Iridium Case Studies

Transatlantic Rowers Communicate, Educate with Iridium GO! exec

A pair of rowers needed a device for voice calls, chat messaging, and Wi-Fi while crossing the Atlantic Ocean.

Jan De Nul Officer Dubs GMDSS “Major Step Forward” for Maritime Safety

The crew of the M/V Simon Stevin required a quick, effective, and simple communication method for emergencies.

Enabling Cost-Effective, Sustainable Ocean Research

Traditional seafloor-mapping methods have become obsolete and incapable of keeping up with the demands of the global ocean economy.

Keeping An Arctic Expedition Connected

Finding network connectivity in earth’s polar regions can be difficult. With most communication providers unable to deliver full coverage to these remote areas, adventurers such as world-renowned mariner Jeff Allen are looking for ways to stay connected on explorations beyond cellular range.

Predicting Floods in Coastal South Africa

The terrain and tropical weather of South Africa’s eThekwini Municipality (including City of Durban) contribute to frequent, devastating flooding. The local government needs an early flood warning system to prevent loss of life and costly infrastructure damage.

Iridium® Enables Vietnamese Fishing Fleets to Stay Connected with Viettel Vessel Management Systems

Vietnamese fishing fleets chartering in remote oceanic locations must export real-time fishing catch reports and other vessel information to Fishery Monitoring Centers (FMCs) for marine life conservation efforts. Additionally, extreme off-grid navigation causes disruption in communication between the vessels and first responders, leaving fleets unable to activate SOS distress signals in emergency situations.