66+
Low-Earth-Orbit satellites with automatic handover for uninterrupted connectivity.
9 minutes for a satellite to cross the horizon
704 kbps
Up to Mbps maximum data rate.
Optimized voice and data for critical operations.
99%
Network availability
100%
Truly global coverage, including the poles
Iridium is the only satellite operator covering 100% of the planet with no exceptions. Its constellation of 66 cross-linked, moving satellites provides a constant automatic relay — even where Starlink and geostationary satellites cannot operate, particularly in the extreme polar regions.
| Key Benefits | Direct impact on your operations |
|---|---|
| Global coverage | Stay connected even in polar regions or the most isolated areas |
| Reliability in extreme environments | Optimal responsiveness for your real-time applications (monitoring, remote maintenance, cloud) |
| Diversity of solutions | From rugged mobile phones to high-speed terminals up to 704 Kbit/s |
| Services tailored to each use | Voice communication, data transmission, IoT and specialized services |
| Competitive pricing | Flexible pricing structure with prepaid options or monthly subscriptions |
| Compliance with standards | Solutions that comply with international requirements (GMDSS, LRIT, SSAS) essential for the safety of your maritime operations |
| Easy integration | Solutions compatible with your existing smartphones and systems |
Reliable communications on the high seas, including in polar regions.
Reliable communications in isolated areas or in extreme conditions.
Our solutions
Business Impact:
Stay connected with your teams and make every location a connected office, even in polar regions inaccessible to other operators.
66 satellites in low Earth orbit (780 km) that automatically relay communication for uninterrupted connection and reduced latency.
Designed from the ground up to operate in the most hostile environments, Iridium® guarantees a connection even in adverse weather conditions where other satellite technologies may be affected.
The new Iridium® NEXT constellation offers significantly improved speeds (up to 704 Kbit/s, while maintaining compatibility with existing terminals).
Partnerships with leading manufacturers (Thales, Lars Thrane) for robust terminals, integrable into your existing infrastructure.
“Our scientific expeditions regularly take us beyond the Arctic Circle, where most satellite communications are inoperative. With Iridium®, we have been able to maintain continuous contact with our base and transmit critical data, even at 88° north latitude. It is simply the only viable solution for our polar operations.”
Expedition Leader, Polar Research Institute
An Iridium project?
Whether you operate in the most remote regions of the globe or require a truly universal backup solution, our experts are available to configure the Iridium® solution tailored to your specific needs.
Discover Iridium satellite phones and PTT systems, a reliable and secure global communication solution designed to keep you connected in the most remote areas, even without a terrestrial network.
Iridium Certus® terrestrial terminals offer stable and continuous high-speed satellite connectivity, ideal for critical operations, isolated missions, and enterprise communications in the field.
Benefit from uninterrupted maritime satellite communication with Iridium GMDSS terminals, compliant with international safety standards and designed for ships and offshore platforms.
The Iridium GO! and GO! Exec solutions offer a simple and fast portable satellite Wi-Fi connection, perfect for mobile professionals and travelers requiring reliable access anywhere in the world.
Integrate Iridium IoT technology to connect, track, and monitor your assets remotely. A robust and secure satellite-based M2M connectivity solution for your industrial and logistics applications.
Optimize the use of your Iridium handsets with satellite docking stations, guaranteeing connection stability and increased practicality in fixed or onboard environments.
Applications
In the Box
Services
Satellite calls, SMS, GPS tracking, SOS alerts, PABX telephone connection.
Applications
In the Box
Services
Iridium voice, SMS, SBD (via Iridium 9555), external GPS, PBX integration.
Applications
In the Box
Services
Iridium voice calls, SMS, SBD (Short Burst Data), circuit-switched data, GPS tracking, and SOS alerts.
Applications
In the Box
Services
Satellite calls, SMS, SBD, GPS tracking, emergency alerts (SOS), fixed-line telephone integration via RJ11.
Applications
In the Box
Services
Satellite calls, SMS, SOS alerts, GPS tracking, PBX integration, fixed communication via Iridium.
Applications
In the Box
Services
High-speed Internet, satellite voice, email/reporting, VPN, IoT, crew communications, telemedicine, global connection via Iridium Certus.
Full
global coverage
including the extreme latitudes where other constellations stop.
more than 66 satellites in low Earth orbit
ensuring uninterrupted coverage
Constellation
fully deployed
and operational with integrated automatic relay
