Iridium World Communications operates a global satellite communications network that delivers voice, data and machine-to-machine (M2M) connectivity to customers in remote and underserved regions. Utilizing a constellation of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, the company provides seamless coverage across the entire planet, including polar areas, open oceans and other hard-to-reach locations. Its network infrastructure supports real-time voice calling, duplex data services and short-burst messaging for both stationary and mobile platforms.
The company’s product portfolio includes Iridium satellite handsets, transceivers and routers, as well as the Iridium Certus broadband service, which offers scalable speeds for enterprise, maritime and aviation applications. In addition to consumer satellite phones and accessories, Iridium supplies IoT devices for asset tracking, environmental monitoring and industrial telemetry. Government and military customers rely on Iridium’s secure communication solutions for critical missions, while commercial users in sectors such as energy, logistics and media benefit from reliable global connectivity.
Founded in its current form following the acquisition and restructuring of the original Iridium network in 2001, the company has since invested in next-generation infrastructure, launching its upgraded Iridium NEXT constellation between 2017 and 2019. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Iridium World Communications is led by President and CEO Matthew Desch. Under his leadership, the firm continues to expand service offerings and foster strategic partnerships to support a growing ecosystem of satellite-enabled applications worldwide.
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