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2017.
Inmarsat Recommends GateHouse's New Global Xpress Test Tool

For Immediate Release

Nørresundby, Denmark

11thApril, 2017

Inmarsat Recommends GateHouse's New Global Xpress Test Tool

Tool enables developers to test GX applications and solutionsoff-air without a terminal

Satcom test tool leaderGateHouse Telecom A/Stoday announces thatInmarsathas advised that it has performed testing of its new Global Xpress Link Emulator (GLE) clearing the way for Inmarsat to recommend the tool to its partners for part of their testing of Global Xpress (GX) applications and solutions off-air without a terminal.

The GLE simulates a real satellite connection and terminal and can be used at any time in a lab for GX application development and test. The GLE can also be used by partners to demonstrate their GX solutions at trade shows.

It helps Inmarsat partners to introduce a more effective test process in GX solution development and to troubleshoot without the support of Inmarsat.

"We recommend that new GX applications and solutions are thoroughly tested in any number of network scenarios and in different bandwidth conditions before being introduced to the market," says Olaf Rostbakken, Director of GX Simulation and Modelling. "GateHouse's GLE tool allows application developers and Value Added Manufacturers (VAMs) to do part of this in a controlled environment and can reduce the cost of testing in the process."

"Clearly, GateHouse is delighted that Inmarsat recommends the GLE tool for its partners to test and accelerate the introduction of new GX solutions," adds Tine P. Pedersen, SalesDirector, Satellite Communication, GateHouse Telecom. "This is a further endorsement of our leadership in satcom test tools."

GateHouse Telecom is a well-established partner of the satellite communications industry. The firm is the leading independent provider of complete embedded software within Inmarsat's BGAN system. Around 50% of the active BGAN terminals in use today use GateHouse's software.

GateHouse Telecom aims to replicate its BGAN success in the Global Xpress network. GLE features include the ability to test multiple SSPCs, possible signal degradation scenarios caused by storms or blockage, simulate traffic congestion scenarios and optimise for minimum airtime usage.

About GateHouse Telecom A/S

GateHouse Telecom A/S is a wholly owned subsidiary of the GateHouse Holding Group. For more than a decade, it has provided the satellite communications industry with a range of market-leading BGAN testing and software products for commercial, government and military use. Of the estimated 120,000 active terminals today, approximately 50% use GateHouse software. The firm's first offering to the GX market is its Global Xpress Link Emulator (GLE). With deep knowledge and understanding of global communications infrastructures and platforms, GateHouse Telecom also offers consultancy services for software, hardware and system integration as well as for the preparation and evaluation of international tenders. Visit https://gatehouse.dk/telecom/

About Inmarsat

Inmarsat plc is the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications services. Since 1979, Inmarsat has been providing reliable voice and high-speed data communications to governments, enterprises and other organizations, with a range of services that can be used on land, at sea or in the air. Inmarsat operates around the world, with a presence in the major ports and centres of commerce on every continent. Inmarsat is listed on the London Stock Exchange (ISAT.L). For more information, please visit www.inmarsat.com.

The Inmarsat press release newsfeed and corporate updates are on @InmarsatGlobal.

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