[Satellite TODAY 01-25-11] Iridium Communications will launch a Global Service Program for its Iridium OpenPort broadband marine satellite communication product in the first quarter, the mobile satellite operator announced Jan. 24.
    The program aims to provide full-service shipboard support to any Iridium OpenPort customer at more than 50 ports around the globe, supported by a network of international technicians.
    Iridium signed an agreement with Radio Holland to be the first service partner for the program. Radio Holland will provide portside technical support and assist Iridium with global logistics, as well as manage three regional service centers.