Globalsat Group

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Globalsat Group
Company typeConsortium
IndustrySatellite communication
Founded1999
FounderJ. Alberto Palacios
Headquarters2424 N. Federal Highway, Suite 116,
Boca Raton, Florida U.S.
,
USA
Number of locations
9 countries: USA (including Puerto Rico), Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru
Area served
Worldwide
Key people
J. Alberto Palacios (Executive Chairman)
Ismael Mendoza (CTO)
Jack Yañez (COO)
Bruna Sanches (CFO)
ProductsSatellite phones
BGAN
FleetBroadband
VSAT
M2M-IoT solutions[buzzword]
BrandsGlobalsat Group, Globalsat, ST2
ServicesMobile satellite service
Fixed satellite service, M2M / IoT integration.
Number of employees
Over 200
Websiteglobalsat.com

Globalsat Group is a consortium of companies providing satellite communication services worldwide with headquarters located in the United States.[1]

Origins[edit]

Globalsat Group was founded by J. Alberto Palacios in 1999. Palacios is also the active Executive Chairman of this multi-company entity.

Satellite services[edit]

Most products and services provided by the consortium are in the field of mission-critical satellite-based communications including voice, Internet, and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) with emphasis on L band mobile satellite service (MSS) through the Iridium, Inmarsat, Globalstar and other satellite constellations.[2] Fixed-satellite service (FSS) / VSAT and system integration are also provided in some markets, as well as Inmarsat's Ka band mobile service known as Global Express (GX).[3] One of the group's largest projects as of 2022 involves a utility company in Brazil which uses mixed L-band and terrestrial cellular for redundant high availability mobile push-to-talk communications and telemetry.

Recent activities[edit]

In November 2016 LeoSat and Globalsat Group sign a strategic worldwide agreement. Leo Sat Enterprises is planning to launch a constellation of as many as 108 LEO communications satellites. Under the agreement, Global sat Group will provide market access and Leo Sat will provide infrastructure for service. J. Alberto Palacios, CEO of Global sat, will hold a seat in the representation of the group on the Leo Sat Customer Technical Advisory Committee (CT AC). The committee will advise on system configuration, product design and launch of Leo Sat's upcoming satellite constellation.[4]

In December 2016 Globalsat Group obtained a license for all Inmarsat services through its Mexican affiliate Multi SAT. This includes official authorization and landing rights for foreign satellite signals in the Ka and L bands.[5]

In March 2017 Globalsat Group has been appointed as a Tier 1 Enterprise Distribution Partner for Inmarsat Global, the mobile satellite operator. This improved status enables Globalsat Group access to upcoming Inmarsat upcoming products, direct hotlines to operations personnel for faster customer support and a higher degree of solution customization.[6]

Also in March 2017 Globalsat Group and Sky and Space Global signed an MoU towards testing and offering satellite service in Latin America. Under the agreement, the group will take part in early trials of the Sky and Space Global satellite system. The non-binding deal also involves working towards establishing a commercial agreement for providing services to end-users across Global sat Groups' multi-country footprint.[7]

In January 2018, Globalsat Group bought major shares in Peruvian connectivity provider ST 2.[8] Sky and Space Global has joined hands with Globalsat Group for the launch of nano-satellites to revolutionize the telecommunication.[9]

In January 2020 Globalsat Group, Inmarsat, and Cobham signed a multi-year contract to provide satellite communications across the Brazilian railway network operated by Rumo. This partnership is set to enhance communication efficiency and safety on Brazil's extensive rail system. For a detailed overview of this significant development in satellite telecommunications and its impact on Brazil's transportation infrastructure.

In March 2023, Globalsat Group was awarded the MSUA Satellite Mobility Innovation Award in the Environment, Social, Governance, and Impact category. This recognition was for their project that extended across diverse ecological regions, providing connectivity to remote villages and aiding in accessing vital economic opportunities

As of November 2023, Globalsat Group partnered with Rivada to introduce Rivada's OuterNET™ in Latin America, leveraging a 600-satellite LEO constellation for an ultra-secure, low-latency network. This partnership aims to enhance connectivity in remote areas, with satellite-to-satellite laser links for resilient communication. Launches begin in 2025, with global service starting in 2026.

Subsidiaries[edit]

The companies that are part of the consortium as of July 2023 include:

  • Globalsat Group LLC[10]
  • Globalsat Bolivia[11]
  • Globalsat Argentina
  • Globalsat do Brasil [12][13]
  • Globalsat Ecuador
  • Globalsat Chile [14]
  • Globalsat Colombia [15]
  • Globalsat Peru [16]
  • Multisat Mexico [17][18]
  • ST2 Peru [19]
  • N-SAT Puerto Rico

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Yahoo Finance, "Company Profile for Globalsat Group LLC", 'Yahoo Finance, October 28, 2016. Retrieved 2016-10-28.
  2. ^ "Sky & Space commences South American miniature satellite test". Business News. 2018-02-06. Retrieved 2018-02-20.
  3. ^ "Inmarsat's First Demos In LATAM For Fleet Xpress Also Involve Globalsat Group + Cobham SATCOM". 2016-06-24. Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  4. ^ Via Satellite, "LeoSat and Globalsat Group Sign Strategic Worldwide Agreement", 'Via Satellite, December, 2016. Retrieved 2016-12-15.
  5. ^ Via Satellite, "GlobalSat Licenses Inmarsat Ka, L-band Services Throughout Mexico", 'Via Satellite, December 5, 2016. Retrieved 2016-12-07.
  6. ^ Satnews, "Globalsat's Relationship Just Got Better with Inmarsat ... Appointed Enterprise Distribution Partner In Americas", 'Satnews, March 13, 2017. Retrieved 2017-03-14.
  7. ^ Telecom Times, "Sky and Space Global inks key MoU with Pan-American mobile satellite specialist", 'Telecom Times, March 12, 2017. Retrieved 2017-03-14.
  8. ^ "Globalsat Group acquires stake in Peruvian telecommunications provider ST2". Space Daily. Retrieved 2018-02-20.
  9. ^ "Sky & Space Global signs MOU with South American telco". The West Australian. 2017-03-13. Retrieved 2018-02-20.
  10. ^ "Globalsat Group". YP.com. Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  11. ^ "Globalsat Group Bolivia". Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  12. ^ "Globalsat do Brasil". Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  13. ^ "Inmarsat and Globalsat Group Expand Regional Footprint". WN.com. 2014-10-23. Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  14. ^ "Globalsat Chile". Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  15. ^ Mediatelecom, "Inmarsat venderá telefonos satelitales en Colombia" Archived 2016-11-12 at the Wayback Machine, 'Mediatelecom, August 14, 2014. Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  16. ^ "Globalsat Perú Telecomunicaciones S.A.C." Compuempresa.com. Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  17. ^ Satnews, "Globalsat Group + MultiSAT Mexico ..Agreement Integrates First Pan-American Mobile Satellite Service ", 'Satnews, June 4, 2014. Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  18. ^ Inmarsat News, "Inmarsat and Globalsat Group Expand Regional Footprint, IsatPhone approved for operation in Brazil", 'Inmarsat News, October 23, 2014. Retrieved 2016-11-11.
  19. ^ "Globalsat Group acquires stake in Peruvian telecommunications provider ST2". Space Daily. Retrieved 2018-03-15.
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