Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs)

Continuous situational awareness and remote control for missions that may last days or cross entire oceans.

• Real-time telemetry and vessel health
• C2 for long-distance navigation
• Sensor and payload data transmission
• Redundant connectivity to complement VSAT

Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) 

AUVs must surface efficiently and transmit quickly. Iridium shortens surface windows and keeps battery usage low.

• Rapid network acquisition
• Compact antennas for streamlined surfacing
• Two-way data bursts for mission updates
• Reliable performance in rough seas

Global coverage without exceptions

Autonomous systems don’t stop at network boundaries. Iridium eliminates them. Every corner of the ocean, polar waters, remote passages, deep-sea survey routes, remains within reach.
 

Low latency for responsive C2

Crosslinked LEO satellites deliver fast, predictable communication windows so operators can retask, redirect, update, and intervene when the mission changes.
 

Built for harsh, real-world waters

Sea spray, motion, frigid temperatures, constant vibration, Iridium equipment maintains performance where other networks falter.

Designed for SWaP-restricted platforms

AUVs and UUVs surface briefly. USVs carry limited payload. Iridium terminals are small, low-power, and designed to fit the reality of unmanned design constraints.
 

Field-proven with leading fleets

From long-endurance environmental vehicles to defense-grade underwater systems, Iridium supports autonomous missions at scale—and in operational environments where failure is not an option.