Remote Solution Uses BGAN Modems and Specialized Software

PARIS & SEATTLE (Business Wire EON) April 14, 2008 -- SeaMobile Europe, a division of SeaMobile Enterprises and leading provider of satellite-based broadband communications and networking services, announced today a significant product update to its popular Media ClipWay software that allows journalists to cost-effectively file video reports from field locations throughout the world using satellite services and BGAN modem devices. With this enhancement, users now need only a camera and computer connected with Media ClipWay software and two modems to uplink video at 512 kbps guaranteed transmission speeds.

Since the launch of France 24 I've been using Media ClipWay. I use it almost daily when I'm in the field and I have been able to send breaking news back from Chad, Iraq and Chechnya without encountering any problems

“The latest release of the Media ClipWay software allows us to seamlessly combine the bandwidth available from two Inmarsat BGAN modems for improved transmission quality,” said Juliette Warter, Marketing Director for SeaMobile Europe. “Now, Media ClipWay users can capture, compress and send live video from anyplace to anywhere in the world. The video transmits at broadcast quality and at close to 90 percent less cost than using traditional satellite trucks while giving reporters increased flexibility to get even closer to the story.”

Today, Media ClipWay is the market's easiest to use software solution with an intuitive user interface that does not require any additional software or technical expertise to use. Users either “live-stream” or capture video, select compression and choose transmit to send via their computer. The software supports any communication link including satellite, ISDN, xDSL or 3G mobility and transmits 25 or 30 frames per second of video. Currently France 24, BFM TV, Tele Africa, Canal +, TSR, Skaï TV, RTS (and numerous independent journalists) are among industry leaders, who are utilizing Media ClipWay in their news reporting.

“Since the launch of France 24 I’ve been using Media ClipWay. I use it almost daily when I’m in the field and I have been able to send breaking news back from Chad, Iraq and Chechnya without encountering any problems,” said Franck Berruyer, a reporter for France 24. “I work alone with only a computer, a camera and a BGAN antenna. It has the lightness and adaptability of a radio reporter’s equipment, but is made for TV reporters. I am looking forward to being in hot spots, so I can experience the full range of the system’s capability while doing live shoots in the middle of nowhere. The system’s only constraint is finding power to recharge after the battery is depleted. There is no more a need to book an SNG vehicle or find a place to transmit now that I have absolute freedom with Media ClipWay and BGAN.”

“In the world of 24 hour a day news reporting, there has never been more pressure to get stories quickly and at the source of the news,” continued Warter. “Media ClipWay can enhance the ability to make this happen. Additionally, more and more independent journalists are involved in supplying the insatiable demand for news content and we see Media ClipWay software becoming increasingly relevant to these types of applications.”

Media ClipWay software utilizes the Inmarsat BGAN modem that is light and robust, and has a very small antenna that weighs only up to 2.2 kg. The software innovatively combines the bandwidth of two modems to transmit at 512 kbps using the modems streaming IP channel. In addition to a professional media software suite, Media ClipWay now offers a version of the software for non-media users to serve field engineers, mobile workers, aid workers, insurance adjusters, maintenance workers and even sportsmen.

About SeaMobile Europe

For more than 15 years, SeaMobile Europe (formerly known as Geolink and now a division of SeaMobile Enterprises) has been a pioneer in providing reliable, continuous and secure telecommunication services. The company also provides value added services required by individuals or organizations where traditional telecommunication infrastructures are unusable, non-existent, or simply not economically envisaged.

As a preferred partner with the world’s leading satellite networks (Inmarsat, Iridium, Intelsat and Eutelsat) and selected Land Earth Stations operators, SeaMobile Europe offers tailored telecommunications solutions and exclusive value added services to individuals, businesses, industries and organizations worldwide. Professional expertise rooted in broad experience, technological innovation and caring customer services are the cornerstone of the company’s growth and success.

SeaMobile Europe offers a range of products and services: Geolink Access® (high-speed internet access by satellite), SeaMobile® Wireless (on board maritime GSM services), Oceanpost (maritime satellite access), Catsat (world satellite fishing aid service), ClipWay® (video transmission software) and all required equipment to access Inmarsat and Iridium networks.

About SeaMobile Enterprises

SeaMobile Enterprises is the dominant global service provider of at-sea communications, connectivity and content services. Our VSAT solutions are delivered by the industry leader, Maritime Telecommunications Network (MTN), a division of SeaMobile specializing in the maritime industry. Our global VSAT satellite communications network offers the reliability that only “Always On – Always Available” systems can provide. Over 350 vessels worldwide, including most cruise ships, the government and military, private yachts, ferries, the offshore energy industry, and commercial shipping customers depend on our voice and data networks to keep people connected anywhere in the world. Our premier services include remote access for Internet, fixed and mobile phones, fax, television, on-board newspapers, and direct payroll deposit. For more information, visit www.seamobile.com.

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