McMurdo EPIRBS (Emergency Positioning Indicating Radio Beacons), PLBs ( Personal Locator Beacons) and SARTs (Search and Rescue Transponders) are the choice of professional mariners worldwide.

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PRESS RELEASE
May 3, 2012

McMurdo Launches New
Fast Find 220 Personal Locator Beacon
Next generation of the Fast Find range

McMurdo, a business of the Orolia Group (NYSE Alternext Paris – FR0010501015 – ALORO) has extended its range of leading emergency distress beacons with the launch of the new Fast Find 220 PLB (Personal Locator Beacon).

The ground breaking Fast Find 220 satellite PLB is a stylish and versatile 406 MHz GPS emergency beacon with GPS as standard, enabling a typical positional accuracy of +/- 62m. The 220 also benefits from new contemporary styling, including retro reflective detailing for improved visibility in low light, a six year battery storage life and float pouch included as standard making it a must-have safety device for anyone who spends time on the water for work or leisure purposes.

Commenting on the launch of McMurdo’s new PLB, Global Sales Director of Orolia Ltd Ross Wilkinson said, “Our Fast Find range of PLBs are widely recognized as essential safety items by mariners all around the world from fishermen and merchant seamen to transatlantic rowers and solo round-the-world sailors and have been instrumental in a vast number of documented rescues world-wide. In 2010* alone, 2,338 people were rescued globally using information provided by the COSPAS SARSAT system."

“We are excited to launch the new Fast Find 220, representing the next generation of our PLB range, with styling and usability enhancements as well as GPS as standard to offer even further peace of mind to all safety conscious sailors,” Wilkinson added.

The Fast Find 220 is a powerful distress beacon, which provides a direct method of alerting the search and rescue authorities where no other forms of communication are available, using the 406 MHz search and rescue satellite communication system, COSPAS SARSAT*. As well as sending out a distress signal by satellite also transmits a 121.5MHz homing signal. Waterproof to 10 meters and able to operate in temperatures as low as -4°,once activated, using a simple three-stage activation, the 220 will transmit continuously for a minimum of 24 hours at a powerful 5 watt output. The beacon is also small in size weighing just 5.4oz and measuring 1.34” x 1.85” x 4.17”, and features a LED flash light to assist with rescues at night or during limited visibility.

The Fast Find 220 PLB has no subscription charges and is available from $299 with a flotation pouch (plus lanyard and universal carry pouch) included. For more information, visit www.fastfindplb.com.
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Notes to editors:
* The COSPAS SARSAT system is a global government-controlled system which defines a common standard for search and rescue by satellites. For further details visit www.cospas-sarsat.org. 2010 figures are the last full year of figures currently announced.

For company information contact: Ross Wilkinson, +44 23 9262 3900 or email ross.wilkinson@orolia.com.

Press contact: David Pilvelait, 1+804.436.9002 or email david@homeportmarine.com. Download high resolution product images at: www.homeportmarine.com/news/mcmurdo/mcmurdoimages.html.

New product news release prepared by Home Port Marine Marketing.  www.homeportmarine.com.

About McMurdo
McMurdo is a world leading producer of Emergency Positioning Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs), Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs), Search and Rescue Transponders (SARTs), NAVTEX and VHF Radios for the maritime and leisure markets, including shipping, yachting and outdoor adventure pursuits. The high quality product range is manufactured in the UK utilising the very latest technology available, and in partnership with the world’s safety regulatory organizations.

About Orolia SA
Orolia is a high-technology group specialized in precise Positioning, Navigation and Timing. Orolia provides high-precision electronics equipments that generate, distribute, measure and process the High-precision Time & Frequency signals that Critical Operations use to detect, trace, control, analyze or synchronize time and location-critical events. High-precision timing, positioning and synchronization solutions are vital for critical applications in growing markets such as Defense, Public Safety, and Telecom & Broadcasting in land, maritime, air or space environments. Since 2006, the Orolia group has been able to establish itself as one of the leaders in PNT solutions at a global level through its strong brands: Spectracom, SpectraTime, T4Science, McMurdo, Kannad Aviation, Kannad Marine integrated into two Customer-Focused Divisions : “Positioning” and “Timing, Test & Measurement”. Orolia’s headquarters are located in Les Ulis, (France). The company also has main offices in Neuchâtel (Switzerland), Rochester (New York), Basingstoke (UK), Portsmouth (UK) and Guidel (France). Orolia has both OSEO “Innovative Company” & "OSEO Excellence" Labels and wins the Bold Creativity Prize (2010) and the Deloitte 1st Prize in aeronautical sector at the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 annual award (2011). http://www.orolia.com.

