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DUBLIN - Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd., a subsidiary of Globalstar Inc . (NYSE American: NYSE:GSAT), has reported a significant increase in sales through its UK-based reseller Global Telesat Communications (GTC), a NextPlat Corp. (NASDAQ: NXPL) subsidiary. In 2024, GTC experienced a 35% rise in sales of Globalstar devices compared to the previous year, with over 10,800 units sold. This growth aligns with Globalstar's overall revenue growth of ~14% in the last twelve months, according to InvestingPro data.
The sales boost was primarily driven by the SPOT line of products, including SPOT Gen4, SPOT X, SPOT Trace, and the SmartOne C satellite IoT transmitter. David Phipps, Managing Director of GTC and CEO of Global Operations at NextPlat Corp., attributed the growth to the products' ease of use and affordability, which he believes meet the needs of many customers. The company maintains a healthy gross profit margin of 67%, demonstrating strong pricing power in its product lineup.
GTC reached a notable sales milestone of 45,000 Globalstar devices in May 2024. This achievement came shortly after Globalstar celebrated its 10,000th worldwide rescue facilitated by its satellite-enabled tracking and SOS capabilities.
The demand for SPOT devices is not limited to individual consumers; organizations are also choosing them to ensure the safety of remote-working and at-risk employees. GTC's commercial clientele spans various sectors, including utilities, defence, and humanitarian aid NGOs, particularly those operating in politically unstable or conflict-affected regions.
Additionally, Globalstar's commercial IoT devices have seen increased uptake across multiple industries. According to Phipps, there is continuous demand for the SmartOne C, with one customer recently purchasing a large quantity for monitoring oil and gas pipelines. With analysts setting a high price target of $5 and maintaining a bullish consensus recommendation of 1.67 on InvestingPro, the company's growth trajectory in the IoT space appears promising. Subscribers can access 8 additional ProTips and comprehensive financial analysis through InvestingPro's detailed research reports.
Globalstar, which offers satellite and terrestrial connectivity services, prides itself on its partnership with GTC. Mark O’Connell, Globalstar EMEA & APAC General Manager, expressed the company's pride and congratulated GTC on its continued success.
This announcement is based on a press release statement and reflects the ongoing trend of increased reliance on satellite technology for communication and asset tracking across various industries.
In other recent news, Globalstar, Inc. has made several critical announcements. The company has reported a revenue guidance for 2025 in the range of $260-285 million and an Adjusted EBITDA margin of approximately 50%. Globalstar has also demonstrated a live 5G Radio Access Network over Band n53, a development that quadrupled speeds and is expected to create new revenue opportunities.
In addition to these developments, Globalstar has executed significant changes to its stock structure, including a reverse stock split and a reduction in the number of authorized shares. This move aims to optimize the company's capital structure. The company has also successfully completed its first 5G data call using the Band n53 spectrum, marking a significant advancement in its capabilities.
Globalstar is set to list on the Nasdaq Global Select Market in the first quarter of 2025. The company secured a 10-year authorization to expand its terrestrial applications in Mexico. Furthermore, Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL). plans to introduce satellite connectivity to its Apple Watch Ultra by 2025, following its investment in satellite service provider Globalstar. These are among the recent developments in the operations of Globalstar, Inc.
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