The local affiliate of Iridium partner Globalsat Group worked with an Argentinian natural gas transportation company to test and deploy a solution leveraging Iridium Push-To-Talk capabilities through interoperable equipment, allowing for field teams to utilize satellite connectivity with VHF radio and VoIP telephony were unavailable.

Working directly with the customer to test, deploy, and train workers, Iridium service provider Network Innovations and their partner Tel-Loc leveraged existing Iridium Push-To-Talk solutions to keep field workers, medical and safety personnel, and operations centers connected throughout the development of a new utility line.

Creating a communications ecosystem of Iridium and Iridium Connected® devices allowed both competitors and organizers to feel safe and connected when the race took them beyond the reach of cellular coverage.

An easy-to-use and highly impactful group communications device using Iridium services allows organizers on shore to trace the location of teams and communicate critical information in real time.