GCT Semiconductor and Globalstar Partner to Develop IoT Modules for Two-Way Satellite, Cellular and Band 53 Connectivity
GCT Semiconductor (NYSE: GCTS) and Globalstar have announced a strategic partnership to develop two-way satellite messaging systems for mobile devices and modules. The collaboration will utilize GCT's IoT chip GDM7243i in Globalstar's RM200M product, with future implementations incorporating GCT's 4G LTE chip GDM7243SL and 5G IoT-enabled chipset.
The partnership aims to enable seamless connectivity across cellular, private and satellite networks worldwide. Globalstar selected GCT's solution after evaluating multiple options, citing the narrowband and low-power capabilities of GDM7243i combined with the flexible multi-mode GDM7243SL as key factors.
Both companies will showcase their solutions at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona (March 3-6, 2025) and plan to collaborate on developing several LTE and IoT products to enhance Globalstar's solution portfolio.
GCT Semiconductor (NYSE: GCTS) e Globalstar hanno annunciato una partnership strategica per sviluppare sistemi di messaggistica satellitare bidirezionale per dispositivi mobili e moduli. La collaborazione utilizzerà il chip IoT GDM7243i di GCT nel prodotto RM200M di Globalstar, con implementazioni future che integreranno il chip 4G LTE GDM7243SL e il chipset IoT abilitato al 5G di GCT.
La partnership mira a garantire una connettività senza soluzione di continuità tra reti cellulari, private e satellitari in tutto il mondo. Globalstar ha scelto la soluzione di GCT dopo aver valutato diverse opzioni, citando le capacità a banda ristretta e a basso consumo del GDM7243i, unite alla flessibilità del GDM7243SL, come fattori chiave.
Entrambe le aziende presenteranno le loro soluzioni al Mobile World Congress di Barcellona (3-6 marzo 2025) e pianificano di collaborare allo sviluppo di diversi prodotti LTE e IoT per migliorare il portafoglio di soluzioni di Globalstar.
GCT Semiconductor (NYSE: GCTS) y Globalstar han anunciado una asociación estratégica para desarrollar sistemas de mensajería satelital bidireccional para dispositivos móviles y módulos. La colaboración utilizará el chip IoT GDM7243i de GCT en el producto RM200M de Globalstar, con futuras implementaciones que incorporarán el chip 4G LTE GDM7243SL y el chipset habilitado para IoT 5G de GCT.
La asociación tiene como objetivo permitir una conectividad fluida a través de redes celulares, privadas y satelitales en todo el mundo. Globalstar eligió la solución de GCT tras evaluar múltiples opciones, citando las capacidades de banda estrecha y bajo consumo del GDM7243i junto con la flexibilidad del GDM7243SL como factores clave.
Ambas empresas mostrarán sus soluciones en el Mobile World Congress en Barcelona (del 3 al 6 de marzo de 2025) y planean colaborar en el desarrollo de varios productos LTE e IoT para mejorar el portafolio de soluciones de Globalstar.
GCT 반도체 (NYSE: GCTS)와 글로벌스타가 모바일 장치 및 모듈을 위한 양방향 위성 메시징 시스템을 개발하기 위한 전략적 파트너십을 발표했습니다. 이 협력은 GCT의 IoT 칩 GDM7243i를 글로벌스타의 RM200M 제품에 활용하며, 향후 구현에는 GCT의 4G LTE 칩 GDM7243SL 및 5G IoT 지원 칩셋이 포함될 예정입니다.
이 파트너십의 목표는 전 세계의 셀룰러, 개인 및 위성 네트워크 간의 원활한 연결성을 가능하게 하는 것입니다. 글로벌스타는 여러 옵션을 평가한 후 GCT의 솔루션을 선택했으며, GDM7243i의 협대역 및 저전력 기능과 유연한 다중 모드 GDM7243SL이 주요 요소로 언급되었습니다.
