Globalstar (Not specified)
Funding Details
Awarder
RSS - spacenews.com
Date Award
January 1, 2022
Vertical
Satellite Communications
Funding Amount
$327,000,000
Company Info
Founding Year
2000
Traction
Globalstar currently operates 31 satellites and has a partnership with Apple for emergency messaging services on the latest iPhones.
Organizations Involved
Apple, SpaceX, NASA
Market
Telecommunications
Location
Covington, LA, US
Coinvestors
Apple
Company Description

Globalstar operates a satellite network that provides L-band connectivity for specialized handsets and remote devices, and supports SOS and messaging services for smartphones, particularly through a partnership with Apple. The company is in the process of replenishing its satellite constellation to enhance its direct-to-smartphone connectivity services.

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