Inmarsat Global Xpress® Partner To Provide Value

Inmarsat Global Xpress® Partner To Provide
Value-Add Integration for Land Terminals
Paradigm Communications to provide GX-certified terminal integration
LONDON, UK: 14 November, 2012. Inmarsat (LSE: ISAT), the leading provider of global
mobile satellite communications services, today announced that Paradigm Communications
(‘Paradigm’) will provide Global Xpress® land terminal integration services.
Inmarsat Global Xpress® (GX) will be the world’s first global Ka-band network, providing
broadband speeds of up to 50Mbps to mobile, portable and fixed devices. The first satellite,
covering Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia will launch in Q3 2013, with global service
introduction scheduled during 2014.
Already an experienced integrator of multi-band satcom terminals, Paradigm will develop
value added functionality around GX land terminals for enhancing network services, while
retaining full GX-certification. Paradigm will work closely with Inmarsat’s other GX terminal
partners, VARs and hardware distribution partners to tailor terminals to meet end-user
requirements in varied and often demanding operating conditions.
Leo Mondale, Managing Director, Global Xpress, said: "Paradigm Communications has
demonstrated leadership in the VSAT terminal marketplace. With their experience and
expertise in key market segments, their integration capability will ensure that our customers
rapidly benefit from the introduction of new generation, high data rate services wherever they
are deployed.”
Ulf Sandberg, Managing Director, Paradigm Communications, said: “Paradigm works closely
with customers to understand their specific needs, providing terminal systems that support
their businesses. We are excited to be selected by Inmarsat for this key role and look
forward to delivering many value added GX-certified terminals.”
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About Paradigm Communication Systems Ltd.
Paradigm provides optimal, innovative Communication and control solutions by delivering
functionality, performance, reliability, and service at a competitive price.
Paradigm are based in the UK and are private and independently owned. With Europe’s
largest SATCOM Warehouse and an extensive logistics capability, Paradigm are in a
position to provide services globally. From the provision of satcom equipment to the design
and installation of complete turnkey systems, Paradigm aim to provide innovative solutions.
Paradigm have experience designing and delivering customised satellite terminals and
earth-stations for specific industries. Our close relationships with our end user customers
gives us a valuable insight into their key requirements.
About Inmarsat
Inmarsat plc is the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications
services. Since 1979, Inmarsat has been providing reliable voice and high-speed data
communications to governments, enterprises and other organizations, with a range of
services that can be used on land, at sea or in the air. Inmarsat employs around 1,500 staff
in more than 40 locations around the world, with a presence in the major ports and centres
of commerce on every continent.
For more information, please visit www.inmarsat.com
Media contact for Inmarsat
Chris McLaughlin
VP, External Affairs, Inmarsat.
Tel: +44 (0)77 9627 6033
christopher.mclaughlin@inmarsat.com
Bell Pottinger for Inmarsat
Neville Rawlings
Tel: +44 (0)207 861 2502
nrawlings@bell-pottinger.co.uk
Media contact for Paradigm Communications
Mike Holdsworth
Head Of Marketing
Tel: +44 (0) 1420 88199
mike.holdsworth@paracomm.co.uk