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! exec® played an instrumental role in their conservation efforts. Life at Port Lockroy in Antarctica is busy and full of all sorts… Source ..read more

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 role, John is providing leadership and strategy for Iridium’s Space Development Agency (SDA)-related business, as it establishes the… Source ..read more

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 United States, an average of 1.6 billion tons (or 1.45 billion metric tons) of cargo is freighted on railroads every year—according to… Source ..read more

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 Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) was created as a safety mechanism for these threats, serving as a communications lifeline for vessels… Source ..read more

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 recognize the work that still needs to be done to achieve gender equality. International Women’s Day traces its roots back to 1908 in… Source ..read more

By Quincy Winston, Iridium Diversity & Inclusion Council member and Customer Care Support Specialist As February unfolds, so does the celebration of Black History Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and honoring the rich tapestry of African American contributions that have shaped the United States and the world. This annual observance is a poignant reminder of the pivotal role African… Source ..read more

Iridium® CloudConnect, the groundbreaking satellite cloud-based IoT solution, formally passed the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Foundational Technical Review, becoming a validated AWS solution. In addition to this validation, Iridium has joined the exclusive AWS Partner Network to provide innovative solutions, solve technical challenges, and deliver greater customer value. Source ..read more

MCLEAN, VA., January 16, 2024 – Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM) is proud to announce its support of Omar Di Felice and the Antarctica Unlimited Project, the longest solo riding attempt by bicycle on the continent. The Italian ultra cyclist, well known for his difficult solo-biking treks in some of the world’s most remote locations, has travelled to Antarctica to cycle across the… Source ..read more

Last month, four Iridium® team members tested their limits against 62 other teams in the Rebelle Rally. Spanning more than 2,000 kilometers across the Nevada and California desert, it’s the first women’s off-road navigation rally in the United States. Iridium is proud to stand as the Rebelle Rally’s official communications and safety partner, ensuring teams have access to emergency communications... Source ..read more

To celebrate Iridium’s 25th anniversary, we’re reflecting on the eras that made the company what it is today. From its iconic inception to infamous bankruptcy to its rise from the ashes, learn more about the world’s first and only truly global satellite network. In September 2006, Iridium was about to enter its transformation era. Matt Desch had just been named CEO and was presented quite the... Source ..read more