So you’ve decided it’s time to purchase a satellite phone. Whether you’re purchasing a satellite device for a global or off-the-grid adventure, or you’re planning ahead for an emergency, buying your first satellite phone or device can present...
Project Spotlight: Iridium® and Global Marine Networks (GMN) collaborate to provide the eXXpedition North Pacific with reliable satellite connectivity. On June 25th, a vessel named the Sea Dragon, began the first leg of a challenging 3,000 nautical mile voyage...
Satellite phones and communications have been around for over two decades, but still today, many people don’t really understand them. There are many misconceptions out there – that they are only for the very wealthy, the government, or international adventurers. But...
Today, the polar regions are still considered uncharted territory by most people. But, for the adventure traveler community, this region is considered the next frontier and their next conquest. One man in particular has taken his knack for innovation, thirst for...
It is difficult to predict when a disaster or crisis will occur, but you can always prepare for one ahead of time. Recognizing the need to support public safety and the rescue efforts of first responders and NGOs, Iridium recently launched a special Disaster...
Graham Zimmerman is a professional alpine climber who recently traveled to Pakistan with the ambitious goal to conquer the Karakoram mountain range. He shared his story with us:...
