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USN Hires Kenneth D. Riley to Oversee Department of Defense Programs

New Executive Brings More than 30 Years of Experience Managing Air Force and NASA Ground Space Networks

NEWPORT BEACH, CA (Oct. 18, 2005) - Officials from Universal Space Network, Inc. (USN), a leading global commercial provider of space operations services, announced today that it has named Kenneth D. Riley as Vice President and General Manager of Department of Defense (DoD) Programs. He will be responsible for business development efforts and leading all USN contracts supporting the DoD. Riley, who prior to his USN appointment held the position of Director of Lifecycle Solutions for Lockheed Martin Technical Operations, also served as a career officer in the United States Air Force. During his 26-years of active duty service, he commanded various military space operations around the United States.

"USN is a pioneer in changing how space systems are supported. The company offers a level of synergy, expertise, quality, and cost effectiveness to space operations services that is totally new." Riley said. "I am looking forward to working with our USN executive team to bring USN's capabilities to Department of Defense programs."

In his previous private sector position, Riley spent nine years at Lockheed Martin providing satellite operations support for the Air Force Satellite Control Network and NASA's Deep Space Network. While serving as an officer in the United States Air Force, he commanded various space operations units at Onizuka AFB in Sunnyvale, California and Offutt AFB in Omaha, Nebraska.

Tom Ingersoll, USN CEO said, "We are thrilled that Ken has agreed to join our executive ranks. He brings a tremendous amount of experience and a unique depth of expertise in both defense and aerospace issues and concerns." Ingersoll added, "We have no doubts that he will help us expand the depth and quality of our business with the Department of Defense."

About Universal Space Network

Universal Space Network, Inc. (USN) is a leader in space operations for telemetry, tracking and control (TT&C) services. Offering responsive, reliable and cost-effective solutions to the global government and commercial space community, USN provides unparalleled coverage through a seamless network of worldwide satellite tracking and communications assets. These assets include both those owned by USN and those of our collaborative partners. The company has offices in Newport Beach, Calif., and Horsham, Pa. For more information, please visit www.uspacenetwork.com or www.prioranet.com.