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October 12, 2003
PolarSat Helps Aid Agencies Help Others

Canadian Technology Provides Instant Communication Capability During Emergencies or Disasters

Geneva, Switzerland, October 12, 2003 - On display this week at ITU Telecom World 2003 will be a Quick Deploy Satellite Earth Station. PolarSat's state-of-the-art satellite technology is at the core of this vital capability. Its FlexiDAMA VSAT system provides a secure, reliable method of transmitting voice and data when other communication methods are damaged, inadequate or unavailable.

This real-world application of advanced VSAT technology enables aid and relief agencies to respond to crises on a moment's notice. In less than half an hour, onsite personnel can be in communication with the world, conveying status and emergency needs.

“From Ground Zero in New York to the earthquake in Gujarat, India, PolarSat has been there to restore vital communications links” proudly states Marc Lupien, Executive Vice President World Sales and Marketing.

Telenor Satellite Networks AS, PolarSat's partner in this venture, owns and operates gateway earth stations at strategic locations around the world. This enables global coverage to NGOs and multinational corporations, providing them with affordable broadband access.

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ABOUT POLARSAT

PolarSat Inc. is a privately-held company focused on the development and manufacture of satellite communications terminal equipment and systems. The company presently employs some 90 people. PolarSat's head office and manufacturing plant is located in Kirkland, Quebec, Canada.

ABOUT TELENOR

Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Telenor is an international provider of high quality telecommunications, data and media communication services. Telenor is one of Norway's largest companies with 2002 revenues of approximately NOK 48.8 billion (approximately U.S. $7 billion) and a workforce of 21.200
located in Norway and abroad. Telenor is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (TEL) and the NASDAQ in New York (TELN). For more information, see http://www.telenorsat.com

For further information about PolarSat Inc. please contact:

Marc Lupien
Executive VP, World Sales and Marketing
Telephone : (514) 694-2244, ext. 1125
Facsimile : (514) 694-5288
Email : mlupien@polarsat.com