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Business Wire
5 days ago
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Globalstar Expands Ground Station in Singapore
COVINGTON, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Globalstar, Inc. (NASDAQ: GSAT), a next-generation telecommunications infrastructure and technology provider, today announces that construction has commenced to expand the size of the ground station in Singapore to support its third-generation C-3 mobile satellite system (MSS). Singtel has hosted Globalstar's ground station facilities in Singapore since 2008. The announced construction will add two additional 6-meter tracking antennas that will support Globalstar's C-3 mobile satellite system and expanded service offerings across Southeast Asia. 'Singapore joins a growing list of countries including Spain, Japan, Canada and the United States where we are deploying additional Globalstar antennas,' said L. Barbee Ponder, General Counsel & Vice President of Regulatory Affairs for Globalstar. 'With today's announcement regarding Singapore, we continue our longstanding relationship with Singtel to support next-generation satellite solutions to hundreds of millions of people throughout the Southeast Asia region.' The additions in Singapore are the next iteration in a sweeping global expansion of approximately 90 new tracking antennas, with current in-motion deployments at Globalstar's flagship station in Texas, and international upgrades in Spain and Japan. Globalstar's C-3 expansion represents a significant investment in the functionality, capacity, and future-proofing of the network that will support next-generation mobile satellite solutions to hundreds of millions of people around the world. About Globalstar, Inc. Globalstar empowers its customers to connect, transmit, and communicate smarter – easily, quickly, securely, and affordably – offering reliable satellite and terrestrial footprint connectivity services as an international telecom infrastructure provider. The Company's low Earth orbit ("LEO") satellite constellation ensures secure data transmission for connecting and protecting assets, transmitting critical operational data, and saving lives for consumers, businesses, and government agencies across the globe. Globalstar's terrestrial spectrum, Band 53, and its 5G variant, n53, offer carriers, cable companies, and system integrators a versatile, fully licensed channel for private networks with a growing ecosystem to improve customer wireless connectivity, while Globalstar's XCOM RAN product offers significant capacity gains in dense wireless deployments. In addition to SPOT GPS messengers, Globalstar offers next-generation Internet of Things ("IoT") hardware and software products for efficiently tracking and monitoring assets, processing smart data at the edge, and managing analytics with cloud-based telematics solutions to drive safety, productivity, and profitability. For more information, visit
Business Wire
10-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Globalstar and Telecom CLM Sign Agreement to Expand Alcazar Teleport in Continuation of Third-Generation C-3 Constellation Providing Mobile Satellite Coverage Throughout the European Region
MADRID--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Globalstar, Inc. (NASDAQ: GSAT), a next-generation telecommunications infrastructure and technology provider, today announces the execution of definitive agreements with Telecom Castilla-La Mancha, S.A. ('Telecom CLM') to expand the Alcazar Teleport in Castilla La Mancha, Spain, with additional ground station antennas and associated infrastructure. These further investments will support Globalstar's launch and operation of its previously announced third-generation mobile satellite services network, the C-3 System. With today's announced expansion, Globalstar will effectively double the size of its existing footprint at the Alcazar Teleport by adding three new tracking antennas and supporting infrastructure. This upgrade strengthens the foundation of Globalstar's Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation and will support a wide range of next-generation mobile satellite services for hundreds of millions of people across Europe, meeting growing demand for resilient, uninterrupted connectivity. 'The global expansion of our ground infrastructure to support our next-generation C-3 System now stretches to Europe to include the Alcazar Teleport, an essential facility to Globalstar's provision of service throughout the region,' said L. Barbee Ponder, General Counsel & Vice President of Regulatory Affairs. 'We are pleased to grow our important partnership with Telecom CLM. Globalstar maintained service continuity during the recent power outages that affected both Spain and Portugal, supporting critical communications capabilities even when mobile terrestrial networks were offline.' Recent widespread power outages affecting parts of Spain and Portugal highlighted the need for dependable communications alternatives. While terrestrial mobile networks were offline, Globalstar's satellite network remained fully operational, providing uninterrupted service to its users. 'Telecom CLM is proud to support this significant enhancement effort,' said Wenceslao Sánchez de la Peña, Director of Telecom CLM. 