Iridium Short Burst Data® (SBD®)

Real-time, two-way messaging anywhere in the world

A simple, efficient packet-based service for frequent short data transmissions between equipment and centralized host computer systems.

Iridium Short Burst Data® (SBD®)

Real-time, two-way messaging anywhere in the world

A simple, efficient packet-based service for frequent short data transmissions between equipment and centralized host computer systems.

Data Delivered - Everywhere

Delivered through small, light-weight, low power modules, Iridium SBD enables real-time data for increased awareness and efficiency, anywhere in the world.

Global Availability

A mesh of 66 active Low-Earth Orbit Iridium satellites blankets the Earth, providing reliable coverage from pole-to-pole

Real-Time

Iridium’s LEO network enables low-latency connections through shorter transmission paths than GEO networks

Two-Way Connectivity

Gain insights and send over-the-air commands for business operations and remote assets anywhere in the world

Range of Module Options

Small, light-weight, low-power, and low cost options to deliver Iridium SBD through your custom solutions

Iridium SBD delivers truly global, two-way data

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