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National Post
4 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Globalstar and Technosylva Support Global Wildfire Response and Firefighter Safety With Satellite-Powered Digital Solutions
Article content DUBLIN — Globalstar (NASDAQ: GSAT), a next-generation telecommunications infrastructure and technology provider, announces the continued global expansion of its collaboration with Technosylva, the leading provider of wildfire and extreme weather modeling and risk management. Technosylva's integrated fire behavior modeling and incident management platforms are used by fire agencies across North America, Latin America, and Europe. Article content The latest milestone in this partnership includes a continued deployment with INFOCA, Andalusia's regional fire authority, and one of Europe's largest emergency response organizations. Through Technosylva's Wildfire Analyst™ and fiResponse™ platforms, powered in the field by Globalstar's SPOT satellite devices, firefighters gain real-time situational awareness, enhanced coordination, and life-saving connectivity even in the most remote and hazardous environments. Article content SPOT devices enable precise GPS tracking and emergency signaling, integrated directly into fiResponse. Firefighters can send instant location data with the touch of a button, supporting rapid dispatch of emergency teams – even in GSM-denied areas. These devices have been proven effective in live deployments across Spain, the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. Article content In Spain, INFOCA fast-tracked the deployment of SPOT Gen3 devices in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic to support first responder operations. By 2022, 550 devices had been deployed, while neighboring Castilla La Mancha has been using SPOT since 2015. 'Increasing wildfire threats require integrated, intelligent solutions,' said Joaquin Ramirez, Founder & CTO at Technosylva. 'Spain understands that fire behavior modeling, advanced communications, and real-world field operations must work in concert to improve firefighter safety and decision-making.' Article content Mark O'Connell, Globalstar's General Manager for EMEA and APAC, added, 'We're proud to support Technosylva and INFOCA in equipping fire agencies with critical satellite technology to help save lives and protect communities.' Article content Technosylva's growing international presence includes major firefighting agencies in the U.S., including agencies in Texas and Georgia, who use the system's predictive analysis to model fire spread and allocate resources more effectively based on live and forecasted environmental conditions. Article content Register here Article content to join the upcoming webinar, 'The Keys to Enhancing Safety & Efficiency in Firefighting Operations' on June 30 to learn more. Article content About Technosylva Inc. Article content Technosylva is the leading provider of wildfire and extreme weather modeling, risk mitigation, and operational response software. Technosylva's market-leading solutions, enhanced by AI and machine learning capabilities, provide real-time and predictive insights into developing wildfire and extreme weather risks to support electric utility, insurance, and government agency customers. Founded in 1997, Technosylva has offices in La Jolla, CA, León, Spain, and Calgary, Canada. Learn more at Article content About Globalstar, Inc. Article content 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 Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Media Contact: Article content Article content
Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Globalstar and Technosylva Support Global Wildfire Response and Firefighter Safety With Satellite-Powered Digital Solutions
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Globalstar (NASDAQ: GSAT), a next-generation telecommunications infrastructure and technology provider, announces the continued global expansion of its collaboration with Technosylva, the leading provider of wildfire and extreme weather modeling and risk management. Technosylva's integrated fire behavior modeling and incident management platforms are used by fire agencies across North America, Latin America, and Europe. The latest milestone in this partnership includes a continued deployment with INFOCA, Andalusia's regional fire authority, and one of Europe's largest emergency response organizations. Through Technosylva's Wildfire Analyst™ and fiResponse™ platforms, powered in the field by Globalstar's SPOT satellite devices, firefighters gain real-time situational awareness, enhanced coordination, and life-saving connectivity even in the most remote and hazardous environments. SPOT devices enable precise GPS tracking and emergency signaling, integrated directly into fiResponse. Firefighters can send instant location data with the touch of a button, supporting rapid dispatch of emergency teams – even in GSM-denied areas. These devices have been proven effective in live deployments across Spain, the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. In Spain, INFOCA fast-tracked the deployment of SPOT Gen3 devices in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic to support first responder operations. By 2022, 550 devices had been deployed, while neighboring Castilla La Mancha has been using SPOT since 2015. 