The LT-3100 Satellite Communications System from Lars Thrane A/S is a fixed marine satellite internet and phone solution powered by the globally-reaching Iridium satellite network. It can be implemented in many vessels, from commercial fishing or workboats, to leisure cruisers as well. It is designed to meet all standards and certification requirements needed for worldwide satellite communication equipment. The Thrane LT-3100 is unique in its features Because the LT-3100 system harnesses the power of the world’s only truly global satellite network, Iridium, it voice and data capabilities with 100% global coverage. The system itself is comprised of a control unit with a large 4.3” TFT display, handset, and antenna. The LT-3100 system can be used as the primary satellite communication product on vessels. It addresses basic communication needs in terms of connectivity between the ship and shore. It can also be used for crew calling or as a secondary satellite...
GTC is proud to have reached the milestone of selling over 15,000 Globalstar SPOT satellite trackers. The devices include SPOT Gen3 and SPOT X satellite communicators and SPOT Trace asset trackers. Since initially launching in 2007, pocket-sized, rugged and affordable SPOT devices have been used in over 6,800 rescues worldwide, many of which were life-saving. Market for SPOT Trackers Our customer base for SPOT spans both consumer and organisational users. In fact, we support security firms, utilities, maritime operations specialists, sports event organisers, government agencies, professional remote workers, as well as adventurers and other travellers. We have been awarded contracts by government and commercial organisations for SPOT devices. Contracts include the deployment of more than 850 Gen3 trackers by the UK Forestry Commission since early 2016. Our organisational customers, using the Gen3 tracker, improve the safety of staff working in remote areas where alternative communications are unreliable or unavailable. NATO...
The safety and well-being of Northumbrian Water Group’s (NWG) employees is a top priority for them and so they have chosen to deploy 300 SPOT Gen3 satellite trackers to track and protect their lone and remote workers. The 300 devices will enhance the safety of over 1500 employees who work in remote areas with little or no mobile phone coverage. Northumbrian Water Group conducted a lengthy and rigorous competitive selection process before selecting staff security specialists Lone Worker Solutions to provide a bespoke hybrid satellite and smartphone solution based around the SPOT Gen3 that offers better operational efficiency. Lone Worker Solutions provides a unified platform which monitors both voice calls and SMS from smartphones and alert messages from SPOT Gen3s. Calls and SOS alerts go to Lone Worker Solutions’ operations centre and to NWG’s employee support centre for prompt handling. The ability to provide accurate information about all devices in...
Here at GTC we have been providing our ever popular range of satellite trackers to customers around the globe for almost eight years now. Realising that our customers often use these products in case of emergency only we have recently branched out into the area of PLBs (Personal Locator Beacons) and EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon). Here we identify the differences of the three products. What is a Satellite Tracker? A Satellite Tracker is a device which obtains GPS co-ordinates and sends them out to pre-determined contacts or mapping portals via satellite. Satellite Trackers are stocked by GTC. They feature SOS emergency buttons which report to GEOS Emergency Response Centre when pressed. Our personal satellite tracker range includes devices from SPOT and DeLorme. Both brands allow you to link your account to social media sites to allow greater exposure to your followers of exactly how your trip is progressing....
We are pleased to confirm that GTC customers Dave McElroy and Chris Elgar have completed their global circumnavigation 'Round The World in 80 Days' (RTW-80) flight from and to Toronto, Canada in their Piper Comanche aircraft. The final leg of the flight will take them back to Perth, Scotland by which time they would have flown 42,000 nautical miles (78,000 km) and achieved their ambitious target - crossing the Atlantic three times, visiting 6 continents and 57 airports - all in 80 days! To assist with RTW-80's flight safety requirements, GTC provided two satellite trackers to enable flight coordinators and followers from all over the world to track the aircraft's movements and live location online at any time. The primary satellite tracker provided by GTC was a DeLorme inReach satellite tracker which was configured to send out GPS coordinates every ten minutes throughout the entire trip with all transmissions and...
Get some inspiration for Christmas gifts this year, with a selection of our 2018 bestsellers. The Global Traveller The Iridium 9575 Extreme is the perfect gift for someone who travels to different places around the world. The Iridium 9575 can be trusted to provide voice, data, SMS and GPS tracking capabilities anywhere in the world, including the poles! Buy now for only £1,135! The Sailing Enthusiast The ACR ResQlink+ PLB is a full-powered, GPS enabled Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) and is the perfect gift for a sailing enthusiast. In fact, this device is ideal for anyone who spends time on a vessel at sea. This PLB provides a welcomed peace of mind for any emergency situation that might arise. Buy now for £220! The Adventurer The SPOT Gen 3 Satellite Tracker is the ideal gift for an adventurer - to keep in touch with friends and family and call for...
