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SPOT Expands Product Line With the New SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger - 30% Smaller and Lighter Offering Advanced Capabilities and Feature-Rich Enhancements

SPOT LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Globalstar, Inc. (Nasdaq:GSAT) and a leader in personal satellite messaging and emergency communications, today introduced its new SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger(tm). The new SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger(tm) is 30% smaller and lighter than the original SPOT Satellite personal tracker, offers additional custom messaging modes, and uses a state-of-the-art GPS chipset and satellite communications to provide enhanced reliability and performance. SPOT LLC is showcasing its line of products and services this week at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Conference in booth number 36191 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

A photo accompanying this release is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=6423

"Since market introduction, the award-winning original SPOT has initiated more than 250 rescues and sent millions of peace-of-mind and track-me messages around the world. We have listened to our customers' suggestions and are proud to introduce today the second-generation SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger with its increased features and utility," said Darren Bassel, director of global marketing, SPOT LLC. "Today's announcement further demonstrates our continued commitment to expand our product line and develop integrated services like SPOT Assist roadside assistance providing advanced personal satellite communications to increase safety for our customers on a daily basis."

The new SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger(tm) will include the following new features designed to enhance customer usability:

* 30% smaller and lighter than the original model at 5.2 ounces

* New enhanced satellite antenna for improved performance in foliage

or canopied environments

* Advanced GPS performance chipset

* GPS Acquisition light

* "Message Sending" indicator light

* Dedicated GPS Tracking button

* New, dedicated pre-programmable Custom Message button

* Protective covers over S.O.S and Help button to prevent inadvertent

message transmissions

* Illuminated buttons

* Choice of orange or silver

* Included case and neoprene fastening band

The new model includes globally recognized symbols for its message buttons to accommodate use in international markets and stimulate distribution to a growing customer base in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia.

"The active outdoor enthusiasts such as hikers, boaters, pilots, riders, remote workers and travelers will continue to enjoy the new SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger(tm) for its ruggedness while its smaller compact size and weight is ideal for portable use," continues Bassel. "The smaller size and ease-of-use will appeal to our broader consumer markets including the family on-the-go or anyone who spends time in the areas with unreliable cellular service."

Equipped with two, notification LED's and six function buttons the new SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger(tm) transmits activated messages based on varying levels of need:

* OK/Check in lets contacts know where you are and that you're okay

* Track Progress sends and saves your location and allows contacts to

track your progress in real-time using Google Maps(tm)

* Help notifies your contacts or SPOT Assist professional services of

your GPS location and need for assistance

* SOS/9-1-1 Alert notifies an emergency rescue coordination center of

your GPS location

* Custom Message button sends a pre-programmed message to your

personal contacts

Since market introduction, the award-winning SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger(tm) has initiated more than 250 rescues and sent over 10 million peace-of-mind and track-me messages around the world. As of March 31, 2009 the Company had received orders to ship more than 120,000 units and it currently has a growing global network of more than 8,000 points of distribution.

Availability:

The new SPOT Satellite GSP Messenger(tm) is scheduled to be available at select retailers later this fall. To find a SPOT retailer in the United States please visit the SPOT dealer locator at http://findmespot.com/en/locateadealer/.

About SPOT LLC

The SPOT Satellite Messenger, the world's first satellite messenger, uses both the GPS satellite network to determine a customer's location and the SPOT network to transmit that information to friends, family or an emergency service center. SPOT LLC, a subsidiary of Globalstar, Inc. (Nasdaq:GSAT), provides lifesaving communications technology that allows users to communicate from remote locations around the globe. Thanks to this affordable, cutting-edge personal safety device, the company offers people peace of mind by allowing customers to notify friends and family of their location and status, and to send for emergency assistance in time of need, completely independent of cellular phone or wireless coverage. For more information on how SPOT LLC. is helping users live to tell about it(SM) - from disaster preparedness to outdoor adventure purposes - visit www.findmespot.com.

Notes to Reporters:

High-resolution photos of SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger are available at http://findmespot.com/en/pressroom/.

The photo is also available at Newscom, www.newscom.com, and via AP PhotoExpress.

CONTACT: SPOT LLC

Media Contact:

Derek Moore

(408) 933-4112

derek.moore@findmespot.com

Skyya Communications

Susan Donahue

(646) 454-9378

Susan.donahue@skyya.com



Winchester Business Systems offers industry solutions and business re-engineering services to Life Sciences companies worldwide

Winchester Business Systems, Inc. today announced it has achieved industry optimized status in IBM's PartnerWorld Industry Networks. Winchester can now take advantage of IBM's sales, marketing and technical expertise to develop and deliver on demand solutions that meet customer requirements in the Life Sciences industry.

Customers are seeking solutions that can help them better integrate processes and applications and allow them to quickly respond to changing market opportunities -- all key elements in transforming to an On Demand business.

Winchester Business Systems offers industry solutions and business re-engineering services to Life Sciences companies worldwide. Winchester's software is enabled on IBM Lotus Domino, which is a part of IBM's Workplace strategy and delivers industry award-winning solutions for Clinical Trial Management, Product Complaint and Adverse Event Management, and Electronic Document Management.

IBM's PartnerWorld Industry Networks allow Winchester to provide a broader range of services, leverage the IBM base of providers, and partner with the IBM team to provide stronger industry specific integration solutions. By leveraging IBM's marketing tools as a part of the PartnerWorld Industry Networks, Winchester has been able to expand its reach with IBM customers as well as introduce Winchester customers to IBM solutions and services.

"Becoming industry optimized was very important to Winchester," says Michael Regentz, Managing Director of Winchester Business Systems, Inc. "It provides us with stronger ties to the IBM Industry groups who deliver products and services to our customers and it demonstrates to our customers a higher level of commitment from Winchester and IBM.

"We are pleased that Winchester Business Systems has joined PartnerWorld Industry Networks and is committed to IBM as a partner of choice," said Buell Duncan, general manager, ISV & Developer Relations, IBM. "IBM recognizes the value Winchester brings to the life sciences industry, and we are dedicated to working together to develop open solutions that best serve our customers."

The IBM PartnerWorld Industry Networks provide ISVs with comprehensive business insight, technical resources, networking opportunities, and marketing and sales support designed to help them reach more customers and close deals faster. Participants in the PartnerWorld Industry Networks can team with IBM to bring on demand solutions to market more easily and to ensure these solutions meet specific industry needs, reflecting how customers buy technology today.

ISVs can sign up for PartnerWorld Industry Networks at www.ibm.com/isv.

About Winchester Business Systems

Winchester Business Systems is a leader in providing software and implementation services to Life Sciences companies worldwide. As a Premier Business Partner and Life Sciences Alliance Partner for IBM, Winchester combines its knowledge of the industry, life sciences practices with the application of IBM's collaborative technology to these areas. Winchester's software includes applications for the Life Sciences, Healthcare, Government, Financial and Manufacturing sectors as well as security and other compliance solutions across all industries.

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