data communications services via satellite.  GTC provides equipment and airtime for use on all the major satellite networks including Globalstar, Inmarsat, Iridium and Thuraya allowing users in remote locations to make phone calls, connect to the internet and track assets or personnel anywhere in the world.  GTC also offers a rental service for customers requiring equipment on a short-term basis.   For more information regarding GTC, please visit www.globaltelesat.co.uk

About Globalstar, Inc.

Globalstar is a leading provider of mobile satellite voice and data services. Globalstar offers these services to commercial customers and recreational consumers in more than 120 countries around the world. The Company’s products include mobile and fixed satellite telephones, simplex and duplex satellite data modems, flexible airtime service packages and the SPOT family of mobile satellite consumer products including the SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger™. Many land based and maritime industries benefit from Globalstar with increased productivity from remote areas beyond cellular and landline service. Global customer segments include: oil and gas, government, mining, forestry, commercial fishing, utilities, military, transportation, heavy construction, emergency preparedness, and business continuity as well as individual recreational users. Globalstar data solutions are ideal for various asset and personal tracking, data monitoring and SCADA applications. Note that all SPOT products described in this press release are the products of Spot LLC, which is not affiliated in any manner with Spot Image of Toulouse, France or Spot Image Corporation of Chantilly, Virginia.

For more information regarding Globalstar, please visit www.globalstar.com

Globalstar Takes Delivery of Final Batch of Second-Generation Satellites for February Launch

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Satellites to Fully Restore Industry Leading Commercial Voice and Data Services

Globalstar, Inc. yesterday announced that all six satellites scheduled for launch in early February are now at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. Following the successful completion of their pre-shipment review at Thales’s manufacturing facility in Rome, the final two satellites arrived at the launch complex on December 9th.

Once deployed, the six satellites will restore full service to Globalstar’s customers and position the Company as the first mobile satellite service provider to deploy a second-generation constellation of low-earth-orbit (LEO) satellites. Combined with the Company’s affordable and award-winning suite of consumer retail SPOT products, Globalstar will be uniquely positioned to offer the world’s most extensive lineup of highly reliable and lowest priced mobile satellite services to the broadest range of customers around the globe.

“After more than six years of design and development, we are proud to announce that Globalstar is on the threshold of completing the deployment of our new constellation. This successful delivery signals the achievement of one of the last key milestones for our fourth launch and restoration of Globalstar’s industry leading service quality,” said Jay Monroe, Chairman and CEO for Globalstar, Inc.

Two of the six satellites previously delivered to the launch site have already been fueled and mated to the upper stack of the dispenser of the Soyuz launch vehicle. With the delivery of the final two satellites, the Company remains on schedule for a launch in early February.

Globalstar Successfully Returns Satellite to Commercial Service – All Launched Second-Generation Satellites Now Providing Commercial Service

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Globalstar, Inc., today announced that it has returned to commercial service the satellite affected by the momentum wheel issue. This satellite was originally launched in October 2010 and removed from service in early 2011. As a result, all 18 of Globalstar’s launched second-generation satellites are now providing commercial service.

Jay Monroe, Chairman and CEO of Globalstar, Inc., added, “After more than a year of development, Globalstar and Thales Alenia Space completed the software engineering, uploaded and tested the solution, and then successfully returned the affected satellite to commercial service. The solution not only permitted this satellite to return to service but also provides a fix for similar problems that may happen across our constellation. Once again, I would like to thank all the Globalstar and Thales engineers and their respective teams for this collaborative solution.”

Globalstar is on the threshold of completing the launch and deployment of its new second-generation satellite constellation. Three of four launches consisting of six satellites per launch have been completed with the fourth and final launch of six satellites scheduled for early February of 2013. Once the new constellation is fully deployed, the Company expects to provide the world’s finest mobile satellite voice quality and the fastest mobile satellite handset data services at high reliability standards to commercial and government customers in more than 120 countries.

Globalstar and Arianespace Plan Early February Launch to Complete Deployment of Constellation

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All But One of the Previously-Launched Satellites Are Now Operational

Globalstar, Inc., today announced that the deployment of its second-generation constellation has entered the home stretch with the planning of an early February launch with its launch services provider, Arianespace. A successful fourth launch from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan and subsequent deployment of the satellites will complete the return of the high quality and reliable service that Globalstar users have historically enjoyed.

With three launches already complete, current subscribers and new users are experiencing significantly improved performance and reliability with the industry’s highest voice quality, fastest mobile satellite handset data speeds and the most affordable service. Channel partners are also enjoying greater demand for product as well as increased inquiries regarding Globalstar’s resurgence.

