"We implemented BDStar 's 3C2S (3C:Computer, Communication and
Control; 2S:GPS and GIS) system three months ago and have already
seen direct benefits to our business," said LingSen Xue, TCT's
General Manager.
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Forward -looking statements involve
significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions. These forward-looking statements are made
as of the date of this news release, and NovAtel assumes no
obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or
circumstances., The handheld GPS navigation
solution recreational enthusiasts have been waiting for is now available
throughout North America.99.

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These receivers are key in the
efficient management and operation of automated container placement. Utilizing
patented Pulse Aperture Correlator (PAC) positioning technology,
NovAtel's ProPak receivers are used to locate containers and place
them into planned positions before the next scheduled departure .S.

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Business Editors/Technology Editors

CALGARY, Alberta----NovAtel Inc. The Company is focused on
supplying core high-precision positioning technology to OEMs and
system integrators who build systems for various end market
applications.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050407/LATH090)
The Magellan eXplorist 500 provides a full-color, backlit,
high-resolution, 2.3" diagonal display for clear day and night visibility of
its built-in background map containing highways, parks , waterways and
airports.com.

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The Magellan(R) eXplorist(TM) 500 is the most
affordable and compact color handheld GPS and is the first handheld GPS with
PC-like file management, rechargeable lithium -ion batteries, unlimited memory
card expansion and exclusive geocaching software.

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(NASDAQ:NGPS ), a precise positioning technology company, announced
today that its dealer, Beijing BDStar Navigation Co.

Now Available in North America the Magellan eXplorist 500: Most Affordable Feature-Rich Color Handheld GPS Receiver

The exclusive PC-style file management feature allows users to
create multiple files, folders and directories to store and maneuver through
information in a PC-like structure , while the built-in Secure Digital (SD)
memory card reader/writer allows an expandable memory for unlimited storage of
waypoints, routes and track logs when using an optional SD card.
Another first is the included, one-of-a-kind Magellan geocaching manager
software.

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For more
information, visit http://www.

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We
believe our success rates in these ports will continue to expand our
opportunities with other Port Authorities in China," said Graham
Purves, NovAtel 's VP Sales.

Under the TCT contract, NovAtel supplied ProPak-G2 dual frequency
GPS receivers integrated with BDStar's custom Geographic Information
System (GIS) database software."

NovAtel 's ProPak-G2 with PAC technology significantly reduces the
effects of multipath - the last significant remaining error factor in
precise positioning. Instead, the software loads
data directly from the Internet to the Magellan eXplorist. Key innovations include the first U.

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"This new contract , along with an additional contract to install
receivers on port-specific heavy machinery, such as Rubber Tire
Gantries (RTG's) manufactured in China, builds on the number of
customers worldwide using NovAtel for this demanding application. We have integrated BDStar's customized software services
with NovAtel's accurate and reliable GPS technology to create a
strong product offering for this market.

About NovAtel Inc. The Magellan
eXplorist 500 operates on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries or an optional
AAA-battery-backup clip.6 x 2.

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BDStar is also in initial deployment
for a number of other port authorities in China, including ShenZhen
and Hong Kong. NovAtel's solutions combine hardware, such as
receivers and antennas, with software to enable its customers to
fully integrate the Company's high-precision GPS technology into
their respective products and systems .
Optional Magellan eXplorist accessories include carrying cases, batteries,
power adaptors, various mounting options and MapSend(R) software, including
Magellan MapSend BlueNav, MapSend DirectRoute , MapSend Topo 3D USA, MapSend
Lakes USA, MapSend Topo Canada plus other international titles.

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Add this to our increased
efforts and resources directed towards the development of business in
this application sector, and we believe we are poised to become a
market leader," said Ruxin Zhou, BDStar's President.novatel. A color GPS like no other,
the Magellan eXplorist 500 is ideal for land and water navigation from biking,
hiking and camping to hunting, fishing, and climbing , delivering breakthrough
functionality and performance -- all for US $399. For more information , visit
http://www.com/navigation.

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, Beijing,
China, completed deployment of NovAtel GPS-based systems for the
Tianjin port Container Terminals (TCT), as per the terms of a contract
awarded to BDStar in July 2004. NovAtel executives were on hand to
present the Company's leading edge technology at the commissioning
ceremony for TCT held last month.
GPS allows for the automation of the pick -up, transfer and placement
process by tracking containers from port entry to exit.

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Certain statements in this news release, including those about
the Company's future partnership with BDStar , are forward-looking
statements.

(C) 2005 Thales SA.

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It markets its Magellan brand
GPS solutions in the consumer electronics, recreation, and automotive markets,
and its GPS and GNSS professional products in the survey, GIS/Mapping, and OEM
markets.

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"Port LBS (Location Based Service) business is a strategic focus
for BDStar.
Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievements
to differ materially from the results discussed or implied in the
forward-looking statements, including certification and market
acceptance of NovAtel's new products, impact and timing of large
orders, pricing pressures in the market and other competitive
factors, maintaining technological leadership, and other factors
described in our Form 20-F and other SEC filings, many of which are
beyond the control of NovAtel.

About Thales' navigation business
Thales' navigation business unit develops and manufactures world leading
positioning, navigation and guidance equipment .

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Compact, rugged and waterproof, the 14-parallel-channel,
WAAS/EGNOS-enabled GPS receiver delivers three-meter accuracy, weighs less
than four ounces and measures 4.

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Ltd. These factors should be considered
carefully and undue reliance should not be placed on the
forward-looking statements .
(Photo: http://www.3 for fit-in-you-pocket
convenience. Magellan, eXplorist, MapSend
and TrueFix are trademarks of Thales.

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With
millions of container shipments being placed in port terminals
annually, GPS technology can greatly reduce the number of lost or
misdirected containers, improving safety of life conditions and
reducing operating costs .

NovAtel designs, markets and sells high-precision GPS and other
positioning components and sub-systems used in a wide variety of
commercial applications principally in the aviation, geomatics
(surveying and mapping), mining, precision agriculture, marine and
defence industries. Expandable Memory, PC-Style File Management, Rechargeable Batteries,
Geocaching Features and More

SANTA CLARA, Calif. With optional
Magellan software, customers can also add street maps, topographical maps,
marine charts and more. Thales' navigation
business unit is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA and has worldwide
operations.

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These forward-looking statements are not based on
historical facts but rather on management's current expectations
regarding NovAtel 's future business prospects and opportunities. Preceded by the introduction of the Magellan eXplorist 100, 200
and 300 in 2004, the Magellan eXplorist 500 will soon be followed by the
introduction of Magellan eXplorist 400 and 600 to round out the series. commercial hand-held GPS
receiver for positioning and navigation, and the first handheld GPS with
industry standard Secure Digital Memory Card capabilities.

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Multiple models are available to meet a variety
of positioning requirements, including single and dual frequency, and
optional support for Satellite Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS)
corrections from WAAS and EGNOS systems.
The Magellan eXplorist 500 is also the first GPS receiver to calculate an
area and a perimeter, and provides vertical profiles for trails and more. All rights reserved .

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NovAtel Inc. GPS Receivers Deployed in China Port Container Terminals

For more information, visit www. The unique interface allows users to load and access
multiple programs on a single SD card , another first-time feature among
handheld GPS receivers.1 x 1.

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Emergency services
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This category is for companies which provide Location Based Services for example :
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"We have documented a 4-8% decrease in costs and a
5-10% increase in efficiency. This solution simplifies the fast-growing GPS activity of
geocaching by eliminating the need to print information from a website or
manually enter GPS coordinates into a receiver.