두 회사는 2025년 3월 3일부터 6일까지 바르셀로나에서 열리는 모바일 월드 콩그레스에서 자사 솔루션을 선보일 예정이며, 글로벌스타의 솔루션 포트폴리오를 강화하기 위해 여러 LTE 및 IoT 제품 개발에 협력할 계획입니다.
GCT Semiconductor (NYSE: GCTS) et Globalstar ont annoncé un partenariat stratégique pour développer des systèmes de messagerie satellite bidirectionnelle pour appareils mobiles et modules. La collaboration utilisera la puce IoT GDM7243i de GCT dans le produit RM200M de Globalstar, avec des mises en œuvre futures intégrant la puce 4G LTE GDM7243SL et la puce IoT 5G de GCT.
Le partenariat vise à permettre une connectivité fluide à travers les réseaux cellulaires, privés et satellites dans le monde entier. Globalstar a choisi la solution de GCT après avoir évalué plusieurs options, citant les capacités à bande étroite et à faible consommation du GDM7243i combinées à la flexibilité du GDM7243SL comme des facteurs clés.
Les deux entreprises présenteront leurs solutions au Mobile World Congress à Barcelone (du 3 au 6 mars 2025) et prévoient de collaborer au développement de plusieurs produits LTE et IoT pour améliorer le portefeuille de solutions de Globalstar.
GCT Semiconductor (NYSE: GCTS) und Globalstar haben eine strategische Partnerschaft angekündigt, um bidirektionale Satelliten-Nachrichtensysteme für mobile Geräte und Module zu entwickeln. Die Zusammenarbeit wird den IoT-Chip GDM7243i von GCT im Produkt RM200M von Globalstar nutzen, wobei zukünftige Implementierungen den 4G LTE-Chip GDM7243SL und den 5G IoT-fähigen Chip von GCT einbeziehen werden.
Das Ziel der Partnerschaft ist es, nahtlose Konnektivität über Mobilfunk-, private und Satellitennetzwerke weltweit zu ermöglichen. Globalstar wählte die Lösung von GCT nach der Bewertung mehrerer Optionen und nannte die Narrowband- und Low-Power-Funktionen des GDM7243i in Kombination mit der flexiblen Multi-Mode-Funktionalität des GDM7243SL als entscheidende Faktoren.
Beide Unternehmen werden ihre Lösungen auf dem Mobile World Congress in Barcelona (3.-6. März 2025) präsentieren und planen, gemeinsam mehrere LTE- und IoT-Produkte zu entwickeln, um das Lösungsportfolio von Globalstar zu erweitern.
- Strategic partnership to develop two-way satellite messaging systems
- GCT's chips selected for Globalstar's current and future product lineup
- Expansion into non-terrestrial market with 5G products
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GCT Semiconductor's partnership with Globalstar represents a strategic expansion into the satellite IoT market, which could meaningfully impact GCT's growth trajectory given its relatively small
The dual-network capability enabling seamless switching between cellular and satellite networks addresses a critical market need for continuous connectivity regardless of terrestrial network availability. This technological advantage creates a compelling value proposition for industries requiring asset tracking in remote locations where cellular coverage is inconsistent.
From a financial perspective, the satellite IoT market typically commands higher margins than traditional consumer electronics semiconductors, potentially improving GCT's profitability profile if deployment achieves meaningful scale. While the announcement lacks specific financial terms or exclusivity details, this partnership positions GCT in a growing segment that has garnered increased attention from both customers and investors.
For Globalstar, this partnership enhances their product portfolio with advanced semiconductor solutions, strengthening their competitive position against other satellite communications providers. By identifying GCT as their chosen partner after evaluating multiple options, Globalstar signals confidence in GCT's technical capabilities to deliver on their next-generation product requirements.
The technical significance of this partnership centers on solving the multi-network connectivity challenge that plagues many IoT deployments. GCT's GDM7243i chip, specifically designed for narrowband IoT applications, delivers the power efficiency critical for satellite communications where battery longevity directly impacts field deployment viability. When combined with the GDM7243SL's multi-mode capabilities, these chips enable the seamless network transitioning highlighted in the announcement.