The next few weeks will be extremely busy for Globalstar’s Space Operations Team as the fourth launch campaign begins. Satellite manufacturer Thales Alenia Space has confirmed that the review and shipment of these six spacecraft will be completed by the end of October, allowing pre-launch preparations to begin at the Cosmodrome for an early February launch. A launch during the first week of February allows Globalstar to place two of the new satellites into service almost immediately after launch.

Globalstar also announced that all but one of the previously launched satellites have now been placed into service as of September 29th. The one remaining satellite is already in its operational plane and is awaiting the upload of a software upgrade to remedy the previously reported momentum wheel issue. Globalstar expects to receive the software upgrade from Thales in mid-October, upload it into the satellite and then place it back into operation. This upgrade will be available for Globalstar’s other second generation satellites, if necessary.

“Since Globalstar embarked on a mission to be the first MSS provider to launch a second-generation LEO constellation, nothing about this process has been quick or easy,” said Jay Monroe, Chairman and CEO of Globalstar, Inc. “After 6 long years, we are proud to report that the finish line is within reach. Although the deployment of our new constellation with its improved design and capabilities has had its challenges, we can finally look forward to the long-term reliable service the new constellation will provide to our customers. We thank all of our partners for their tireless effort and our customers and distributors for their patience and support throughout the project.”

Globalstar Europe and Globalstar Avrasya eliminate roaming charges in Europe, Middle East, North Africa, the Mediterranean & the Atlantic Ocean

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Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Globalstar, Inc. and a leading provider of mobile satellite voice and data services to businesses, governments and consumers, today announced that it has eliminated roaming charges between Independent Gateway Operator, Globalstar Avrasya of Turkey and Globalstar Europe.  This announcement makes Globalstar satellite phones and airtime plans even better value for money.

Globalstar Europe Satellite Services gateway in Aussaguel, France and Globalstar Avrasya’s gateway located in Ankara, Turkey are now provisioned to facilitate flat rate telecommunications throughout all of the European sub-continent as well as northern Africa, the Middle East, most of the Mediterranean and the eastern Atlantic Ocean maritime region.

“This unified home zone demonstrates, once again, the commitments of our organizations to facilitate the needs and wants of our value-orientated, business, government and recreational customers”, said Mark O’Connell, Director, European Sales & Business Operations.

“This important step is a milestone towards the unification of Globalstar Gateways and home zones. We will continue to facilitate these important initiatives in order to satisfy our valued customers”, said Hakan Karakaya, Globalstar Avrasya Sales & Marketing Manager.

The new home zone includes the following countries:

Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Arctic Ocean (partial), Aruba, Atlantic Ocean (partial), Austria, Azores, Bahrain, Baltic Sea, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Bermuda, Black Sea (partial), Bosnia and Herzegovina, British Virgin Islands, Bulgaria, Canada, Caribbean Sea (partial), Cayman Island, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Faeroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland (partial), Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guantanamo Bay, Gulf of Alaska, Gulf of Mexico (partial), Haiti, Hungary, Iceland, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Jordan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Martinique, Mediterranean Sea, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Navassa, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, Norway, Norwegian Sea, Pacific Ocean (partial), Persian Gulf (partial), Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Red Sea (partial), Romania, Saint Barthélemy and Saint Martin, Saint Eustatius and Saint Maarten, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saudi Arabia, Sea of Azov (partial), Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, Turks and Caicos Islands, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, United States Virgin Islands, and Western Sahara.

Globalstar Signs Definitive Agreement With Thales Alenia Space for Delivery of Six Additional Satellites

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Globalstar, Inc and satellite manufacturer Thales Alenia Space (TAS) today announced the signing of a contract for the manufacture and delivery of six additional satellites for the Globalstar second-generation constellation. The joint announcement was made during the Euroconsult World Satellite Business Week in Paris. The satellites, which are expected to be delivered and launched in 2015 will ensure long-term industry-leading mobile satellite voice and data services to Globalstar customers around the world through 2030.

Earlier this year, Globalstar and TAS signed a commercial proposal containing the basic terms for the purchase for these additional Spacecraft. The satellites have a design life of 15 years and will be technically identical to the twenty-four second generation spacecraft Globalstar ordered from TAS under their 2009 contract. The six new satellites will utilize approximately €12 million in Long Lead Items purchased by Globalstar under the previous agreement.

The new contract also provides Globalstar an option to order as many as twenty-four more satellites in the future should consumer demand require additional capacity be added to the Globalstar System.