'Increasing wildfire threats require integrated, intelligent solutions,' said Joaquin Ramirez, Founder & CTO at Technosylva. 'Spain understands that fire behavior modeling, advanced communications, and real-world field operations must work in concert to improve firefighter safety and decision-making.' Mark O'Connell, Globalstar's General Manager for EMEA and APAC, added, 'We're proud to support Technosylva and INFOCA in equipping fire agencies with critical satellite technology to help save lives and protect communities.' Technosylva's growing international presence includes major firefighting agencies in the U.S., including agencies in Texas and Georgia, who use the system's predictive analysis to model fire spread and allocate resources more effectively based on live and forecasted environmental conditions. Register here to join the upcoming webinar, 'The Keys to Enhancing Safety & Efficiency in Firefighting Operations' on June 30 to learn more. About Technosylva Inc. Technosylva is the leading provider of wildfire and extreme weather modeling, risk mitigation, and operational response software. Technosylva's market-leading solutions, enhanced by AI and machine learning capabilities, provide real-time and predictive insights into developing wildfire and extreme weather risks to support electric utility, insurance, and government agency customers. Founded in 1997, Technosylva has offices in La Jolla, CA, León, Spain, and Calgary, Canada. Learn more at About Globalstar, Inc. 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
Dublin Live
16-06-2025
- Dublin Live
Irish tourists told to 'cancel' Spain holidays as expert issues Greece and Turkey warning
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Irish people planning a sunny escape to Spain, Turkey, or Greece are being warned to think twice - as a UK expert has flagged up serious concerns. Speaking to BBC's Morning Live, travel journalist Ash Bhardwaj has raised the alarm about the heightened risk of wildfires. He warned holidaymakers: "We're entering wildfire season, which peaks in July and August, and some of these places are seeing temperatures that peak at over 50 degrees Celsius. "As a place gets drier and hotter, you're more likely to get wildfires. Over the last five years, 13 per cent of travel insurance claims have been evacuations or related to natural disasters, so this is something that can affect your travel." In the Canary Islands, both tourists and locals are keeping their eyes peeled for any signs of forest fires, with the authorities putting a pre-alert state into action. The combination of scorching heat, bone-dry conditions, and the recent battering from a calima – those dry, dusty winds from the Sahara – means the risk of a blaze breaking out is all too real, reports Galway Beo. An official statement on the local government's website said: "Given the current climatic, meteorological, and environmental circumstances, having passed the usual period of precipitation in the Canary Islands and, as established in section 2.10 of the INFOCA, it is estimated that the conditions are in place to declare a Pre-Alert Situation due to this being a period of medium to high risk of forest fires." Spain's key tourism sector is already bracing for impact over soaring anti-tourist sentiment with demonstrations in full swing before the peak holiday season kicks in. Last month saw protesters thronging the streets across Tenerife, La Gomera, Gran Canaria, El Hierro, Lanzarote, and La Palma, banding together under the slogan 'Canarias tiene un limite' (The Canaries has a limit). Activists have been vocal, demanding a cap on tourist numbers, a stop to new hotel projects and calling for tougher tourist taxes among several measures. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
Glasgow Times
16-06-2025
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow holidaymakers issued 'high risk' warning for summer