This integration addresses a fundamental technical hurdle: maintaining reliable connectivity across heterogeneous network infrastructures. The solution allows devices to dynamically transition between cellular networks and satellite connections based on availability, creating a more robust communication pathway for mission-critical applications in remote monitoring and global asset tracking.
What differentiates this solution from alternatives is the emphasis on two-way messaging systems rather than one-way satellite beacons. Bidirectional communication enables more sophisticated applications including remote configuration, over-the-air updates, and interactive monitoring – significantly expanding the potential use cases and value proposition.
The partnership positions both companies at the technological forefront as satellite connectivity becomes increasingly integrated with terrestrial networks. By expanding into non-terrestrial networks (NTN) with plans to incorporate 5G capabilities, GCT is establishing itself as a player in next-generation satellite communications at a time when industry standards continue to evolve toward unified networking across ground and orbital infrastructure.
This partnership will, for the first time, enable seamless connectivity across cellular, private and satellite networks worldwide
GCT and Globalstar are showcasing their solutions at Mobile World Congress in
“GCT’s GDM7243i stands out as a top choice for narrowband IoT applications, including trackers and satellite GPS devices,” said Alex Katko, VP of Product Engineering of Globalstar. “Globalstar evaluated many options for our next-generation product suite, and we selected GCT because GDM7243i with GDM7243SL was a compelling solution combo. The narrowband and low-power capability of GDM7243i, alongside the flexible multi-mode GDM7243SL, will enable Globalstar devices and modules to fully connect and seamlessly switch between cellular and satellite networks worldwide.”
“GCT is thrilled to partner with a pioneering leader in satellite communications, a company poised for a bright future with numerous opportunities in this expanding industry,” said John Schlaefer, CEO of GCT. “By leveraging our expertise in IoT, 4G and NTN technology, along with our flagship 4G chips, GDM7243i and GDM7243SL, we are eager to further expand into the non-terrestrial market with our 5G products. Together with Globalstar, we aim to be at the forefront of satellite communications technology and meet the increasing demand for trackers, satellite phones and other IoT solutions.”
Globalstar and GCT are uniquely positioned as the leading companies capable of supporting networks with two-way satellite messaging systems. Together, they will collaborate to develop several LTE and IoT products, enhancing Globalstar’s solution portfolio.
About GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc.
GCT is a leading fabless designer and supplier of advanced 5G and 4G LTE semiconductor solutions. GCT’s market-proven solutions have enabled fast and reliable 4G LTE connectivity to numerous commercial devices such as CPEs, mobile hotspots, routers, M2M applications and smartphones, etc., for the world’s top wireless carriers. GCT’s system-on-chip solutions integrate radio frequency, baseband modem and digital signal processing functions, therefore offering complete 4G and 5G platform solutions with small form factors, low power consumption, high performance, high reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
For more information, visit www.gctsemi.com.
About Globalstar
Globalstar empowers its customers to connect, transmit, and communicate smarter – easily, quickly, securely, and affordably – offering reliable satellite and terrestrial connectivity services as an international telecom infrastructure provider. The Company’s low Earth orbit ("LEO") satellite constellation ensures secure data transmission for connecting and protecting assets, transmitting critical operational data, and saving lives for consumers, businesses, and government agencies across the globe. Globalstar’s terrestrial spectrum, Band 53, and its 5G variant, n53, offer carriers, cable companies, and system integrators a versatile, fully licensed channel for private networks with a growing ecosystem to improve customer wireless connectivity, while Globalstar’s XCOM RAN product offers significant capacity gains in dense wireless deployments. In addition to SPOT GPS messengers, Globalstar offers next-generation internet of things ("IoT") hardware and software products for efficiently tracking and monitoring assets, processing smart data at the edge, and managing analytics with cloud-based telematics solutions to drive safety, productivity, and profitability. For more information, visit www.globalstar.com.
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