Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM)
Communication Services ยท Communications Services, NEC
Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) is listed on Nasdaq, where its shares have traded since March 20, 2008. SentiSense covers Iridium Communications Inc. in the Communication Services sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Communications Services, NEC. Matthew J. Desch is its chief executive officer. The company reports 975 employees, and its corporate website is www.iridium.com.
About Iridium Communications Inc.
Iridium Communications Inc is the commercial provider of communications services offering true globalised coverage, connecting people, organizations, and assets to and from anywhere, in real time. The company is a provider of mobile voice and data communications services through a constellation of low-earth-orbiting satellites. Iridium's solutions are ideally suited for industries such as maritime, aviation, government/military, emergency/humanitarian services, mining, forestry, oil and gas, heavy equipment, transportation, and utilities. Iridium also provides service to subscribers from the U.S. Department of Defense, as well as other civil and government agencies world-wide. The Company operates in one business segment, providing satellite communications services and products.
Latest reported results
Iridium Communications Inc. reported revenue of $245.7 million for Q3 FY2026, up 8.3% from the same period a year earlier.
Institutional ownership
In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 470 institutions reported holding IRDM, with 90.7 million shares worth $5.0 billion in aggregate. The largest reported holders were BlackRock, Vanguard and AQR Capital Management.
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- IRDM financials: revenue, net income, operating margin and free cash flow through Q3 FY2026.
Frequently asked questions
What does Iridium Communications Inc. do?
Iridium Communications Inc is the commercial provider of communications services offering true globalised coverage, connecting people, organizations, and assets to and from anywhere, in real time.
What sector is IRDM in?
SentiSense classifies Iridium Communications Inc. in the Communication Services sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Communications Services, NEC.
Where does IRDM stock trade?
Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) is listed on Nasdaq, where its shares have traded since March 20, 2008.
Who is the CEO of Iridium Communications Inc.?
Matthew J. Desch is the chief executive officer of Iridium Communications Inc..