Globe Wireless is currently in final testing with Iridium on the Iridium OpenPort platform. This includes all aspects of the service and associated hardware and software. Frank J. Coles, President and CEO of Globe Wireless said, "We are prepared for a large release of the OpenPort, but before we do so we want to make sure the product meets our satisfaction so our customers are not disappointed. With a large expectation it is important that the service is tested to the fullest."

The hardware is undergoing extensive field testing. The service and the various service speeds are being rated under load, using the Globe range of email services and applications. This includes the mail services of the Globe i4, GCC, and Rydex. The Globe ShipShape applications are also being fully tested including the award winning SSAS product.

Extensive preparations are underway to ensure that the Iridium billing system is set up for the new pricing plans and the systems can bill the new service. Globe Wireless is well advanced in the completion of the ordering of the new service and preparations of a secure pipe for those customers who want to be able to control the amount of traffic and browsing that is passed on the pipe.

Dino Martins, Vice President Operations said, "We are prepared for an extensive roll out of this new service. With over 300 ship visits a month with our own employees, we will want to ensure we can deliver a rapid, high quality install of the new hardware." Globe has a large back log of orders, and we will be ensuring the rapid deployment of the service to ensure no customer goes too long without their OpenPort.

Contact your local sales person and get your order in now to ensure you are not waiting beyond a reasonable time when this service goes live.

About Globe Wireless

Globe Wireless is the world's leading provider of total solutions in the field of communications, operational and IT solutions to the maritime industry. Globe Wireless serves over 550 ship operators with over 9,000 ships using its products and services. Globe Wireless designs, builds, sells, installs, supports, and services all of the products and services that are offered to customers. Globe has a direct relationship with the customer and is able to "touch the ship" anywhere in the world at anytime.

Globe's products and services are built for mariners by mariners and are designed exclusively for the maritime industry. Customers have access to a range of messaging platforms, operational and IT oriented applications, satellite services and equipment, and IT support. Globe Wireless is independent and not controlled by any communications provider, and is therefore able to provide objective advice on the best solution for the customer's needs.

More information can be found at www.globewireless.com

About Iridium:

Iridium Satellite LLC www.iridium.com is the only mobile satellite service (MSS) company offering pole-to-pole coverage over the entire globe. The Iridium constellation of low-earth orbiting (LEO), cross-linked satellites, provides critical voice and data services for areas not served by other communication networks. Iridium's subscriber growth has been driven by increasing demand for reliable, secure, global communications. Iridium serves commercial markets through a worldwide network of hundreds of distributors, and provides services to the U.S. Department of Defense, and other U.S. and international government agencies. The company's customers represent a broad spectrum of industry, including maritime, aeronautical, government/defense, public safety, utilities, oil/gas, mining, forestry, heavy equipment and transportation. Iridium has launched a major development program for its next generation satellite constellation, Iridium NEXT, which will result in continued and new Iridium MSS offerings. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Md. and is privately held.

For additional information:

Shane Rossbacher
Vice President Product Management, Globe Wireless
Telephone: +1-321-309-1339
Email: shane.rossbacher@globewireless.com