Iridium Extreme® Rental

Rent an Iridium Extreme satellite phone and stay connected wherever your work or adventure takes you. Combining global satellite voice communications, GPS tracking and emergency SOS functionality in a single rugged device, the Iridium Extreme is one of the most capable satellite phones available for hire.

Operating on the Iridium satellite network, the Iridium Extreme provides truly global coverage, including remote deserts, mountain ranges, oceans and polar regions where traditional mobile networks are unavailable. It is trusted by expedition teams, offshore operators, utility companies, surveyors, emergency response organisations, humanitarian teams, government agencies and lone workers who require dependable communications in challenging environments.

Unlike standard satellite phones, the Iridium Extreme combines voice calling and SMS messaging with integrated GPS tracking and emergency alerting capabilities. Users can share their location, transmit tracking points and activate a dedicated SOS button if assistance is required. This makes the device particularly well suited to remote workers, field engineers, adventure travellers and organisations with duty-of-care responsibilities.

Built to withstand harsh operating conditions, the Iridium Extreme is designed to military specifications and offers excellent resistance to water, dust and shock. Whether you're working on a remote infrastructure project, crossing oceans, undertaking a mountain expedition or supporting emergency operations, the Iridium Extreme delivers reliable communications when they matter most.

Key features include:

• Truly global Iridium satellite coverage

• Voice calling and SMS messaging

• Dedicated one-touch SOS emergency button

• Integrated GPS tracking and location sharing

• Compatible with GTCTrack location monitoring

• Rugged military-grade construction

• Water, dust and shock resistant design

• Optional secure communications capability

Important Notice

Satellite phone regulations vary between countries and some nations restrict or prohibit the possession or use of satellite phones.

If you are travelling to India, Bangladesh or other restricted regions, you should always check local regulations and obtain any required permissions before travelling.

Please note that emergency services such as 999 cannot be contacted directly from a satellite phone.

Why Rent an Iridium Extreme from GTC?

Global Telesat Communications has supplied satellite phone rentals for expeditions, offshore projects, utility companies, emergency response organisations, remote workers and international travellers for many years. Renting an Iridium Extreme provides access to one of the world's most advanced satellite phones without the expense of purchasing the equipment outright.

Every rental includes the accessories needed to get started, along with access to optional GPS tracking services through GTCTrack.

• Includes soft carry case, AC charger, vehicle charger, USB cable and magnetic-mount antenna

• No deposit required

• Next-day delivery available, call 01202 801290 to confirm availability

• Free incoming calls and SMS messages

• Mapping portal login included with 10 location tracks per day

• Additional location tracks available for just 10p each

• Free returns via your local DPD drop-off point

• Support from experienced satellite communications specialists

How to Book Your Iridium Extreme Rental

Select your required dates using the booking calendar. Choose the date you need the equipment and we'll dispatch it from our office two business days beforehand. Your end date should be the day you intend to return the device.

You can choose between pay-as-you-go airtime, billed after your rental period, or discounted airtime bundles purchased in advance. This flexibility allows you to select the most suitable option for your trip, project or deployment.

Once your rental is complete, simply return the equipment using your nearest DPD drop-off point. Return shipping is included as part of your rental.

Stay Connected with GTCTrack

The Iridium Extreme can be used with GTCTrack, providing real-time visibility of device locations and movement history. This makes it an excellent solution for lone worker monitoring, expedition tracking, field operations and remote project management.

GTCTrack features include:

• Live and historic GPS tracking

• Multiple mapping views

• Automated alerts and notifications

• Location sharing with colleagues, friends and family

• Improved visibility for duty-of-care requirements

• Enhanced monitoring of remote personnel and assets

Iridium Extreme satellite phone rentals are particularly popular for expeditions, offshore sailing, yacht deliveries, utility maintenance, surveying projects, emergency response planning, humanitarian deployments, lone worker safety, infrastructure inspections and remote travel where both communications and location tracking are required.

Did You Know?

You can send a free message to an Iridium Extreme

Friends, family and colleagues can send free messages to your device using the Iridium online messaging platform:

https://messaging.iridium.com/

You will be charged the following rates at the end of your rental period if your usage exceeds your initial airtime amount.

Charges exclude VAT