Globalstar USA Introduces Limited Promotional Rates

In an effort to attract the masses of customers that eluded Iridium, Walnut Creek, CA-based Globalstar USA, a subsidiary of Vodafone AirTouch plc, has introduced the "Beyond" promotion. New and existing customers who sign up for service through any Globalstar USA distributor between April 1 and May 15, 2000 will receive 30% off regular monthly access fees and domestic airtime through the July 15 billing cycle.

"This promotion provides a more flexible and affordable means for customers to try out Globalstar phones and service,'' said Mike Kerr, vice president and general manager of Globalstar USA. "We also considered that there are some satellite phone users who have been required to switch their provider recently and needed a smooth, cost-effective transition.'' In addition, several Globalstar USA distributors currently are offering rebates to former Iridium customers for Globalstar handsets.

The company also announced the addition of its new Beyond 50 rate plan to its existing package of rate plans.

"Beyond" Promotion
Now through May 15, 2000, new and existing Globalstar USA customers can sign up for the following promotional plans:

Plan prices, which will be offered by Globalstar USA's agents, do not include international long distance charges. Globalstar USA's resellers will set prices according to individual market conditions.

Beyond 50 Plan
Without promotional rates, the Beyond 50 plan is $99.99 and includes 50 minutes of satellite airtime. Additional satellite minutes are $1.59 per minute.

Domestic Pricing Plans
Globalstar USA offers the following distinct domestic pricing plans (without promotion) based on a monthly service charge and fees for satellite connection and use. The Beyond Basic plan is $29.99 per month plus $1.69 per minute for satellite airtime. The Beyond 100 plan is $169.99 per month and includes 100 minutes of satellite airtime; additional minutes are $1.49. The Beyond 250 plan is $369.99 and includes 250 minutes of satellite airtime; additional minutes are $1.39.

Edited by Ellen Jensen