“This agreement not only secures our current space segment requirements, but it also ensures that Globalstar is uniquely positioned to provide our customers with high quality MSS voice and data services over the long-term,” said Jay Monroe, Chairman and CEO of Globalstar. “Once again we would like to thank TAS and the French bank group for their hard work and look forward to continuing our work with them as we move forward with the manufacture and delivery of the additional satellites.”

“We are very satisfied to have finalized this negotiation in order to provide this batch of six additional Globalstar satellites to join the constellation”, said Emmanuel Grave Executive Vice President Telecommunications for Thales Alenia Space.

 The aggregate purchase price of these six spacecraft is €149.9 million, and TAS has committed to begin deliveries 29 months after the close of the financing. Globalstar expects to close the financing for this purchase by year end.

 Globalstar is currently completing the launch and deployment of its second-generation satellite constellation. Once the 24 satellites ordered under the 2009 contract with TAS are deployed, Globalstar is expected to once again provide industry-leading voice quality and highly reliable mobile satellite voice and data services to customers around the world. With three launches completed and 18 satellites already in orbit, the Company is making preparations for the fourth launch of six satellites while already experiencing significantly improved levels of services.

Globalstar Announces Results for Second Quarter 2012 – Company Reports Continued Improvement in Adjusted EBITDA

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Key Highlights:

  • Globalstar Inc. reports positive Adjusted EBITDA for the third consecutive quarter and a substantial increase over the second quarter of 2011
  • Continued deployment of its second-generation constellation and expects network performance to continue to rise significantly as additional new satellites become operational
  • Settled prior disputes with Thales Alenia Space and agreed to the principal terms for the purchase of six additional satellites
  • Gained 42,000 activations during the second quarter 2012 – the most gross subscriber additions during a quarter in the Company’s history

Revenue

Globalstar reported revenue of $20.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2012 compared to $19.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2011. The primary driver of the revenue increase was SPOT service revenue, which grew by $1.6 million, or 33%, for the three months ended June 30, 2012 compared to the three months ended June 30, 2011. As expected, Duplex service revenue was lower in the second quarter of 2012 compared to the same period in 2011, but increased by approximately 7% from the first quarter of 2012. The Company anticipates further Duplex revenue growth later this year as additional second-generation satellites are placed into service.

Call connection rates in key markets continue to increase as new second-generation satellites were placed into service during the quarter. The Company anticipates placing additional second-generation satellites into service during the third quarter of 2012. These additional satellites should increase call connection rates to approximately 95% in some key markets by the end of September. The Company expects increasing service levels to drive both usage and new subscriber additions for its Duplex business.

Revenue from subscriber equipment sales for the three months ended June 30, 2012 was $5.8 million compared to $5.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2011. The Company experienced large sales volumes in the second quarter of 2011 due to the release of new SPOT products in early 2011. Simplex equipment sales increased 21% due to continued success of the Company’s commercial applications for M2M asset monitoring and tracking.

Net Loss

The Company reported a net loss of $27.5 million for the current quarter, compared to a net loss of $14.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2011, an increase of $13.4 million. This increase was due primarily to the $22.0 million termination charge recorded related to the arbitration with Thales, reduction in the value of long-lived assets of $7.1 million related to an adjustment made by the Company to the carrying value of the constellation, and an increase of $3.1 million in depreciation expense, offset by an increase in a noncash derivative gain of $16.6 million.

Adjusted EBITDA

Globalstar reported positive Adjusted EBITDA of $2.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2012compared to negative Adjusted EBITDA of $2.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2011. This represented an increase of $4.9 millionover the second quarter of 2011. The improvement in Adjusted EBITDA resulted from an increase in revenue of $1.0 million and a decrease in operating expenses of $3.9 million(excluding EBITDA adjustments1). The decrease of approximately 23% in operating expenses was due largely to the implementation of a more focused business strategy, as well as the continuation of operational improvements and streamlining initiatives introduced in late 2011. The Company reported expense reductions in the quarter throughout all of its major operating areas.

The Company continues to see consecutive quarter over quarter growth in Adjusted EBITDA. This increase from the first quarter of 2012 to the second quarter of 2012 exemplifies the Company’s sustainable cost discipline, while leveraging improved coverage rates as the constellation continues to be deployed.

“Overall we are pleased with the results for the quarter. Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter continues to be in line with our expectations,” saidJay Monroe, Chairman and CEO ofGlobalstar, Inc.”We are also pleased to have settled our arbitration with Thales and look forward to a strong partnership with them moving forward. As we place new second-generation satellites into service, our customers will experience significantly improved service quality and we expect to experience positive Duplex revenue growth later this year.”