Iridium Communications

Iridium voice services are provided via various handsets and installed communications systems on ships, aircraft and land-based vehicles.

Everywhere under one sky

In a world where global communications are increasingly critical, only one company connects everyone to the things that matter most, from pole to pole.

Iridium Communications Inc. is the only satellite communications company that offers truly global voice and data communications coverage. A technology innovator and market leader, Iridium, in collaboration with its vast partner network, is advancing the way global enterprises conduct daily mission-critical activities through reliable, low-latency communications services.

Iridium’s 66 low-Earth orbiting (LEO) cross-linked satellites – the world’s largest commercial constellation – operate as a fully meshed network.

Reaching across land, sea, and air, including the polar regions, Iridium® solutions are ideally suited for industries such as maritime, aviation, government/military, emergency/humanitarian services, mining, forestry, oil and gas, heavy equipment, transportation and utilities.

Connecting People, Businesses and Organizations

Iridium voice services are provided via various handsets and installed communications systems on ships, aircraft and land-based vehicles. Iridium’s short burst data (SBD) transceiver, incorporated into an increasing number of applications, provides data connections to every corner of the earth, transferring location information, weather reports, email, or any other data requiring a reliable, global, two-way connection.