Iridium
McLean, VA · Satellite communications · ≈ 975 employees company-wide
Runs a 66-satellite network that covers the whole globe, and now sells a chip that backs up GPS with its signals.
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ProgramTimelineNext milestone
Iridium PNT Iridium NEXT constellation completedJan 2019 PNT chip becomes commercially availableJul 2026 At least $100M a year in PNT revenue2030 At least $100M a year in PNT revenue · 2030
Iridium NTN Direct Deutsche Telekom roaming integration beginsSep 2025 First two-way on-air messagesJan 21, 2026 Beta testing and commercial service2026 Beta testing and commercial service · 2026
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