Globalstar USA and World Communication Center Join Cancer Fight With Satellite Phone Donation for CureTour2000
Cyclists on 4,500-Mile Trip to Maintain Continuous Phone Coverage Through Remote Areas
WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Jun 13, 2000 (BUSINESS WIRE) --
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Globalstar USA, the exclusive provider of Globalstar's satellite-based mobile communications services in the United States, and the World Communication Center, a premier sales and leasing company of global satellite products, today joined in the fight against cancer with a donation of satellite phones for riders in CureTour 2000, benefiting the Lance Armstrong Foundation.
CureTour 2000 is a 4,500-mile, eight-week coast-to-coast cycling project beginning June 12 in Cape Flattery, Washington, and ending August 8 in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The majority of the cross-country tour will be in remote areas without access to either land phones or cellular towers.
"Whether it's phoning for needed supplies, contacting someone in case of emergency or just calling to talk to family or friends, the Globalstar phones will enable these riders to stay connected throughout their tour," said Mike Kerr, vice president and general manager of Globalstar USA. "Globalstar USA and World Communication Center are pleased to help spread the word about the fight against cancer and bringing in much needed money for research and support of patients and their families."
The tri-mode satellite phone, manufactured by Qualcomm for Globalstar, works like a cellular phone (in either analog or digital modes) wherever cellular service is available. In the absence of cellular service, the phone will switch to satellite mode, ensuring continuous coverage. Rugged and durable, the phone weighs approximately 12 ounces.
"A bike ride this long winds through many areas where cellular coverage won't be available," said Brendan Kelly, the 26 year-old founder of CureTour 2000, whose father succumbed to cancer 20 years ago this summer. "The Globalstar phone will be an important part of this journey, because it will allow our staff to manage the ride better and our riders to stay in touch with their family and friends."
About Globalstar USA
Globalstar USA, a Vodafone AirTouch Plc. subsidiary, has exclusive rights to sell Globalstar satellite service in the United States and is responsible for building the satellite gateways and interconnecting with the phone network, development and management of billing and customer care systems, sales, product distribution and marketing. Globalstar USA's business strategy focuses on superior service delivery and is based on a customer-focused model of quality, simplicity and value. For more information about Globalstar USA, please go to globalstarusa.com.
About CureTour 2000
CureTour 2000, Benefiting the Lance Armstrong Foundation is a 4,500-mile, eight-week coast-to-coast cycling project beginning in Cape Flattery, Washington, and ending in Virginia Beach, Virginia. As riders cross Washington, Idaho, Montana, a portion of Canada, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia, they will pass out information about LAF and other various cancer-related material. The CureTour2000 riders are accepting additional donations along the way to
supplement their pre-ride sponsorship drive. For more information about CureTour 2000, please go to curetour.org.
About World Communication Center
World Communication Center is a sales and leasing company for people on the move who like to stay in touch or need the capabilities for communications in remote areas. For business, or pleasure, or an emergency where regular phones and cell phone won't work, WCC has the communication solutions. Whether planning a safari vacation, setting up base camp, or an office at a remote construction site, WCC's satellite phones, with all of the accessories, provide a complete communication package almost anywhere on the planet. WCC has an experienced staff of professional satellite communication specialists available to help at any time. For more information about the World Communication Center, please go to worldcomcenter.com.
CONTACT:
for Globalstar USA
Toni Carinci, 925/274-4966
toni.carinci@airtouch.com
or
Penelope Favor/Donna Berry, 415/974-6200
pfavor@gcigroup.com |
