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The Hidden Connectivity Infrastructure Behind M...

Posted on June 08, 2026 by Guy Arnold

When people think about communications at major sporting events, they usually picture television cameras, commentators, and perhaps a few radios clipped to the belts of event staff. What most spectators never see is the vast...

The Best Satellite Devices for Different Types ...

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Guy Arnold

From polar crossings and ocean rowing attempts to desert ultramarathons and remote overlanding, expeditions are becoming more ambitious, more connected, and more reliant on dependable communications. The challenge is that no two expeditions are the...

Renting vs Buying Satellite Equipment: When Eac...

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Guy Arnold

Rent vs Buy Satellite Equipment: What’s the Right Choice? If you’re looking at satellite phones, trackers, or satellite internet, one of the first decisions you’ll run into is whether to rent the equipment or buy...

Inmarsat iSatPhone 2 Review: Connectivity You C...

Posted on February 02, 2026 by Guy Arnold

When you’re deep offshore, in a remote mountain range, or traversing deserts where phones go to die, you need comms you can trust. Not “hope works”, guaranteed. That’s where the Inmarsat iSatPhone 2 shines. The iSatPhone...

Why Buying Used Satellite Equipment Makes Sense

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Guy Arnold

When it comes to satellite communications, reliability matters more than shiny packaging. That’s exactly why our used and clearance satellite products are such a smart buy. They deliver the same dependable performance as new equipment, but...

Iridium vs. Inmarsat vs. Globalstar: Satellite ...

Posted on June 02, 2025 by Guy Arnold

When it comes to satellite communications, choosing the right network can make a world of difference. Whether you're heading off-grid for an expedition, managing remote assets, or supporting field operations, understanding the differences between Iridium,...

Video Testimonial | GTC Rentals

Posted on May 19, 2025 by Guy Arnold

Andy Hodgson and Ros Chaston, the team behind Atlantic Escapade, set out to row across the Atlantic Ocean, and they did it with confidence thanks to reliable satellite equipment rented from GTC. In this video,...

Satellite Phones: 5 Myths Busted

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Guy Arnold

Satellite phones have long been associated with extreme adventurers, secret agents, and disaster scenarios, but there are many unknowns about how they work, who can use them, and their practicality. We're here to unpack some...

The All-New Thuraya One Smart Satellite Phone

Posted on January 14, 2025 by Guy Arnold

The Thuraya satellite network spans 160 countries over two-thirds of the Earth from Australia to the United Kingdom. Known for its reliable coverage in these regions, Thuraya satellite phones are typically more cost-effective than the...