Marking Its 3,000th Rescue, SPOT Satellite Devices Have Proven to be Essential Life-Saving Technology for Outdoor Enthusiasts and Adventurers – Dirt Biker Rescued From Colorado Wilderness After Off-Road Accident
SPOT LLC, a wholly
owned subsidiary of Globalstar, Inc., (NYSE MKT:GSAT) and the leader in
satellite messaging and emergency notification technologies, announced
today that its SPOT products have been used to initiate 3,000 rescues
around the world since the technology’s launch in 2007. With over
200,000 SPOT units in service, we are now averaging a rescue a day.
SPOT delivers affordable and reliable satellite-based connectivity and
real-time GPS tracking, completely independent of cellular coverage.
"Lifesaving rescues around the globe are now a daily occurrence for our
SPOT products. SPOT is an absolute must for the outdoor recreation
market and aviation, as well as an essential government and enterprise
solution," said Jay Monroe, CEO and Chairman of Globalstar. "With 3,000
confirmed rescues, saving lives continuously drives us to innovate,
creating affordable satellite communications solutions that reach a
market well beyond traditional mobile satellite users, including
millions of people globally. We would like to thank GEOS and the search
and rescue teams across the world that put it on the line every day."
SPOT products offer users peace of mind by allowing them to track their
assets, utilize location-based messaging and emergency notification
technology and to make calls beyond the boundaries of cellular. SPOT
products work around the world, including virtually all of the
continental United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe and Australia,
portions of South America, Northern Africa, North-Eastern Asia and
thousands of miles offshore of these areas. Over the past seven years,
boaters, hunters, recreational pilots, hikers, off-road travelers and
outdoor enthusiasts have come to depend on the lifesaving capabilities
of SPOT.
The 3,000th rescue recently occurred in the Hayman Fire area of Central
Colorado. Two avid dirt bikers were outside of cell range when an
accident occurred. One of the riders, Kevin, activated the SOS button
on his SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger(TM). The GEOS International
Emergency Response Coordination Center was alerted and coordinated the
rescue with local law enforcement. "SPOT worked really well. Without
it, getting out would have been more difficult and time consuming and
who knows what could have happened in that time. There were a lot of
different variables involved," said Kevin.
SPOT continues to innovate with products and services that deliver
peace of mind, reliable connectivity and accurate GPS tracking
solutions that are relevant to millions of users around the world, such
as:
— SPOT Gen3(TM), rugged and affordable device providing off-the-grid
messaging, emergency alerts, extended battery life, and extreme GPS
tracking at 2 1/2 minute intervals.
— SPOT Global Phone, most affordable satellite phone available in retail
($499), allowing users to make calls virtually ANYWHERE beyond the
boundaries of cellular.
— SPOT Trace(TM), GPS tracking device using 100% satellite technology to
track anything, anytime, anywhere. Never lose sight of your car, boat,
motorcycle, ATV or other valuable gear – perfect for anyone who has
something worth protecting.
— The SPOT App, convenient web-based interface allowing users to easily
view their SPOT messages, show their track points and monitor their
assets via smartphone or tablet.
The ability to send SOS notifications to GEOS and emergency dispatch
services are included in the SPOT Basic Service plan. Additionally,
SPOT offers the GEOS Member Rescue Benefit, for as low as $1.99 a month
on an annual basis, which covers additional expenses associated with
search and rescue efforts. The IERCC is staffed 24/7 with dedicated and
highly trained operatives who have access to emergency responders
worldwide, to ensure timely and efficient response to each emergency
situation.
For more information on SPOT including a list of retailers, visit
FindMeSPOT.com.
About SPOT LLC
SPOT LLC, a subsidiary of Globalstar, Inc., provides affordable
satellite communication and tracking devices for recreational use. SPOT
Global Phone uses the Globalstar network to transmit two-way voice and
data communications. SPOT messaging devices use both the GPS satellite
network and the Globalstar network to transmit text messages and GPS
coordinates. Since 2007, SPOT has provided peace of mind by allowing
customers to remain in contact completely independent of cellular
coverage, having initiated over 3,000 rescues worldwide. For more
information, visit FindMeSPOT.com.
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. SPOT Connect is a trademark of Spot LLC. All other trademarks
are the property of their respective owners