Telecom (New Zealand) and Navman use Wavecom Technology for new Monitored-Vehicle Security Solution - Silent-i

02/10/2006 - 11:25

Telecom New Zealand, a New Zealand mobile network provider, Navman
a world leader in electronic navigation systems and Wavecom SA
(Paris:AVM) (NASDAQ:WVCM) (ISIN:FR0000073066), a leader in wireless
communications solutions for automotive, industrial
(machine-to-machine) and mobile professional applications; announced
the selection of Wavecom wireless technology for an innovative
monitored-vehicle security solution that is soon to be released into
the New Zealand market.

Silent-i, an innovative initiative between Telecom (New Zealand),
Navman and ADT, is a monitored-vehicle security product and service.
The full offer combines a five-star car alarm, GPS geo-locator, CDMA
wireless connectivity and 24/7 security backup.

Subscribers to this service are alerted in the event the vehicle
is being broken into or stolen. In this event, the vehicle can be
located, tracked, and an alert can be sent to a pre-selected handset
and if the customer chooses, the alert will also be sent to the ADT
security center directly.

Using either a web interface or a CDMA handset, the customer has
full control over the system and can remotely change the vehicle's
alarm status, update its location and lock or unlock the doors. They
can also name up to five different drivers who will have unique
settings and alerts tailored specifically for them.

Silent-i uses Wavecom's Wireless CPU, Quik Q2438 for sending and
receiving valuable real-time information regarding the location and
condition of the vehicle. The product's major advance is the
combination of GPS tracking and integrated text messaging capability
that automatically alerts vehicle owners to a number of pre-determined
and potentially criminal events, including a glass break, tilting and
an unauthorized entry.

Commenting on this complete offer, Didier Dutronc, President,
Wavecom Asia-Pacific said, "This is probably one of the best examples
of the benefits that both consumers and companies can derive when the
entire wireless eco-system works together. We are delighted to play a
part in this breakthrough project that promises to lead the way for
expansion into other geographic regions and markets."

Navman VP sales Asia pacific and Latin America, Ian Daniel added,
"Combining geo-location and wireless connectivity with today's
networking technology is on of the most powerful ways to truly stay
connected to the people and things we value - this new service
provides end customers with not only vehicle protection but also peace
of mind."

About Navman

Navman is a world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing
of global positioning system (GPS) products. With 20 years experience
in GPS, the company is now widely recognized as a pioneer of portable,
in-car satellite navigation devices. The Navman brand has become
synonymous with reliability, innovation and simplicity. Navman started
out in New Zealand specialising in marine electronics, and today its
award-winning GPS products are now available for cars, boats,
commercial fleets and outdoor activities.

Navman is a global corporation with offices in the UK, Germany,
France, Italy, The Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, the U.S., New
Zealand, Australia and Singapore. Its products are sold and supported
worldwide. Navman is part of the Brunswick Corporation
(www.brunswick.com), the world leader in high-quality products for
recreational enthusiasts, including pleasure boats, marine engines,
fitness equipment, bowling equipment and billiards tables. Brunswick's
annual sales were $5.9 billion in 2005.

About Wavecom

Wavecom is a worldwide leader in embedded industrial wireless
communication solutions for automotive, machine-to-machine and mobile
professional applications. Wavecom's solutions include the Open AT(R)
software platform encompassing the Wavecom Open AT(R) Operating
System, a wide range of Plug-Ins, the Open AT(R) Integrated
Development Environment (IDE) along with a market-leading range of
Wireless CPUs (Central Processing Units), and an expanding portfolio
of services. These complete embedded solutions enable makers of all
types of machines to develop a new breed of intelligent wireless
applications, without the need of external processors and other ASICs
(Application Specific Integrated Circuits) and components.

Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Paris, Wavecom has
subsidiaries in Hong Kong (PRC), Research Triangle Park, NC (USA), San
Diego, CA (USA) and Camberley (UK). Wavecom is publicly traded on
Euronext Paris (Eurolist) in France and on the NASDAQ (WVCM) exchange
in the U.S.