Satellite telephony

Iridium announces partnership with Canadian Coast Guard

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Physical sciences, Satellite telephony, Chemistry, Natural sciences, Satellite Internet access, Iridium Communications, Iridium satellite constellation, Iridium, Metocean, Certus, Coast guard

MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:IRDM) today announced that the Canadian Coast Guard has adopted Iridium Certus connectivity with support from Iridium partner MetOcean Telematics .

Key Points: 
  • MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:IRDM) today announced that the Canadian Coast Guard has adopted Iridium Certus connectivity with support from Iridium partner MetOcean Telematics .
  • Iridium Certus delivers weather-resilient and completely global coverage, ensuring dependable connectivity in the high Arctic where the Coast Guard serves.
  • "The Canadian Coast Guard provides essential services that keep things moving safely in the Arctic waterways all year round," says Matt Desch, CEO, Iridium.
  • "MetOcean is pleased to support the communication efforts of the Canadian Coast Guard.

Iridium announces partnership with Canadian Coast Guard

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Physical sciences, Satellite telephony, Chemistry, Natural sciences, Satellite Internet access, Iridium Communications, Iridium satellite constellation, Iridium, Metocean, Certus, Coast guard

MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:IRDM) today announced that the Canadian Coast Guard has adopted Iridium Certus connectivity with support from Iridium partner MetOcean Telematics .

Key Points: 
  • MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:IRDM) today announced that the Canadian Coast Guard has adopted Iridium Certus connectivity with support from Iridium partner MetOcean Telematics .
  • Iridium Certus delivers weather-resilient and completely global coverage, ensuring dependable connectivity in the high Arctic where the Coast Guard serves.
  • "The Canadian Coast Guard provides essential services that keep things moving safely in the Arctic waterways all year round," says Matt Desch, CEO, Iridium.
  • "MetOcean is pleased to support the communication efforts of the Canadian Coast Guard.

Iridium Granted Trio of Regulatory Approvals in Japan

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Chemical elements, Physical sciences, Chemistry, Satellite telephony, Air traffic control, Iridium satellite constellation, Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, Controller–pilot data link communications, Iridium

Over the past several years, Iridium has been working on regulatory amendments with the MIC to incorporate these services into the Japanese regulatory framework, while many other Iridium services have long been approved.

Key Points: 
  • Over the past several years, Iridium has been working on regulatory amendments with the MIC to incorporate these services into the Japanese regulatory framework, while many other Iridium services have long been approved.
  • The Iridium Certus service for maritime and land mobile industries began in January 2019, however it was previously unavailable in Japan due to ongoing regulatory amendments.
  • Iridium Certus land services in Japan are being provided by Arion Japan , Kaigai Corporation and KDDI .
  • The MIC's official approval of regulatory amendments for Iridium CPDLC and Iridium GMDSS were both issued in early 2021.

Inmarsat Unveils the Communications Network of the Future

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Technology, Satellite, Mobile, Wireless, Telecommunications, Networks, Internet, Telecommunications, Satellite Internet access, Satellite telephony, Inmarsat, Rajeev Suri, Mobile-satellite service

Today, Inmarsat unveiled plans for ORCHESTRA, the communications network of the future.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Inmarsat unveiled plans for ORCHESTRA, the communications network of the future.
  • Were building ORCHESTRA on the same concept, said Rajeev Suri, CEO of Inmarsat.
  • We plan to focus initially on delivering the ORCHESTRA terrestrial network, while preparing for a future LEO constellation in the range of 150-175 satellites.
  • It is also a major driving force behind technological innovation in mobile satellite communications, sustaining its leadership through a substantial investment and a powerful network of technology and manufacturing partners.

Dan Dooley, Former President of Sprint, Joins Lynk as Chief Commercial Officer

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Data management, Consumer electronics, Technology, Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Audio, Video, Internet, VoIP, Mobile, Wireless, Hardware, Telecommunications, Lynk Global, Satellite telephony, Technology, Sprint Corporation, Lynk, Roaming, Global Telecom Holding

Lynk Global Inc. , the world's only independently verified space-based mobile network connectivity provider accessible directly from standard mobile phones, today announced that global telecom executive, Dan Dooley , has joined the company as chief commercial officer (CCO).

Key Points: 
  • Lynk Global Inc. , the world's only independently verified space-based mobile network connectivity provider accessible directly from standard mobile phones, today announced that global telecom executive, Dan Dooley , has joined the company as chief commercial officer (CCO).
  • Dooley has held senior executive positions at leading telecom corporations, including serving as a president at Sprint.
  • His most recent experience was in the roaming market as chief revenue officer with Tomia, and prior to that as President at Transaction Network Services.
  • Lynk has applied for a commercial operators license from the FCC and anticipates beginning global commercial services next year following FCC approval.

Iridium Announces Second-Quarter 2021 Results; Updates 2021 Outlook

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Chemical elements, Satellite telephony, Physical sciences, Chemistry, Satellite Internet access, Iridium Communications, Iridium, BlackBerry Limited

MCLEAN, Va., July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq:IRDM) ("Iridium") today reported financial results for the second quarter of 2021 and updated its full-year 2021 outlook.

