LCC International Signs Agreement with TerreStar to Provide Spectrum Clearing Services
For Immediate Release
December 18, 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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LCC International Signs Agreement with TerreStar to Provide Spectrum Clearing Services
- Will Support Development of North America’s First 4G Mobile Communications Network -
MCLEAN, VIRGINIA, December 18, 2006 -- LCC International Inc. (NASDAQ: LCCI), a global leader in wireless voice and data turn-key consulting and network management services, announced today a services agreement with TerreStar Networks Inc., a subsidiary of Motient Corporation (MNCP), to manage the spectrum clearing of incumbents in a portion of the 2 GHz MSS band, spectrum that is currently occupied by fixed microwave links. This relocation effort is a crucial step in supporting the launch of TerreStar’s integrated satellite/terrestrial 4G mobile communications network.
“Our relationship with TerreStar further supports LCC’s strategic direction and demonstrates our ability to broaden LCC’s capabilities and services. This agreement will enable us to do what we do best – address the needs of early entrants into an evolving wireless marketplace with real capabilities and skills, as well as provide unprecedented degrees of efficiency and quality,” said LCC CEO Dean Douglas.
LCC’s Spectrum Clearing Services are designed to assist wireless operators with the complex task of relocating existing users from their current frequency to an alternate frequency or band. LCC’s services include negotiations with incumbents, clearing of spectrum and re-locating to adjacent or available frequencies, as well as the project management and tools to ensure a smooth and timely completion of the relocation process.
“We are excited to be working together to bring next-generation services to our customers across the continent,” said TerreStar CEO Robert H. Brumley. “LCC has served the wireless industry since its inception and is credited with developing the wireless networks we use today. After a rigorous analysis of the incumbent landscape and the resulting assessment of our FCC obligations, LCC was the natural partner to provide the necessary direction and support to help develop North America’s first 4G mobile communications network.”
Under this agreement, LCC will manage the relocation efforts including end-to-end project management. This includes turn-key relocation process; incumbent contact and inventory collection; inventory verification; relocation cost estimation; and frequency relocation agreement negotiations.
About LCC International, Inc.
LCC International, Inc. is a global leader in voice and data design, deployment and management solutions to the wireless telecommunications industry. The Company has worked with all major access technologies and has participated in the success of some of the largest and most sophisticated wireless systems in the world. Through an integrated set of technical business consulting, training, design, deployment, operations and maintenance services, LCC is unique in its ability to provide comprehensive turnkey services to wireless operators around the world. News and additional information are available at www.lcc.com.
About TerreStar Networks Inc.
TerreStar www.terrestar.com, a subsidiary of Motient Corporation (MNCP), plans to build, own and operate North America's first next-generation integrated mobile satellite and terrestrial communications network that will provide universal access and tailored applications throughout North America over conventional wireless devices. With a first-to-market launch strategy in 2008, TerreStar expects to offer customer-designed products and applications over a fully optimized 4G IP network.
About Motient Corporation
Motient is the controlling shareholder of TerreStar Networks Inc., and a shareholder of SkyTerra Communications and Mobile Satellite Ventures LP. For additional information on Motient, please visit the company’s website at www.motient.com.
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