Vodafone IoT has partnered with Iridium Communications to integrate Iridium's NTN Direct satellite service, extending narrowband connectivity to remote locations worldwide.
The collaboration will utilize Iridium's 66 LEO satellites, enabling Vodafone IoT customers to connect devices for data messaging, tracking, and real-time monitoring.
The partnership aligns with broader industry trends in NTN, vital for sectors like telecommunications, transportation, maritime, and emergency services.
Author's summary: Vodafone IoT partners with Iridium for global NB-IoT connectivity.