MEDFORD, Mass., and DULLES, Va., May 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cross
Country Automotive Services (Cross Country), a leading provider of integrated
vehicle and driver programs, and ORBCOMM, a global satellite
telecommunications company, today announced the successful integration and
certification of their wireless satellite data and mobile customer service
delivery systems. In addition, the companies have entered into a business
agreement that helps bring cost-effective alternative telematics technologies
to the consumer marketplace. The agreement builds upon the successful joint
demonstration of telematics services at this year's Consumer Electronics Show
with Delphi Electronics & Safety.
Through this partnership Cross Country has access to the ORBCOMM network,
which provides reliable satellite communications services to customers around
the world. Leveraging this network, Cross Country's response centers will
gain access to critical vehicle information including location, alarm data,
speed information, direction of travel, starter, disable, and remote door
unlock. The satellite-based network provides wide coverage including in some
areas where people are most vulnerable - that are not covered by cellular or
other wireless technology. ORBCOMM-enabled devices are available from Delphi
and others, and will be offered across Cross Country's market segments as part
of its Integrated Telematics Services(SM) strategy that blends technology-
enabled safety and convenience services with proven high-value products such
as roadside assistance.
"Both automakers and aftermarket electronics providers are looking for a
spectrum of communications and service options that allow them to offer peace
of mind at an affordable price. Cross Country's teaming with ORBCOMM means a
simpler, faster way for our clients to bring these services to market," said
William Tolhurst, Senior Director of Cross Country's Advanced Solutions Group.
"By combining Cross Country's innovative services, Delphi's hardware
solutions that offer functionality at a very low price point, and the
reliability of our global satellite network all customers will be able to
access a very affordable safety solution they can rely on," said Jerry
Eisenberg, Chief Operating Officer of ORBCOMM.
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 Group, 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.
About Cross Country Automotive Services
Headquartered in Medford, Massachusetts, Cross Country Automotive Services
is a leading provider of integrated vehicle and driver programs in North
America. Over 1,800 Cross Country employees serve more than 100 corporate
clients and their more than 50 million customers each year. Cross Country
Automotive Services is a member of The Cross Country Group, one of the largest
privately held providers of customer service programs in the United States.
For additional information on Cross Country Automotive Services, please visit
their web site at http://www.crosscountry-auto.com.
SOURCE Cross Country Automotive Services
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Related links:
http://www.crosscountry-auto.com
http://www.orbcomm.com
CONTACT:
Kendra Boccelli For Cross Country Automotive
Services, +1-617-645-3205; or Marc Eisenberg of ORBCOMM,
+1-201-363-4900
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