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Iridium (#IRDM) Partners with SKYWAVE to Expand Satellite IoT | ThinkSabio
Jul 28, 2026 · ThinkSabio Inc
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Iridium Communications (NASDAQ: IRDM) has partnered with SKYWAVE, an ORBCOMM company, to integrate its Short Burst Data (SBD) satellite service into SKYWAVE's IoT terminals for heavy equipment OEMs. The collaboration combines Iridium's global low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network with SKYWAVE's OGx multi-network platform to deliver reliable connectivity, remote monitoring, and predictive maintenance in areas beyond cellular coverage.
Sector: Satellite Communications / Internet of Things (IoT)
Key Highlights
🤝 Partnered with SKYWAVE (ORBCOMM) for satellite IoT solutions
🛰️ Integrates Iridium SBD service into SKYWAVE's IoT terminals
🌍 Combines Iridium's global LEO satellite network with the OGx platform
🚜 Enables remote monitoring, diagnostics, and predictive maintenance for heavy equipment
📡 Provides reliable connectivity in areas without cellular coverage
Why It Matters
The partnership expands Iridium's presence in the industrial IoT market by delivering always-on satellite connectivity for heavy equipment. It also enhances fleet management and operational efficiency for OEMs operating in remote locations.
https://www.thinksabio.com/reports/isr/IRDM
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