Garmin GPS Tracker vs. Garmin Handheld GPS Understanding the Garmin GPS Tracker Anyone from keen hikers, campers, boaters, or dedicated outdoor enthusiasts should consider bringing a Garmin GPS tracker with them, especially when venturing beyond the reach of traditional cellular networks so that their geolocation and coordinates can be logged and their precise location monitored by anyone with a device connected to the internet. Garmin trackers are compact, and robust, and serve to ping their own location to a centralized online dashboard which can be accessed and viewed by people back home, for example, friends, family, or online followers. Some Garmin satellite trackers also offer additional features like two-way communication, SOS alerts, geofencing, and integration with mobile apps. These devices are popular among outdoor enthusiasts, travelers, and individuals who need reliable location information and communication in areas with limited or no cellular coverage. Exploring Garmin Handheld GPS Devices Appealing to...
SPOT has announced the offers for their new service plans, which will start on Friday 25th October 2019 and end on Monday 6th January 2020. As these offers run over the Christmas holidays, this is the perfect time to set up your loved one with a new SPOT tracker or renew your own tracking device! 50% off First Year of Service for SPOT X, Gen3 and Trace SPOT X Tracker This new two-way satellite communicator from SPOT, offers users messaging, tracking and SOS functions with a backlit screen and QWERTY keyboard to improve ease of use when you are off-the-grid. Buy SPOT X Satellite Communicator > This SPOT X offer applies to the SPOT Annual Service Plan only. Use code 'X50FREE' when you activate your device with SPOT. View this offer > SPOT Gen3 Tracker The Gen3 tracker is our bestselling personal satellite device due to the value for money...
The new, lightweight, rugged satellite GPS communicator from Garmin is here: the inReach® Mini 2. The inReach Mini 2, familiar on the outside, comes packed with a host of new and improved features and an updated user interface to keep you on track when you go off-grid. Updated Features Updated user interface Higher-resolution screen Improved battery performance – double that of the original inReach Mini Breadcrumb Trail Navigation & Digital Compass Improved GPS performance Tracback® routing Stay in touch via the globally-reaching Iridium satellite network. With two-way messaging you can update friends and family, enjoy reliable navigation features, and, in a worst-case scenario, use the SOS functionality for emergency assistance. Subscription Plans & Mapping To access the Iridium network and communicate with your inReach Mini device, an active satellite subscription is required. Depending on your usage level, you can opt for plans with different inclusive messages each month. GTC Garmin...
We have just dropped the price Thuraya SG-2520 from £680 to £525 (ex VAT.) Visit our Thuraya SG-2520 page for the latest price drop and more information or call +44-1202 607 486. About the Thuraya SG-2520: The Thuraya SG-2520 satellite phone is the world’s smallest and lightest dual-mode sat phone offering both satellite and GSM coverage. In satellite phone mode the Thuraya SG-2520 allows you to communicate across more than one third of the globe. When outside of the Thuraya coverage area you can also use the satellite phone to access GSM networks using your Thuraya satellite SIM card or using a regular GSM SIM card. Unlike older sat phones, the Thuraya SG-2520 offers a range of features similar to a GSM phone such as a camera, in built web browsing, colour display, GPS waypoint tracking and Bluetooth connectivity. The Thuraya SG-2520 provides an excellent solution for users who want...
InReach Technology Strictly for Business We wanted to explore the key differences between Garmin® satellite communication devices, and those same Garmin® devices offered by EVERYWHERE Communications: identical on the outside with subtleties on the inside that segregate each product range into the mass consumer market and specialist enterprises solely for business use. GPS navigation giants, Garmin®, promote their range of wearable and handheld devices to outdoor adventurers, and sports, leisure and fitness enthusiasts. EVERYWHERE Communications, meanwhile, have tailored a selection of Garmin® inReach devices to make them suitable for government and enterprise teams undertaking missions in remote locations with a suite of Cloud and app-based enhanced mapping and messaging software. EVERYWHERE Communications is geared towards equipping and protecting its business customers moving in and out of cellular coverage with solutions that provide critical communication links that save lives. They offer their clients Garmin® products that are uniquely tweaked for business...
Introduction to the Garmin inReach® Mini 2 and Its purpose The Garmin inReach Mini 2 is a handheld satellite communicator that is designed for outdoor enthusiasts who need to stay connected when they are off the grid. It is a small, lightweight device that can fit in the palm of your hand and is packed with features that allow you to send and receive messages, track your location, and call for help in case of an emergency. The purpose of the Garmin inReach Mini 2 is to provide a reliable means of communication in remote locations where traditional cellular networks may not be available. The device uses the Iridium satellite network to transmit messages and location data, so you can stay connected even when you are far away from civilization. Key Features and Benefits of the Device Some of the key features of the Garmin inReach Mini 2 include: Two-way...
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