Extending the internet of things globally

Modern-day businesses and organizations rely on IoT to enable millions of intelligent data conversations, helping them track, monitor and manage assets; ensure the safety of their workers, and improve remote operations.

Satellite IoT extends the reach of IoT technology to the entire planet. It gives organizations the ability to reliably monitor, track and manage assets outside of cellular coverage.

With the only commercial satellite constellation offering truly global coverage and a portfolio of dedicated IoT devices, Iridium is a recognized leader in satellite IoT. The Iridium^® network is ideal for satellite IoT services due to its network architecture of 66 cross-linked, low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, blanketing the earth with reliable, ubiquitous coverage.

Satellite IoT in Action

Examples of satellite IoT usage can be found across all industry verticals from the maritime market to machine-to-machine (M2M) applications in transportation, agriculture, oil and gas, utilities and construction.

Many of the world’s largest heavy equipment Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) rely on Iridium’s satellite IoT solutions to remotely monitor and manage deployed assets. OEMs can integrate two-way SATCOM into machinery; program automatic telematic data delivery; and relay data, in real time, to customers with actionable reports and alerts, and more.

Solutions for Developers

Satellite IoT can be incorporated into technology applications across any industry, including autonomous systems, drones, uncrewed vessels, utilities, energy, transportation and shipping, railway systems, animal tracking, weather sensors and more. Developers can use satellite IoT solutions to augment existing applications, extending their reach beyond cellular coverage, and can pursue business opportunities previously not possible due to connectivity limitations.

Products like the Iridium CertusTM 9704 are designed with developers in mind. This is our smallest satellite IoT module to date and features Iridium Messaging Transport^® (IMT^®) technology to support real-time data analysis, analytics and automated decision-making. Developers can configure applications to transfer larger data files and pictures, audio messages and two-way IoT service across the entire planet.

Explore our IoT portfolio

IOT Developer Solutions

Iridium offers access to a variety of embedded modules, allowing partners to create innovative hardware.