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UNIVERSAL SPACE NETWORK NAMED TO DELOITTE TECHNOLOGY FAST 500 LIST FOR THIRD YEAR IN A ROW

NEWPORT BEACH, CA (Oct. 19, 2005) - Officials from Universal Space Network, Inc. (USN), a leading global commercial provider of space operations services, announced today that for the third consecutive year, the company has been officially recognized and included in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list as one of the fastest growing technology firms in North America (www.fast500.com). The Deloitte Technology Fast 500 rankings are based on percentage revenue growth over five years, from 2000-2004. Overall, companies that appeared on the 2005 Technology Fast 500 list had growth rates ranging from 240 to 73,752 percent over five years, with an average growth rate of 2,408 percent.

According to Tony Kern, deputy national managing principal of Deloitte's Technology, Media & Telecommunications industry practice, "Making the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 is commendable in today's highly competitive technology industry."

Tom Ingersoll, USN CEO, credits the company's extensive network and its operational flexibility as major factors in its growth. Regarding USN's Deloitte 500 ranking, Ingersoll said, "We are very proud to be included in Deloitte's 500 list again." Adding, "I think it's one small indication of our success and belief that, as a company, USN has been a pioneer in the space industry and we understand that every project is unique and must be approached creatively."

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.

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