ORBCOMM has announced the availability of the ORBCOMM GT 1100, a self-powered M2M asset tracking and monitoring device targeted for a variety of global markets including transportation and logistics, heavy equipment and oil and gas.

ORBCOMM's ruggedized, easy-to-install device is designed to fit seamlessly in between the indented spacing on intermodal containers. Its low, one-inch height profile and small form factor are also ideal for tracking and monitoring trailers and other types of cargo assets.

The GT 1100 is sensor-compatible and self-powered with solar recharging technology for low power consumption, which works well for tracking and monitoring other remote unpowered assets such as construction and mining equipment.

The ORBCOMM GT 1100 can support three modes of communication - cellular, satellite and dual-mode, which blends cellular and satellite capability. This device will be offered initially with cellular communications capability.

Customer samples of this device are available now for trial, and the device will be commercially available in the third quarter of 2013. This fall, the satellite and dual-mode versions of the GT 1100 will be commercially available in conjunction with ORBCOMM's OG2 next generation constellation launch.

"Based on the strong demand in both domestic and global markets for a flexible, cost-effective and reliable M2M solution, we see a tremendous opportunity for ORBCOMM to leverage its 14 years of industry expertise," said Marc Eisenberg, ORBCOMM's Chief Executive Officer.

"While most solutions limit asset visibility to one or two views per day, this innovative solution gives you many daily reports. We are excited to bring ORBCOMM's high-performance GT 1100 to market." The GT 1100 also includes a robust software application, CargoWatch, for comprehensive device management. T

his web-based application delivers near-real-time, essential alerts on asset status, location, history, and arrival/departure, providing complete visibility for fleet and operations managers.

ORBCOMM will unveil the GT 1100 at the CTIA 2013 conference at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV from May 21-23 at Booth 5335 in the M2M Zone. This device was recently selected as a finalist in the M2M, Sensors, RFID and NFC category of CTIA's Emerging Technology (E-Tech Award) competition.