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Infostellar Forms Strategic Collaboration with NorthBase

Infostellar, a provider of Ground Segment as a Service (GSaaS) for satellite operators, has recently entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NorthBase, a ground station service provider based in Finland. This collaboration will integrate NorthBase's ground station antenna located at 68 degrees North in Finnish Lapland into Infostellar's cloud platform, StellarStation.

The agreement marks a significant milestone for both companies as it allows for strategic marketing and sales collaboration in ground station services, along with the flexible sharing of ground station assets. At the core of this partnership is Infostellar's cloud platform, which virtualizes the ground station network, enabling satellite operators to access multiple ground stations owned by different operators through a unified interface. By setting up the service just once for each mission, operators can easily connect to any ground station within Infostellar's network.

With the addition of NorthBase's ground station, users of StellarStation will gain enhanced value. The NorthBase site in Muonio is equipped to offer S-band and X-band services, providing exceptional visibility for polar orbiting satellites. Besides GSaaS, the site also features advanced infrastructure and security measures for antenna hosting services.

Statements from Company Leaders

Naomi Kurahara, CEO of Infostellar, expressed confidence in the partnership, stating, "The collaboration with NorthBase adds a powerful new base to the StellarStation network, enhancing the convenience for our customers. At the same time, it bolsters our presence in Europe and allows us to expand our service offerings in the rapidly growing European market."

Tommi Rasila, Chairman of NorthBase, noted, "Partnering with Infostellar is a crucial step for our company in expanding global GSaaS capabilities. By merging both companies' networks and expertise, we can provide more agile and reliable ground station services to satellite operators worldwide."

About Infostellar

Infostellar is known for delivering GSaaS to satellite operators, providing a flexible and scalable ground station network through its cloud platform, StellarStation. Additionally, Infostellar offers operational support for obtaining radio licenses and frequency coordination necessary for satellite operations. By simplifying the challenges of building ground segments, Infostellar aids businesses leveraging satellites in developing missions and improving services. Founded in 2016 in Tokyo, Infostellar currently has offices in the UK and the USA.

Other Offered Services

• - Hosting Services: Infostellar operates a teleport (ground station) strategically located in Taiki, Hokkaido, optimized for communication with spacecraft. This site boasts high-speed fiber optic connections, backup power sources equipped with UPS, and secure facilities for electronic equipment and data.
• - Dedicated Ground Segment Services: Infostellar provides dedicated antenna resources for satellite operators and ground network operators, including hosting customer-owned antennas and offering dedicated antennas from Infostellar's resources in the Asia-Pacific region. Comprehensive logistics and related services are also provided, including infrastructure setup, maintenance, and compliance with local regulations.

About StellarStation

StellarStation is a flexible and scalable cloud-based ground station platform that allows satellite operators to access ground stations worldwide with a single setup. Ground station owners can earn revenue by leasing out their unused operational hours to other satellite operators. For more information, visit Infostellar's official site.

About NorthBase

Established in 2019, NorthBase provides satellite ground station services and antenna hosting services from its headquarters in Tampere, Finland. The company operates two sites in Muonio and Tampere, offering high-quality ground station services in Finland's strategically located Arctic region, backed by robust infrastructure and a stable business environment. For further details, visit NorthBase's official site.