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To: Susie924 who wrote (120242)	9/24/2003 12:36:01 PM
From: DesertRat1	Respond to of 150070

Press Release Source: PlanetLink Communications Inc. PlanetLink Communications to Launch Design and Development Phase for Its 'PlaneTrak' GPS Technology Product Wednesday September 24, 12:30 pm ET - Product Technology Evaluation Completed By Karta Technologies Inc. - CUMMING, Ga., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- PlanetLink Communications Inc., (OTC Bulletin Board: PLKC - News), a provider of satellite-based products and services announced today that San Antonio, Texas-based Karta Technologies Inc. has completed a comprehensive technology evaluation for PlanetLink's PlaneTrak GPS technology product. Karta is a leader in information technology, engineering, training and program management services. PlaneLink will produce a family of GPS-enabled Mobile Locator Units (MLUs) under the PlaneTrak name, designed to communicate real-time location data and other information over the General Packet Radio System (GPRS) to a secure Internet server. PlanetLink is exploring applications for both consumer and commercial customers for tracking people, vehicles, and a variety of other assets. Karta evaluated potential open-architecture software solutions to perform the tracking functions of the system as well as price, performance and availability of existing GSM/GPRS-compatible mobile units and the feasibility of developing a proprietary tracking element. Karta's evaluation concluded that there are devices available from several sources that could interact with the PlaneTrak server. In addition, Karta has recommended that PlanetLink utilize modules currently available from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) that integrate GPS/GPRS functionality and the unique requirements of the consumer markets to design and produce a customized vehicle MLU to meet the specific requirements of PlaneTrak. A design firm specializing in the development of the GPRS communications modules has been identified to complete this task. Software development activities on the PlaneTrak tracker, database, and website are underway and are anticipated to be complete during early 2004. Design and development efforts for the PlaneTrak vehicle unit have also been initiated and a prototype is expected to be completed by late 2003. Thereafter, integration testing of the PlaneTrak system with commercially available MLUs should allow for launch of PlaneTrak services by early 2004. "We are excited to have reached these long-awaited decisions. We now have definitive, expert conclusions and data on which to base our immediate development plans for PlaneTrak," said M. Dewey Bain, president of PlanetLink Communications Inc. Satellite-enabled technology, including GPS technology, is at the core of some of the most innovative new products on the horizon. Using PlaneTrak, consumers will be able to log on to the Internet and immediately pinpoint the location of an automobile or person equipped with its device, such as a child, a hiker or an elderly person. PlaneTrak products will be leased on a monthly-service and usage-charge basis alleviating consumer concerns about technology changes and upgrades. PlanetLink's PlaneTrak GPS-related products will include: * Kidtrak: A personal tracking system to help parents locate a child within minutes * Parentrak: Designed to permit users to track the location of aging adults/parents * Autotrak: Will enable parents and others to know the speed at which their children are driving and the location of their vehicle. This product can also be used to track the location of commercial fleet vehicles used by transportation and delivery companies and a variety of other businesses * Businesstrak: Designed as a security device for business executives and others * Twowaytrak: This location device is designed to deliver a panic signal, identify the location, and includes a 2-way audio signal that can be remotely monitored PlanetLink, headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., has three primary business segments based on satellite-enabled technology. Providing the consumer both products and services, PlanetLink businesses include: DISH Network (satellite television), StarBand (High-Speed Internet Access) and Global Positioning System (GPS) personal tracking devices. PlanetLink's goal is to become a single-source dealer / distributor of technologically advanced, satellite-based products and services. With a strong and growing product offering and brand name, PlanetLink is building this unique category into a class all its own. Safe Harbor Statement The information contained in this press release includes forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements usually contain the words "estimate," "anticipate," "believe," "expect," or similar expressions that involve risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include the Company's status as a startup company with uncertain profitability, need for significant capital, uncertainty concerning market acceptance of its products, competition, limited service and manufacturing facilities, dependence on technological developments and protection of its intellectual property. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those discussed herein. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences are discussed more fully in the "Risk Factors," "Management's Discussion and Analysis" or "Plan of Operation" and other sections of the Company's Form 10-KSB and other publicly available information regarding the Company on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company will provide you with copies of this information upon request. For more information on PlanetLink, please visit the company's Web site at: