Media Release 22 October 2013

NewSat receives plan consent for Adelaide teleport expansion

NewSat lodged a development application with the City of Salisbury for Adelaide teleport City of Salisbury has confirmed Development Plan consent for the facility expansion Expansion will support the operation of Australias first Ka-band satellite, Jabiru-1 and fleet of Jabiru satellites.

NewSat Limited (ASX:NWT), Australias satellite company, is pleased to announce t he City of Salisbury Council have granted Development Plan consent for the expansion of NewSats Adelaide teleport facility in Mawson Lakes, South Australia. The planned facility expansion highlights the growth of business in SA and more specifically, the City of Salisbury. A larger teleport facility will advance global innovation, assist technology development and increase high tech job availability. This consent acknowledges NewSats success to date and the opportunities that NewSats Jabiru-1 satellite and the teleport infrastructure investment in South Australia will create for local industry. The land acquired for the teleport expansion doubles NewSats size and presence in Mawson Lakes, South Australia. The multimillion dollar investment in key infrastructure and the development application plan that has received consent includes a number of large antennas, the Jabiru Satellite Control Facility and Jabiru Customer Support Centre, upgraded power systems and generators, major expansion of existing networks and infrastructure, as well as other enhancements to security and equipment. The teleport expansion is integral to the growth of NewSat and its plans to launch a fleet of satellites. Jabiru-1, Australias first commercial Ka-band satellite, is expected to generate in excess US$3 billion of revenue over 15 years. The City of Salisburys economic and development team, operating from the Polaris Centre in Technology Park, have worked closely with the company to support the application process. NewSat is focused on global enterprise and government customers across mining, oil and gas, construction, defence, government, carrier grade telecommunications, disaster recovery and media sectors. The new teleport facilities in Adelaide will provide satellite communications including video, voice and data communications for enterprise and government markets, requiring remote area connectivity. In commenting on the Development Plan consent, Gillian Aldridge, City of Salisbury Mayor said: The City of Salisbury is pleased to be working with NewSat, Australias largest pure-play satellite communications company who compete on a global stage and provide mission critical communications to enterprise and government customers around the world. This facility expansion is a great example of local business growth and we are proud of the plan for this unique-toAustralia infrastructure. NewSats development application highlights how Salisbury is well plac ed to provide economic growth and support to industries and businesses, our staff have worked closely with NewSat to provide the company with significant insight and support and we are delighted that they have chosen to expand their operations in Mawson Lakes. The development will provide the community with high-tech innovative jobs into the future. In commenting on the Development Plan consent, Adrian Ballintine, NewSat Founder and CEO said: "Our Adelaide teleport expansion is a key element of NewSat realising its long-term vision of becoming a global satellite operator and providing the significant ground infrastructure required for Jabiru-1 operations and NewSats customers. We are delighted that the City of Salisbury have granted Development Plan consent for the Adelaide teleport facility expansion, confirming NewSats planned infrastructure investment in South Australia and development of our teleport facility here in Mawson Lakes. Jabiru-1 is being built by Lockheed Martin and will be launched by Arianespace in 2015. It is Australias first commercial Ka band satellite and will provide high-powered Ka-band coverage to meet the growing demands from enterprise and government sectors across the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Jabiru-2, NewSats hosted payload, is also preparing for launch in early 2014. Jabiru -2 will provide superior coverage over Australia, Timor Leste, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. With rights to eight premium orbital slots, NewSats Jabiru fleet of next generation satellites will lead Australias space quest and will be supported on the ground right here in Adelaide.

ABOUT NEWSAT NewSat is Australias largest pure-play satellite communications company, delivering internet, voice, data and video communications via satellite. With its unique-to-Australia teleport infrastructure, NewSat provides a full range of managed satellite communication services and has established a reputation as the partner of choice for governments, corporations and private enterprises. Today, NewSat has the ability to provide coverage to 75% of the globe; from Australia, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, across the Indian Ocean extending into Europe and across the Pacific Ocean, reaching into the West coast of the USA. NewSats world acclaimed teleports in Perth (Western Australia) and Adelaide (South Australia) were Top 3 Finalists in the World Teleport Associations 2012 and 2010 Awards for Excellence and made the 2012 and 2011 Top Operator Rankings. Both teleports are accredited to supply services to the Australian Department of Defence (DRSS) and are recognised as highly secure Global Access Points, supporting certified classified networks to ensure the transmission of vital and sensitive information for government clients. NewSat will be expanding its satellite capabilities with the Jabiru Satellite Program, beginning with the launch and operation of Jabiru-1, Australias first commercial Ka-band satellite. Jabiru-1, a large next generation satellite, will provide superior coverage over South East Asia, the Middle East and North Africa. Jabiru-2, also scheduled, will deliver enhanced coverage in and around Australia. NewSat has rights to eight premium orbital slots and its fleet of next generation geostationary satellites will lead Australias space quest. For more information, please visit: www.newsat.com NewSat media kit: www.newsat.com/mediakit ABOUT CITY OF SALISBURY The City of Salisbury is South Australias industrial and economic hub and fastest -growing region. Coupled with its strong sense of community, Salisbury is already a major centre for defence, automotive and electronics industries. The city has been recognised in a major international survey as one of the most competitive regions in the world to do business. The City of Salisbury is dedicated towards being a responsible decision-maker in the interest of its community, and to provide and coordinate various public services and facilities. Council is committed to the development of its community and resources in a socially just, ecologically and environmentally sustainable manner. Council is also focused on supporting local manufacturing jobs. The City of Salisbury makes good business sense. www.makesgoodbusinesssense.com.au/ For further information: Rod North, Managing Director, Bourse Communications Pty Ltd T: (03) 9510 8309 M: 0408 670 706 E: rod@boursecommunications.com.au Lorraine Williams , Senior Communications Officer, City of Salisbury P: (08) 8406 8242 M: 0401 984 763 E: lwilliams@salisbury.sa.gov.au