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Orbcomm expands M2M solutions offering

Machine-to-machine (M2M) solutions supplier Orbcomm has completed the acquisition of Comtech Mobile Datacom Corporation’s (Comtech) sensor enabled notification system (SENS) operation, which includes satellite hardware, network technology and web platforms. This acquisition supports Orbcomm’s multi-network operator strategy and strengthens its position as a provider of satellite and cellular communications for the M2M industry. The opportunity also complements Orbcomm’s recently acquired GlobalTrak busi
October 2, 2013 Read time: 2 mins
Machine-to-machine (M2M) solutions supplier 3851 ORBCOMM has completed the acquisition of Comtech Mobile Datacom Corporation’s (Comtech) sensor enabled notification system (SENS) operation, which includes satellite hardware, network technology and web platforms.

This acquisition supports Orbcomm’s multi-network operator strategy and strengthens its position as a provider of satellite and cellular communications for the M2M industry. The opportunity also complements Orbcomm’s recently acquired GlobalTrak business, which uses Comtech’s SENS technology for its military container tracking applications and fuel monitoring program as well as other global deployments.

SENS provides secure tracking and messaging products and services to the government, defense, transportation, logistics, and oil and gas industries. The system, which consists of satellite-based tracking devices, a network hub and an internet-based back-office platform, enables customers to retrieve and view critical data from the field via the Globalstar satellite network.

Says Marc Eisenberg, chief executive officer of Orbcomm: “We see this market segment growing rapidly based on customers that can benefit from the Globalstar network’s reliable, low-power, low-cost, one-way satellite data service for short messaging along with its unique advantages in power management.”

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