Roadpost Adds More Flexibility, More Savings to Satellite
Service Portfolio
Handset discounts, carry forward options and new bundles
provide up to 40% in airtime saving
Toronto, ON (January 17, 2005) - Roadpost Inc., a leader of global voice
and data communications solutions for the international traveller, announces it
has made its Iridium satellite services more affordable and flexible than ever
before. Among the new additions to its extensive portfolio, Roadpost has now
included a new 1000 minute pre-paid voucher. Roadpost also features a variety
of pooled and carry forward options to help users get the most out of their
portable satellite service investment.
"Roadpost is constantly looking for ways to help users maximize their resources
and savings for their satellite services," says Morris Shawn, president and CEO
of Roadpost. "No other provider offers the variety of plans and savings that we
can. Depending on the options selected, users can save up to an additional 40%
in airtime costs and receive a rebate of up to $400 on their handset purchase.
Also, Roadpost is the only company to offer pooled minutes for multiple users,
adding up to even more overall savings. Unlike other plans, we go out of our
way to make sure that no minutes get left on the table and that our customers
always get the best value for the money."
Roadpost Iridium satellite offerings for post-paid services include:
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Multiple monthly bundled minute packages for all usage requirements that
provide up to an additional 40% savings on air time costs (30 minute, 120
minute, 240 minute).
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Carry forward of unused minutes for up to 12 months ensure the user that if
they have a month where they do not use all of their minutes, they are not
lost, but applied for future months' usage. A Roadpost exclusive, this is ideal
for users whose usage fluctuates from month to month.
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Pooled airtime allows multiple users on the same account to combine their
monthly bundled minutes and share the total amount amongst the entire group.
Ideal for business accounts that may have a combination of "power" users and
individuals whose usage fluctuates.
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Hardware rebates on handsets ($100 with 30 minute bundle; $200 on 120 minute
bundle; $400 on 240 minutes bundle).
Prepaid services include:
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A new 1000 minute prepaid card for mid-range users;
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A wide selection of pre-paid voucher options to suit all levels of users. These
include: 75 minutes for one month; 500 and 1000 minutes for 12 months, 3000 and
5000 minutes for 24 months;
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No activation fees or hidden costs.
Both services include:
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24X7 customer support and technical assistance;
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24-hour emergency delivery in North America;
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Accessories package that includes leather case, AC charger with travel
adapters, cigarette lighter adapter, mobile mount antenna for vehicles, battery
and headset.
"Roadpost is committed to bring customers the most competitive rates, the most
comprehensive packages and the best support in international cellular and
portable satellite services," says Shawn. "That's why we continue to add to our
offerings to meet the growing demands of users around the world."
Roadpost's service portfolio also includes a variety of rental and subscription
packages for international cellular, International BlackBerry and worldwide
Internet services.
About Roadpost Inc.
Founded in 1991, Roadpost (www.roadpost.com)
provides customized global communications to individuals and corporations. The
company's comprehensive portfolio includes International Cellular, Iridium
satellite, International BlackBerry and Remote Internet Access communications
services providing complete global coverage, no matter where the destination.
Alliances with industry leaders such as mmO2, Transatel, Swisscom, Telecom
Italia Mobile, Vodafone, Bell Mobility, Telus Mobility, Iridium, Go Remote
Communications, Research in Motion, Motorola and Nokia allow Roadpost to
deliver reliable and secure communications with the largest network of
worldwide coverage. In addition, affiliations with loyalty programs American
Airlines Aadvantage® and Aeroplan® provide customers with an opportunity to
earn loyalty points when using Roadpost's services.
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