Experts have warned tourists heading to Spain, Greece, or Turkey to be aware of devastating wildfires which have the chance to spread to holiday resorts. The warnings come as the popular holiday destinations enter wildfire season, raising concerns about safety and travel disruption. READ MORE: Pop star sends Celtic fans into frenzy after wearing club jacket on red carpet A BBC Morning Live pundit raised the alarm, claiming a "twin threat" could endanger UK tourists. Travel expert Ash Bhardwaj said: "We're entering wildfire season, which peaks in July and August, and some of these places are seeing temperatures that peak at over 50 degrees Celsius. "As a place gets drier and hotter, you're more likely to get wildfires. Over the last five years, 13 per cent of travel insurance claims have been evacuations or related to natural disasters, so this is something that can affect your travel." Spanish authorities have already issued a pre-alert for forest fires in the Canary Islands, citing "medium to high risk" conditions due to ongoing heat and dry weather. In a statement, the regional government said: "Given the current climatic, meteorological, and environmental circumstances, having passed the usual period of precipitation in the Canary Islands and, as established in section 2.10 of the INFOCA. "It is estimated that the conditions are in place to declare a Pre-Alert Situation due to this being a period of medium to high risk of forest fires." The warning comes amid growing unrest in Spain over tourism. READ MORE: Glasgow travellers face summer chaos amid strikes in Spain The Glasgow Times recently reported that anti-tourist demonstrations and the threat of strike action have raised further concerns for holidaymakers. A series of planned walkouts could affect travellers in July and August if no agreement is reached between hotel workers and employers. The strikes are being organised by a major tourism union in the Canary Islands, with action set to begin on July 4 if talks fail. The proposed strikes would take place every Friday throughout July and August, with union leaders warning of major disruption for holidaymakers. READ MORE: Glasgow college launches Oasis masterclass ahead of reunion tour The action will be confirmed or called off on June 16. Juan Pablo González, manager of the local employers' association, said he remains "moderately optimistic" about reaching a resolution. He said all discussions must remain at the negotiating table.
Daily Record
16-06-2025
- Daily Record
Holidaymakers warned of 'high risk' in Spain, Greece and Turkey this summer
UK tourists are being urged to remain vigilant as temperatures soar British holidaymakers are being warned over severe dangers in Spain, Greece and Turkey ahead of the busy summer season. Experts have urged tourists to be aware of potentially devastating wildfires which could spread rapidly in popular holiday resorts. Summer getaways could be at risk as the countries enter wildfire season which could cause chaos and devastation, warned Spanish authorities. A BBC Morning Live pundit raised the alarm claiming a 'twin threat' could endanger UK tourists. Ash Bhardwaj, a travel guru, issued the advice and warned people to be cautious. He said: "We're entering wildfire season, which peaks in July and August, and some of these places are seeing temperatures that peak at over 50 degrees Celsius. "As a place gets drier and hotter, you're more likely to get wildfires. Over the last five years, 13 per cent of travel insurance claims have been evacuations or related to natural disasters, so this is something that can affect your travel." Soaring temperatures, dry conditions and the recent arrival of a calima - dry, dusty winds from the Sahara - have made the islands prone to forest fires, reports Birmingham Live. In a statement on its website, the local government said: 'Given the current climatic, meteorological, and environmental circumstances, having passed the usual period of precipitation in the Canary Islands and, as established in section 2.10 of the INFOCA. "It is estimated that the conditions are in place to declare a Pre-Alert Situation due to this being a period of medium to high risk of forest fires.' Spain's tourism industry is already feeling the pinch due to escalating anti-tourism demonstrations ahead of the peak season. Protesters in Spain, riled by the strain of mass tourism on housing and services, hit the streets in British holiday hotspots last weekend, brandishing signs demanding tourists to 'go home'. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Majorca and Ibiza, usually peaceful escapes for Brits seeking sun and tranquillity, were echoed with the uproar from thousands of demonstrators this Sunday as they sought to pressure authorities into action. Holidaymakers were left gobsmacked, witnessing local inhabitants voicing their grievances over the inundation of cruise ships, private planes, and holiday let landlords, blamed for escalating living costs and tarnishing the charm of their idyllic Balearic islands. At one point during the protest, which organisers said had drawn 30,000 people to Palma's streets, police stepped in at a central bar to shield patrons from protesters' heckles and drumbeats. One local told the Mail, "I'm protesting because I don't want 80 per cent of my money to go on rent. I don't want to be forced to speak only English or German in my apartment block. "I don't want my friends to have to go to the mainland when they have children just to be able to afford a dignified life, a lot of us are fed up."
