Iridium stands at the forefront of dependable satellite interaction services, supported by an extensive global satellite infrastructure. The Iridium Certus® multi-service platform ensures robust connections and essential communications for various maritime uses.
Iridium Connected® products significantly improve connectivity and enhance safety for unmanned surface vessels (usvs), autonomous surface vessels (ASVs), and maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS) navigating through unpredictable marine environments.
Satellite Communication Solutions for maritime Operations
Connectivity for Autonomous Vessels – ASV & USV
Iridium® boasts the only truly global satellite network, providing reliable connectivity for unmanned and autonomous vessels operating across the globe. Our network and SATCOM solutions enable users to access real-time data and current metrics, ensuring safe operations and enhancing vessel efficiency.
Consistent Coverage and Connectivity
The Iridium network, comprising 66 interconnected Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, facilitates swift connections for autonomous vessels, minimizing data transmission distances for immediate data collection and remote oversight.
USVs can maintain operational visibility even amidst obstacles at sea, ensuring uninterrupted functionality.
Compact and Efficient SATCOM Technology
Select manufacturers utilizing Iridium certus® technology create innovative Iridium Connected® SATCOM solutions that seamlessly integrate into various marine platforms.
A selection of compact, lightweight, and low-power SATCOM terminals powered by Iridium Certus® is available for vessels of all sizes, from small unmanned research crafts to large fully autonomous cargo ships.
These terminals are designed to withstand harsh weather and operational conditions,utilizing low-profile,solid-state SATCOM antennas to deliver the fastest L-band speeds with global reach.
Iridium Certus Offerings
Thales VesseLINKTM 700
Cobham SAILOR 4300
Intellian C700
Thales VesseLINK 200
Blue Sky Network SkyLink 6100Affordable and Dependable Connectivity
Iridium’s satellite data services offer exceptional performance with minimal capital expenditure, featuring flexible service plans that adapt to user requirements. With an automatic failsafe feature for critical data,users can maintain communication with their vessels and ensure operational efficiency even when cellular networks are compromised.
Flexible SATCOM Technology for Diverse Missions
Essential safety functions for vessels enabled by Iridium’s maritime SATCOM solutions include:
- Maritime domain awareness and collision avoidance
- Wave, weather, and environmental monitoring
- Monitoring propulsion systems
- Optimizing vessel performance
- Data transfer and telematics, including battery and equipment monitoring
Our maritime satellite communication solutions empower unmanned and autonomous vessels to undertake a wide array of complex missions, such as:
- Ocean profiling and climate research
- Scientific exploration
- Autonomous and semi-autonomous cargo transport
- Weather and wind observation
- Bathymetric and biomass mapping
For further details: iridium Solutions for Autonomous Vessels
Supporting the Mayflower Autonomous Ship Initiative
Iridium Certus broadband connectivity plays a vital role in the Mayflower Autonomous Ship (MAS), an innovative vessel designed for environmental data collection. MAS operates under the guidance of an onboard AI system, known as AI Captain, developed by IBM and MarineAI.
The Thales VesseLINK 700 SATCOM terminal, powered by Iridium Certus, guarantees real-time 24/7 communication and vessel tracking, relaying performance data, location, and situational awareness to the MAS control center.
