Beam Communications Receives Another
Iridium GO!® Order
This is now the fifth order received by Beam since commercial delivery in mid-2014, taking the total orders to 35,000 units
Beam Communications Pty Ltd (Beam), a wholly owned
subsidiary of World Reach Limited (ASX: WWR), has received a further
order for 5,000 units of the Iridium GO!® product.
“This is now the fifth order received by Beam since commercial
delivery of the product commenced in mid-2014, taking the total orders
for the Iridium GO!® product to 35,000 units,” said Michael Capocchi,
Beam Communications CEO. “This further order reflects the increasing
end-user demand for the device and the utility it provides to customers
requiring a global voice, messaging and SOS solution all in one single
unit.”
Based on the delivery schedule outlined by Beam’s customer, the
entire order will be supplied in the second half of FY’19. Beam will
have the capacity to accelerate deliveries on request.
The success of the Iridium GO!® is largely due to its capability to
enable satellite connectivity to an Apple or Android smart device, via
Wi-Fi. With the Iridium GO! app, users can make phone calls, send SMS,
post on Twitter or activate SOS, in the event of an emergency, when
configured.
Mr. Capocchi adds, “The Iridium GO! allows users, such as everyday
fishermen, hikers, remote travelers, off-roaders and grey nomads, to
communicate over the Iridium network in remote locations where
terrestrial connection is unavailable. It’s robust, lightweight and
compact design makes it easy for any user to grab and go and connect
anywhere in the world.”
Charles Werb, an adventurer and publisher of Outer Edge Magazine, has
had the opportunity to take the Iridium GO! with him on four
expeditions to date. Antarctica in 2016, Solomon Islands in 2016, Russia in 2017
and Iceland 2018. When asked about the Iridium GO! device, here’s what
Charles had to say: “The Iridium GO! has become an integral part of my
communication setup and the ease of operation allows me to keep in touch
with my ground crew, media and family whilst I have been away. The
Iridium GO! is a fantastic addition to an explorer’s 'MUST HAVE' list of
items to carry.”
With the continued success of various apps supported on the Iridium
GO!® device, including Exchange, Gmail and weather applications, the
product now offers enhanced functionality, as well as proven
reliability. Iridium will also be launching a new range of plans and
promotional material to further enhance the promotion and success of the
product for the coming years.
Source: Beam media announcement
