Iridium Communications
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Iridium Communications Inc. is a publicly traded American company headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Iridium operates the Iridium satellite constellation, a system of 66 active satellites used for worldwide voice and data communication from hand-held satellite phones and other transceiver units. The nearly polar orbit and communication between satellites via inter-satellite links provide global service availability.
Business in Russia
Business as usual. Two local subsidiaries in Russia, ceased shipment of equipment to Russia after the invasion, but "could also incur significant expenses as a result of the process of shutting down operations in Russia" - has a dedicated "gateway in Izhevsk, Russia for traffic within Russian boundaries".
Decision trail
Decision date 28/09/2023 · Reference ↗
Iridium navigates Russia sanctions, Ukraine demand, competition for tech hires.
Local stats (LeaveRussia)
Status history since 2022
- 03/08/2026 — operating · Imported from KSE LeaveRussia
Exposure profile
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Energy, transport and commodity exposure, supplier/customer links in the region and sanctioned-party proximity.
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