McMurdo Ltd. - Silver Point, Airport Service Rd, Portsmouth - PO3 5PB United Kingdom

www.mcmurdo.co.uk
email: sales@mcmurdo.co.uk

PRESS RELEASE
April 26, 2012

McMurdo’s Smartfind S10 Personal AIS Beacon
Receives FCC Approval For Sale

McMurdo, a business of the Orolia Group (NYSE Alternext Paris – FR0010501015 – ALORO) announces that it has received type approval for its innovative Smartfind S10 Automatic Identification System (AIS) Beacon, making it available for sale throughout the US. The type approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) means the S10 is now issued with a Grant of Authorization certificate, approving it for use in the United States.

Commenting on the approval, Global Sales Director of Orolia Ltd Ross Wilkinson said, “The Smartfind S10 offers a major advance in MOB (Man Over Board) systems, recognizing that the key to a successful recovery is the speed in which the mother vessel can be made aware of the casualty in the water. It is already making a real difference to the personal safety of mariners around the world and with this FCC certification we are delighted that consumers in the United States will now also be able to benefit from this pioneering must-have personal safety beacon.”

Waterproof to 60 meters, the Smartfind S10 is designed to be carried by divers, boat crews, or anyone who spends time on the water for work or leisure purposes. When manually activated, the Smartfind S10 transmits both AIS and GPS data to the vessel the individual has come from, and to other AIS equipped vessels within a typical four mile radius to give precise location information to aid the recovery of persons in difficulty at sea. Bearing and distance information is accurately transmitted and displayed on the AIS receiver or plotter, giving potential rescuers all the information they require to carry out swift retrieval of an individual.

The Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon has been designed, tested and manufactured by UK-based McMurdo, using the company’s longstanding expertise in emergency location beacons. The S10 is available through McMurdo’s network of international distributors and via Survitec Survival Products Inc as the exclusive distributor in the US.

For company information contact: Ross Wilkinson, +44 23 9262 3900 or email ross.wilkinson@mcmurdo.orolia.com.

Press contact: David Pilvelait, 1+804.436.9002 or email david@homeportmarine.com. Download high resolution product image at: www.homeportmarine.com/news/mcmurdo/mcmurdoimages.html.
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Product news release prepared by Home Port Marine Marketing. www.homeportmarine.com.

About McMurdo
McMurdo is a world leading producer of Emergency Positioning Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs), Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs), Search and Rescue Transponders (SARTs), NAVTEX and VHF Radios for the maritime and leisure markets, including shipping, yachting, and outdoor adventure pursuits. The high quality product range is manufactured in the UK utilising the very latest technology available, and in partnership with the world’s safety regulatory organisations.

About Orolia SA
Orolia is a high-technology group specialized in precise Positioning, Navigation and Timing. Orolia provides high-precision electronics equipments that generate, distribute, measure and process the High-precision Time & Frequency signals that Critical Operations use to detect, trace, control, analyze or synchronize time and location-critical events. High-precision timing, positioning and synchronization solutions are vital for critical applications in growing markets such as Defense, Public Safety, and Telecom & Broadcasting in land, maritime, air or space environments. Since 2006, the Orolia group has been able to establish itself as one of the leaders in PNT solutions at a global level through its strong brands: Spectracom, SpectraTime, T4Science, McMurdo, Kannad Aviation, Kannad Marine integrated into two Customer-Focused Divisions : “Positioning” and “Timing, Test & Measurement”. Orolia’s headquarters are located in Les Ulis, (France). The company also has main offices in Neuchâtel (Switzerland), Rochester (New York), Basingstoke (UK), Portsmouth (UK) and Guidel (France). (France). Orolia has both OSEO “Innovative Company” & "OSEO Excellence" Labels and wins the Bold Creativity Prize (2010) and the Deloitte 1st Prize in aeronautical sector at the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 annual award (2011). http://www.orolia.com.

