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CORPORATE OVERVIEW
SkyTerra Communications:
- is currently authorized to use approximately 30 MHz of coordinated North American spectrum in a terrestrial wireless network with an integrated satellite overlay to provide ubiquitous and enhanced services
- SkyTerra is working with leading technology vendors to develop this powerful next generation hybrid wireless network that will provide ubiquitous high bandwidth coverage in every market of North America
- This network will utilize a powerful satellite constellation working in unison with SkyTerra's patented ancillary terrestrial component (ATC) technology to deliver seamless wireless services to its end-users over standard wireless devices
- SkyTerra holds the first FCC authorization to enhance its satellite system with an ATC network
- Currently, SkyTerra is North America's premier provider of mobile satellite communications services, offering a wide choice of two-way radio, mobile data, voice and fax services via its two existing satellites
SkyTerra NETWORK
The Skyterra Network infrastructure is made up of the following major components:
Current:
- 2 satellites: The MSAT-1 and MSAT-2
- A 24/7 Network Operations Center (NOC)
- SkyTerra has 99.9% network availability, reflecting its quality systems, proprietary software, and staff
Next Generation Network Plan:
- SkyTerra plans to launch a two-satellite configuration: SkyTerra 1 and SkyTerra 2
- Most powerful commercial satellites ever deployed, enabling multi spot-beam frequency re-use and communication with standard cellular handset when out of terrestrial coverage
SERVICE AND COVERAGE
Coverage Area
SkyTerra provides wireless communications on land, sea, or in the air across North and Central America, northern South America, the Caribbean, Hawaii and coastal waters.
Markets:
- Serves the following markets: Public Safety/Homeland Security, Emergency Response, Law Enforcement, Military, Coast Guard, Trucking, Rail, Oil and Gas, Marine, Natural Resources, Utilities
STRATEGIC PLAN
- Select premier satellite system suppliers to embark on new phase of next generation ubiquity
- Potential partners include: telecom and media players, existing network operators and technology players.
- Exploration of further international expansion
PATENT PORTFOLIO
Skyterra has the most dominant ATC patent portfolio in the world:
- Earliest (1991)
- Extensive (approximately 100 ATC patent applications filed - over 20 approved)
- Broadest (all system components)
- Worldwide
MANAGEMENT TEAM
| Alexander Good | Chairman, CEO and President |
| Scott Macleod | Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer |
| Marc Montagner | Executive Vice President of Strategy, Development and Distribution |
| Gary Epstein | Executive Vice President of Law and Regulation |
| Drew Caplan | Chief Network Officer |
| Peter Karabinis | Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer |
| James A. Wiseman | Vice President and Corporate Controller |
CONTACT INFORMATION
SkyTerra Communications
10802 Parkridge Boulevard
Reston, VA 20191-4334
Tel: (877) 678-2920
Fax: (703) 390-2770
1601 Telesat Court
Ottawa, ON K1B 1B9
Tel: (800) 216-6728
Fax: (613) 742-4120
For further information,
email info@skyterra.com
www.skyterra.com