Ground Control

February 25, 2026 |

Iridium integrates three features in one IoT module

Iridium has unveiled a compact, three-in-one IoT module that integrates its SBD short burst data satellite service, LTE-M cellular connectivity and GNSS positioning. By combining these features in one device, the Iridium 9604 can reduce complexity, lower costs and accelerate time to market, making dual-mode IoT connectivity viable for price-sensitive, high-volume deployments. “By integrating cellular, […]

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December 31, 2025 | SecurityTechnology

Security in the spotlight and next-gen technology reshaping satellite IoT – what 2026 will bring

By Alastair MacLeod , CEO of Ground Control Satellite IoT is moving from early adoption to scaled deployment. It is no longer a niche, with forecasts putting the global subscriber base at 32.5 million by 2029. This growth is driven by many industries – including shipping, logistics, agriculture, and more – that require connectivity far beyond […]

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October 8, 2025 |

Ground Control joins CLS to advance satellite IoT for environmental and infrastructure monitoring

Gloucester, UK – Ground Control, the UK and US-based specialist in satellite IoT devices and cloud-based platforms, has been acquired by CLS, the global provider of satellite services for environmental monitoring and resource management. The acquisition strengthens CLS’s position in the rapidly growing satellite IoT market and enhances its ability to deliver solutions for environmental […]

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October 8, 2025 |

CLS acquires Ground Control

Ground Control, the UK and US-based specialist in satellite IoT devices and cloud-based platforms, has been acquired by CLS, a global provider of satellite services for environmental monitoring and resource management. Ground Control will continue to operate under its own brand. The acquisition strengthens CLS’s position in the growing satellite IoT market and enhances its […]

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August 13, 2025 |

Ground Control dual-mode RTU for utilities

Ground Control, a specialist in resilient IoT connectivity, has launched a compact, low-power, dual-mode remote telemetry unit built to serve critical infrastructure operators with widely dispersed assets. The RockBLOCK RTU Micrologger is a dual-mode RTU for reliable remote monitoring in utility and environmental sectors. The device captures and transmits sensor data via Iridium SBD, NTN […]

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August 13, 2025 |

Ground Control dual-mode RTU for utilities

Ground Control, a specialist in resilient IoT connectivity, has launched a compact, low-power, dual-mode remote telemetry unit built to serve critical infrastructure operators with widely dispersed assets. The RockBLOCK RTU Micrologger is a dual-mode RTU for reliable remote monitoring in utility and environmental sectors. The device captures and transmits sensor data via Iridium SBD, NTN […]

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April 29, 2025 |

Ground Control first with Iridium satellite IoT gateway

Ground Control has become the first Iridium partner to bring a certified Iridium Certus 9704 device to market. The ruggedised RockBlock Pro satellite IoT gateway is powered by the Iridium Certus 9704 module and Iridium Messaging Transport (IMT). It provides faster throughput, larger message capacity and more power efficiency than previous RockBlock devices, and is […]

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June 17, 2024 |

Ground Control Introduces World’s Lightest and Most Power-Efficient Iridium Certus 100 Devices

Satellite and cellular connectivity specialists, Ground Control, has launched two small form-factor devices that can be used across multiple industries which require tracking and remote monitoring, both with ultra-low energy consumption. British-owned Ground Control, which operates out of both the UK and US, claims the RockREMOTE Mini is the smallest and lightest Certus 100 IoT […]

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November 8, 2022 |

Ground Control first to try Inmarsat growth plan

Ground Control has become the first company to join Inmarsat’s IoT service plan to drive growth and generate long-term business for its distribution partners. This service plan will be available to distribution partners who have signed up to its Elevate programme, with remote connectivity provider Ground Control the first business to benefit from the offering. […]

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December 21, 2021 |

Ground Control Joins IMC

Ground Control, a provider of turn-key systems for controlling remote devices via satellite or cellular connection, has become a sustaining member of the world’s largest association of qualified IoT users – the IoT M2M Council (IMC). The company is joining the trade group to build awareness of satellite communication as a viable and broadening means […]

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