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...
Enhancing Maritime Safety & Security with Iridium GMDSS
Working in the maritime industry is not for the faint of heart. Commercial shipping and fishing vessel crews are vulnerable to natural elements, the isolation of the open seas, and—in some regions—the possibility of piracy incidents. The Iridium® Global Maritime...
Celebrating Women’s History Month 2024
By Michelle Houchins, Iridium Diversity & Inclusion Council member and Engineer Every March, we celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day. These celebrations are an opportunity to not only honor the extraordinary achievements of women, but to...