McMurdo Ltd. - Silver Point, Airport Service Rd, Portsmouth - PO3 5PB United Kingdom

PRESS RELEASE
February 7, 2012

New McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon
at 2012 Miami International Boat Show
See at booth O 65, Miami Beach Convention Center, February 16-20

Les Ulis 07 02 12 – Orolia (NYSE Alternext Paris – FR0010501015 – ALORO)
announces today via its subsidiary MCMURDO:

Leading brand of emergency location beacons McMurdo will be exhibiting the Smartfind S10 Automatic Identification System (AIS) Beacon at the 2012 Miami International Boat Show, February 16-20 at the Miami Beach Convention Center (booth O 65).

When manually activated, the Smartfind S10 uses AIS and GPS technology to give precise location information to aid the recovery of people in difficulty at sea.

Waterproof to 60 meters, buoyant and compact, this unique device can make all the difference in a localized search situation. The chances of being rescued are greatly increased thanks to its ability to transmit both AIS and GPS data to the vessel the individual has come from and to other AIS equipped vessels within a four mile radius.

The Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon features a built-in GPS receiver and transmits target survivor information, including structured alert messages, GPS position information and a unique identity number. Bearing and distance information is accurately transmitted and displayed on the AIS receiver or plotter screen, giving potential rescuers all the information they require to carry out swift retrieval of an individual.

The Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon will transmit continuously for a minimum of 24 hours, regularly update position information, and has a five year battery storage life. The beacon also features a flashing LED light to assist with visual fixing and night-time location. With a simple two-stage manual activation, the beacon is easy to activate even when wearing gloves.

For more information about the Smartfind S10 AIS and other McMurdo products, visit booth O 65 at the 2012 Miami International Boat Show or www.mcmurdo.co.uk.

As Type Approval is underway, the following statement is required by law: This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not and may not be offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased until authorization is obtained.

For company information contact: Ross Wilkinson, +44(0)23 9262 3900 or email ross.wilkinson@mcmurdo.orolia.com.

Press contact: David Pilvelait, 1+804.436.9002 or email david@homeportmarine.com. Download high resolution product image at: www.homeportmarine.com/news/mcmurdo/mcmurdoimages.html.
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Miami 2012 product information release prepared by Home Port Marine Marketing. www.homeportmarine.com.

About McMurdo Ltd.
McMurdo Ltd is a world leading producer of Emergency Positioning Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs), Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs), Search and Rescue Transponders (SARTs), NAVTEX and VHF Radios for the maritime and leisure markets, including shipping, yachting and outdoor adventure pursuits. The high quality product range is manufactured in the UK utilising the very latest technology available, and in partnership with the world’s safety regulatory organizations.

About Orolia SA
Orolia is a high-technology group specialized in precise Positioning, Navigation and Timing. Orolia provides high-precision electronics equipments that generate, distribute, measure and process the High-precision Time & Frequency signals that Critical Operations use to detect, trace, control, analyze or synchronize time and location-critical events. High-precision timing, positioning and synchronization solutions are vital for critical applications in growing markets such as Defense, Public Safety, and Telecom & Broadcasting in land, maritime, air or space environments. Since 2006, the Orolia group has been able to establish itself as one of the leaders in PNT solutions at a global level through five companies: Spectracom, SpectraTime, T4Science, McMurdo and Kannad integrated into three Customer-Focused Divisions: Positioning, Navigation and Timing. Orolia’s headquarters are located in Les Ulis, (France). The company also has main offices in Neuchâtel (Switzerland), Rochester (New York), Basingstoke (UK), Portsmouth (UK) and Guidel (France). (France). Orolia has both OSEO “Innovative Company” & "OSEO Excellence" Labels and wins the Bold Creativity Prize (2010) and the Deloitte 1st Prize in aeronautical sector at the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 annual award (2011). http://www.orolia.com.

McMurdo Ltd. - Silver Point, Airport Service Rd, Portsmouth - PO3 5PB United Kingdom