Fort Lauderdale, FL: February, 11^th, 2010:  Global Satellite USA, Fort Lauderdale's leading satellite communications provider, has announced that the IsatPhone Pro, Inmarsat's first global handheld satellite phone.

Martin Fierstone, CEO of Global Satellite USA, commented on the forthcoming product launch, said, "This is the biggest story of the year for satellite communications. We are anticipating a high demand for this new robust handset. It will enable those who may not have considered a handheld satellite phone before, to now take this media more seriously".

The IsatPhone Pro will offer satellite telephony, with Bluetooth for handsfree use, voicemail, and text and email messaging. Location data will also be available to the user to look up or send in a text message.

Designed primarily for professional users in the marine, government, media, aid, oil and gas, mining and construction sectors, this is the first handset to be purpose-built for the Inmarsat network.

IsatPhone Pro has been optimized to deliver the best performance over the world's most advanced mobile satellite network. It will be available on a global basis over the three Inmarsat-4 satellites, which have an operational lifetime into the 2020s. 

The phone has the ultimate combination of global coverage, rugged design, clear voice quality,  reliable network connection, long battery life and  easy to use.  To be put on the waiting list for the first batch, please call Global Satellite USA at +1 954 462 1245 or email sales@globalsatellite.us

For more technical information, please contact:
Martin Fierstone

Global Satellite USA

1831 Cordova Road

Fort Lauderdale, FL33316

Tel: 954-854 3389

Email: martin@globalsatellite.us  

 www.globalsatellite.us

For more information on press relations, please contact:

Sharon Phillips

FMI-Marketing

Tel: 954 575 4973 

Email: Sharon@fmi-marketing.com

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About Global Satellite

Global Satellite USA, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, is a global source for all your satellite and navigation needs. With 25 years of experience in marine, land and military electronics for navigation and communication, Global Satellite USA is your one-stop shop for all your worldwide sales, service and rental requirements.

Our team of highly qualified and experienced personnel is at your service whenever you have problems. Should you need assistance from anywhere in the world, our customer service support team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Our Partners include:  Iridium, Inmarsat, Garmin, Nera, Icom, Thrane, Codan, QMAC, and Possio.  We are also Inmarsat and Iridium Service Providers and therefore able to supply you with hardware, accessories and airtime. Our marketing strength enables us to offer highly competitive prices, both for hardware and airtime. Ask us to quote and we will be delighted to demonstrate our excellent rates for equipment, installation or special service requirements you might have.

Through our network of international offices and distributors, our operations also cover Europe, The Middle East and Asia.  Our clients include governments, international organizations and a large number of private customers.