Globalstar, Inc., a company providing telecom infrastructure, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. have signed a strategic collaboration agreement for a 5G Private Network technology portfolio. This includes technologies such as Qualcomm FSMTM 5G RAN Platforms for small cells and select Qualcomm SnapdragonTM Modem-RF Systems that support Rel 15/16, which will employ Globalstar Band n53 terrestrial spectrum worldwide.
Qualcomm Technologies plans to provide select Qualcomm FSM Platforms commercially adapted for use with Globalstar's Band n53 terrestrial spectrum for private networks as a part of this collaboration. In addition, Globalstar will also license its Band n53 spectrum to those system integrators who are adopting 5G Private Network solutions employing small cell radios and devices operating on such Qualcomm FSM Platforms. It is also anticipated that the Qualcomm EdgewiseTM Suite will play a significant role in successfully assisting system integrators in deploying these new 5G Private Networks solutions.
Kyle Pickens, Vice President of Strategy and Communications at Globalstar, shared, "This collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies represents a critical step in fully developing the terrestrial ecosystem for Band n53." He added, "Qualcomm Technologies' long history of leadership in chipset development for mobility services made the collaboration a strategic choice as we surveyed the terrestrial landscape. Furthermore, Qualcomm Technologies' strong relationships with system integrators around the globe and ability to deliver a seamless solution for enterprises made this an easy decision. With Qualcomm Technologies, we believe we can significantly improve our ability to deliver our connectivity solutions to the widest audience in the shortest period of time."
(Source – Business Wire)
About Globalstar
Globalstar is an international telecom infrastructure provider headquartered in Covington (Louisiana) that offers reliable satellite and terrestrial connectivity services. Its LEO satellite constellation enables customers to connect and transmit data securely and efficiently from anywhere, benefiting businesses, consumers, and government agencies in over 120 countries. In addition, Globalstar's Band 53 terrestrial spectrum provides carriers, cable companies, and system integrators with a fully licensed channel to enhance their customers' wireless connectivity. Its innovative product offerings include SPOT GPS messengers, next-gen IoT hardware, intelligent data processing applications, and cloud-based telematics solutions.