Delphi Taps New Market for Telematics; Satellite Modems Offer 'Out Of This World Opportunity'

Delphi books $100 million in new business to build two-way communicator modems for stellar satellite communications

TROY, Mich., Oct. 18 -- Delphi Corp. will co- develop and manufacture the next generation of transceiver modems for Stellar Satellite Communications Ltd., company officials announced here today at Convergence 2004.

Delphi will supply two new models of two-way satellite communicator modems to Stellar including a high-volume telematics modem for both mobile and fixed equipment applications. The other sophisticated Delphi modem will utilize sensors and software to relay information to and from equipment requiring advanced field intelligence, according to Jeff Owens, Delphi vice president and president of Delphi Electronics and Safety.

Both modems support global remote management of equipment and assets through ORBCOMM's satellite network for two-way satellite data communications. The modems will meet the rigorous performance and reliability standards of Delphi products, and will benefit the industry by providing a consistent supply of automotive-grade new and replacement modems.

"We are pleased to team with Stellar to provide the technology and manufacturing capability to help our customers find an 'end-to-end solution' for this market," said Beth Schwarting, general director of Sales and Marketing for Delphi Electronics & Safety. "Producing the units in high volumes will enable a cost-effective alternative for industrial and commercial companies seeking to improve productivity."

Stellar will include the two modems in a number of different applications for industrial customers including commercial vehicle fleet and logistics management for trucks, barges, fishing vessels, locomotives, heavy machinery and containers. In addition, the modems can monitor fixed assets including pipelines, oil wells, energy meters and storage tanks to share information through satellite data messaging. The modems will be capable of providing two-way tracking and monitoring of gas and oil production equipment, liquid petroleum operations, environmental and weather information and utility meters.

"The smart, highly versatile modems being produced will help revolutionize the satellite data market with lower price points than ever before," said Jerry Eisenberg, ORBCOMM chief executive officer. "These modems will ensure that increasing demands will be met by ORBCOMM, one of the fastest growing networks in the satellite industry."

About Delphi

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About Stellar Satellite Communications

Stellar Satellite Communications designs and manufactures data communications products for use on the ORBCOMM satellite network for two-way messaging, tracking and monitoring applications. Many equipment manufacturers and system integrators having global distribution make use of Stellar products to telemeter important operation data back to their information systems and call centers. The company was formed in 1996 and is located in Virginia. Its products are approved for use around the world, and are designed and field proven to withstand the harsh environments common to many industrial applications. For more information, visit http://www.stellar-sat.com/ .

About ORBCOMM

ORBCOMM is a wireless telecommunications company that provides reliable, cost effective data communications services to customers around the world through its unique low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite network and global ground infrastructure. A diverse customer base, including industry leaders General Electric, Caterpillar Inc., Volvo Trucks, XATA, and AirIQ, uses ORBCOMM services to track, monitor and control mobile and fixed assets including trucks, containers, marine vessels, locomotives, heavy machinery, pipelines, oil wells, utility meters and storage tanks anywhere in the world. For more information call 1-800-ORBCOMM or visit its Web site at http://www.orbcomm.com/ .