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Article: COMSAT Mobile Honored for Maritime Safety; Global Satellite Service Provider Recognized for 25-Years of Service to the Maritime Industry.
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- June 15, 2001
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Business Editors/Hi-Tech Writers
BETHESDA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 15, 2001
COMSAT Mobile Communications (CMC) was presented the prestigious "Maritime Safety Award" at The Seamen's Church Institute's 24th Annual Silver Bell Awards Dinner in New York City on June 14, 2001.
The plaque, mounted on a large life ring, cites CMC and vigilant earth station operators, "For an abiding commitment to professionalism and innovative approaches to maritime safety."
"Since 1976, COMSAT Mobile and its earth stations have responded to and coordinated an average of 200-300 maritime emergency calls a year," said Charles A. Robertson, chairman of GMX, ...