Iridium Satellite LLC said it will introduce a new 9600 data transceiver this year based on the company’s Short Burst Data technology. This move will extend the unique capabilities of Iridium to a new set of markets, expanding service in asset tracking, remote monitoring and telemetry reporting. Iridium envisions widespread adoption of the 9600 transceiver for enterprise-scale solutions that require immediate and comprehensive access to critical data from the field. Examples include supply chain management, field force automation, and even maintenance repair and overhaul systems.

“The 9600 transceiver will permit Iridium’s solution partners to offer the only complete capability with the following features — global coverage, uniform low-latency, two-way communications, and low hardware cost,” said Don Thoma, executive vice president, Iridium Satellite, in a prepared statement. “Iridium will be working closely with OEM manufacturers to integrate the 9600 as part of a range of complete wireless data applications.”