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Secure Government Satellite Communications

Global Mission Connectivity

Reliable Communications for Every Operation

Iridium provides secure government satellite communications that empower mission success across land, air, sea, and space. Our cross-linked low-Earth orbit (LEO) constellation ensures truly global coverage, enabling real-time coordination, situational awareness, and secure data exchange, no matter the environment.

Capabilities:

  • End-to-end encrypted voice and data
  • Global command and control (C2)
  • Asset and blue force tracking
  • Interoperability across devices and coalition partnerships
     
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Who Iridium Serves

We support users around the world with reliable, weather-resilient satellite connectivity.

U.S. Government

The U.S. government counts on us for provide global, secure connections when they matter most.
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Global Governments

We deliver reliable satellite communications trusted by government, public safety, and humanitarian teams in more than 100 countries.
We Support Governments Worldwide

Iridium EMSS

The U.S. government and approved coalition partners can take immediate advantage of unlimited voice and narrowband data for an unlimited number of subscribers through the Enhanced Mobile Satellite Services (EMSS) program, a multi-year contract between Iridium and the U.S. Space Force.
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Why Governments Choose Iridium

Truly Global Coverage

Operate with confidence in every region and environment, backed by our 66-satellite LEO constellation.

Iridium Network

Secure and Proven

End-to-end encryption delivers the most trusted military satellite communications available.

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Mission-Critical Reliability

Built for continuity and resilience, we keep missions online in critical moments.

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Enabling a New Generation of Capabilities

We deliver reliable satellite communications that empower governments, NGOs, and international organizations to operate confidently during critical missions—anywhere in the world.

Remote Tracking & Sensing

Use IoT-driven insights to track assets, monitor natural resources, and oversee remote infrastructure anywhere on the planet.

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Autonomous Systems

Our truly global coverage creates a line of sight to autonomous air, sea, and land systems anywhere on Earth.

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Voice & Push-to-Talk

Iridium and Iridium Connected® handsets provide essential voice and push-to-talk capabilities, enabling teams to coordinate operations seamlessly across any terrain or region.

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Iridium Certus®

Built by leading Iridium partners, Iridium Certus terminals deliver high-performance SATCOM in compact, durable hardware designed for global operations.

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Iridium PNT

Iridium PNT is the only truly global alternative solution of its kind operating on a LEO constellation today. It helps safeguard national assets and operational continuity by providing resilient protection against jamming, spoofing, and timing disruptions.

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Connect Your Mission Without Compromise

From humanitarian response to national defense, Iridium’s government satellite communication network keeps critical missions connected—anytime, anywhere.

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