'As more sectors rely on satellite for safety, tracking, and data continuity, it's vital to work with a partner like Globalstar that consistently delivers reliable and resilient infrastructure.' Alcazar represents a further step in a significant expansion of Globalstar's ground infrastructure. Reinforcing ground station capabilities in Spain underpins Globalstar's strategic initiative to bring next-generation mobile satellite connectivity to the world. About Globalstar, Inc. Globalstar empowers its customers to connect, transmit, and communicate smarter – easily, quickly, securely, and affordably – offering reliable satellite and terrestrial connectivity services as an international telecom infrastructure provider. The Company's low Earth orbit ("LEO") satellite constellation ensures secure data transmission for connecting and protecting assets, transmitting critical operational data, and saving lives for consumers, businesses, and government agencies across the globe. Globalstar's Band 53, and its 5G variant, n53, terrestrial spectrum offer carriers, cable companies, and system integrators a versatile, fully licensed channel for private networks with a growing ecosystem to improve customer wireless connectivity, while Globalstar's XCOM RAN product offers significant capacity gains in dense wireless deployments. In addition to SPOT GPS messengers, Globalstar offers next-generation Internet of Things ("IoT") hardware and software products for efficiently tracking and monitoring assets, processing smart data at the edge, and managing analytics with cloud-based telematics solutions to drive safety, productivity, and profitability. For more information, visit About Telecom CLM Telecom CLM is the regional telecommunications operator for Castilla-La Mancha, dedicated to expanding access to cutting-edge technology for citizens and businesses alike. The company offers a broad portfolio of services, including neutral operator; television and broadcasting; rural broadband; emergency and critical networks; telecommunications engineering and consulting; IoT solutions; and customized services. Telecom CLM is committed to infrastructure sharing to reduce environmental impact and lower deployment costs for new and existing operators. In close collaboration with regional administrations, the company supports the strategic and sustainable development of communications networks across the region.
Business Wire
30-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Globalstar Kicks Off Global Expansion with the First C-3 Tracking Antenna Supporting its New Constellation and Installed at Clifton, Texas Ground Station
COVINGTON, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Globalstar, Inc. (NASDAQ: GSAT), a next-generation telecommunications infrastructure and technology provider, today announces the successful installation of Clifton-8, the first 6-meter tracking antenna dedicated to its upcoming C-3 mobile satellite system, officially kicking off a sweeping global expansion of Globalstar's ground infrastructure related to the new Extended MSS Network. The inaugural installation at the Company's largest and longest-operating ground station in Clifton, Texas, marks the beginning of a months-long process to install more than 90 new antennas across approximately 35 ground stations in 25 countries and territories. This initiative includes not only major upgrades to existing sites but also the construction of entirely new ground stations, further strengthening the Company's ability to deliver resilient, high-performance satellite connectivity. With more than two decades of continuous service, the Clifton station plays a critical role in supporting coverage across the continental U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Clifton-8 is the eighth tracking antenna installed at this site and the first of five new antennas planned to support the C-3 system, representing a significant investment in the functionality, capacity, and future-proofing of Globalstar's satellite network. 'As Globalstar drives forward with its plans to launch its technologically advanced Extended MSS Network, it is essential that the ground infrastructure to support that system be installed and licensed to operate,' said L. Barbee Ponder, General Counsel & Vice President of Regulatory Affairs. 'The installation and operation of Clifton-8 is the first step in a global expansion of our ground infrastructure designed to support our next generation of mobile satellite services to hundreds of millions of people around the world.' About Globalstar, Inc. Globalstar empowers its customers to connect, transmit, and communicate smarter – easily, quickly, securely, and affordably – offering reliable satellite and terrestrial connectivity services as an international telecom infrastructure provider. The Company's low Earth orbit ("LEO") satellite constellation ensures secure data transmission for connecting and protecting assets, transmitting critical operational data, and saving lives for consumers, businesses, and government agencies across the globe. Globalstar's terrestrial spectrum, Band 53, and its 5G variant, n53, offer carriers, cable companies, and system integrators a versatile, fully licensed channel for private networks with a growing ecosystem to improve customer wireless connectivity, while Globalstar's XCOM RAN product offers significant capacity gains in dense wireless deployments. In addition to SPOT GPS messengers, Globalstar offers next-generation Internet of Things ("IoT") hardware and software products for efficiently tracking and monitoring assets, processing smart data at the edge, and managing analytics with cloud-based telematics solutions to drive safety, productivity, and profitability. For more information, visit