Key Points: 
  • MCLEAN, Va., July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq:IRDM) ("Iridium") today reported financial results for the second quarter of 2021 and updated its full-year 2021 outlook.
  • Service revenue, which represents primarily recurring revenue from Iridium's growing subscriber base, was 81% of total revenue for the second quarter of 2021.
  • Iridium also provides maintenance and support work for the U.S. government's dedicated Iridium gateway under two other contracts with the U.S. Air Force Space Command.
  • The Company updated its full-year 2021 outlook for total service revenue and currently anticipates:
    Total service revenue growth of between 4% and 5% for full-year 2021 (previous outlook was for total service revenue growth of approximately 3%).

Telit Receives Deutsche Telekom 5G Certification

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Technology, Science and technology, Articles, Satellite telephony, Telit, Deutsche Telekom, Emerging technologies, 5G, Internet of things

LONDON, July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Telit, a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced that Deutsche Telekom AG has certified its FN980 Sub-6 5G module for use on the operator's 5G networks across Europe.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Telit, a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced that Deutsche Telekom AG has certified its FN980 Sub-6 5G module for use on the operator's 5G networks across Europe.
  • "We work closely in partnership with Telit to secure interoperability and reduce time-to-market for our customers up-front," said Uday Patil, Head of Devices, Deutsche Telekom IoT.
  • "With these certifications, Telit offers the market one of the widest selections of multi-mode modules approved for use on Deutsche Telekom's network," said Marco Contento, VP of 5G Technologies, Telit.
  • Telit, Telit OneEdge and all associated logos are trademarks of Telit Communications PLC in the United States and other countries.

Thirdware & Telit announce partnership to provide superior IoT solutions

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Articles, Digital technology, Technology, Science and technology, Satellite telephony, Telit, Internet of things, Digital transformation

DETROIT, July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Thirdware Solution Inc. ( www.thirdware.com ), a leading provider of digital transformation solutions, is announcing a major partnership with Telit, a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT).

Key Points: 
  • DETROIT, July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Thirdware Solution Inc. ( www.thirdware.com ), a leading provider of digital transformation solutions, is announcing a major partnership with Telit, a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT).
  • "Telit brings credibility and profound expertise in building and delivering a complete, data-centric IoT platform that allows customers to focus on building apps.
  • This, combined with Thirdware's 26 years of experience in successfully implementing business technology solutions globally, has the potential to deliver world class IoT solutions that can be a game changer for our customers.
  • For more information on how Thirdware and Telit can provide comprehensive integrated IoT solutions, please contact [email protected]
    About Thirdware:For 26 years, Thirdware has been delivering transformational solutions at the intersection of business and technology.

Telit FN980 Certified for Use on T-Mobile's 5G Network

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Technology, Science and technology, Telecommunications, Mobile telecommunications, Internet of things, Satellite telephony, Telit, 5G, T-Mobile US

LONDON, July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Telit, a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced that T-Mobile certified its FN980 5G module for use on their 5G nationwide network.The FN980 module series empowers businesses to leverage 5G and Gigabit LTE to future proof IoT, enterprise applications and video, and this certification enables companies to take advantage of T-Mobile's 5G network on the sub-6 GHz spectrum.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Telit, a global enabler of the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced that T-Mobile certified its FN980 5G module for use on their 5G nationwide network.The FN980 module series empowers businesses to leverage 5G and Gigabit LTE to future proof IoT, enterprise applications and video, and this certification enables companies to take advantage of T-Mobile's 5G network on the sub-6 GHz spectrum.
  • 15 standard and supports both NSA and SA 5G deployment scenarios.
  • "Telit is always looking for new and exciting ways to help our partners and their users leverage the latest technology to its fullest, and we're proud to have reached another milestone for our award-winning FN980 5G series," said Marco Contento, vice president of 5G technologies, Telit.
  • Telit, Telit OneEdge and all associated logos are trademarks of Telit Communications PLC in the United States and other countries.

netTALK Maritime Announces Partnership With Inmarsat to Provide Communication Services for the Canadian Coast Guard

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Telecommunications, Satellite Internet access, Satellite telephony, Inmarsat, NETtalk

MIAMI, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- netTALK Maritime announces its partnership with Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, to provide a communication system for Canadian Coast Guard lighthouses.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- netTALK Maritime announces its partnership with Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, to provide a communication system for Canadian Coast Guard lighthouses.
  • netTALK Maritime is a full-service communications provider for maritime deployments on cruise lines, serving over one million end users worldwide.
  • The partnership will combine netTALK Maritime's communication system with Inmarsat's satellite expertise, delivering remote communications and connectivity to government operators.
  • "Inmarsat is proud to support our customers in Canada and our partnership with netTALK Maritime, helping connect the Canadian Coast Guard with remote lighthouses, is a further demonstration of this commitment," said Justin Hobbs, Vice President, Sales, Inmarsat Global Government.