RuggON Launches First Iridium Connected Tablet
MCLEAN, VA., June 13, 2024 - Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM) partner RuggON, a subdivision of Ubiqconn Technology - which is dedicated to delivering the world’s most durable computing solutions - recently launched the RuggON PX501 Iridium Connected™...
The Best Satellite Messengers For Your Adventures
With summer approaching, your pals at Iridium have created this handy, carefully-curated list of the best personal satellite messengers. Whether you’re climbing, biking, distance running, kayaking, backcountry camping, or just chillaxin’ in the deep woods, this...
Companion”ship”: Why L-Band Is Critical For Hybrid Communications In Maritime
The maritime industry relies heavily upon a vessel’s ability to communicate while at sea. Whether it’s to report its position, conduct maritime operations, arrange for shore services, or even raise distress alerts, mariners need bespoke and reliable communications...
Keeping UK Antarctic Heritage Trust Safe At Port Lockroy
Recently, Iridium supported the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, an organization dedicated to preserving historic sites and monuments throughout the Antarctic Peninsula. In this post, guest blogger Lisa Ford, General Assistant at Port Lockroy, explains how the Iridium GO!...
Iridium Expands SDA Operations, Hires VP & General Manager John McNiff
MCLEAN, VA., March 18, 2024 - Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM) today announced that John McNiff has joined Iridium as Vice President and General Manager overseeing Iridium’s Space Development Agency (SDA) support, effective February 5, 2024. In this new...
“Choo-Choo” On This: Rail Systems & Satellite Networks
Satellite networks can play a critical role in keeping the world’s rail transport and delivery system safe and successful. Rail systems are key to the global economy and can contribute significantly to a country’s gross domestic product (GDP). For example, in the...