Note: you need to activate your Iridium GO! exec before the SOS function will work.The SOS feature on the Iridium GO! exec does not come preconfigured. It is essential to set it up before venturing off-grid. Failure to do so means the SOS button will not trigger any response in case of an emergency Setting it up is straightforward. Take a few moments to make sure you thoroughly understand this guide and complete the SOS setup on your device. How to Access and Trigger SOS on the Iridium GO exec There are three ways to activate SOS: Press the physical red SOS button on the device. Access the SOS menu on the device's touchscreen and long press the SOS button. Tap and hold the SOS button within the Iridium GO! exec App on your mobile device, whether connected via WiFi directly or through a DataHub. Configure the SOS Feature with IERCC Every time...
The GEOS International Emergency Response Coordination Centre (IERCC) has been coordinating rescue operations all over the world since 2007. As an organisation they are globally active with responders available 24/7 and spread over 200 countries and territories. When someone triggers an SOS alert on a compatible device, the IERCC team work quickly with local response authorities in order to formulate a rescue mission. In 2020, emergency response abilities were bolstered when the GEOS IERCC was acquired by Garmin®. A lot of GTC handheld devices have SOS functionality built-in as standard, offering peace of mind to device carriers if they find themselves in a critical situation. At a press of the SOS button, the device transmits a message to GEOS where an alert is then sent to emergency services local to the carrier’s position. GEOS acts as a go-between from device carrier and response agencies, making them an alerting post. However,...
A Globally Operating Search and Rescue Hub Since 2007, the GEOS International Emergency Response Coordination Centre (IERCC) has been coordinating rescue operations all over the world. They are a globally positioned organisation, with responders available 24/7 and based in over 200 countries and territories. When an SOS alert comes in, the IERCC team work quickly with local response authorities in order to formulate a rescue mission, and, in 2020, emergency response abilities were bolstered when the GEOS IERCC was acquired by Garmin®. A lot of GTC handheld devices have SOS functionality built-in as standard meaning device carriers can initiate an emergency response if they find themselves in critical danger. At a press of the SOS button, the device transmits a message to GEOS where an alert is then sent to emergency services local to the carrier’s position. The process where an alert is passed from GEOS to response agencies makes...
EVERYWHERE Communications provide global connectivity and situational awareness for teams in the field through the use of customised Garmin inReach® hardware and their own EVERYWHERE Hub and EVERYWHERE App software solutions. Operative managers are able to communicate with their team in the field from any location on earth. A recent rescue operation using EVERYWHERE Communications technology highlights the power and efficiency of an inReach device and the globally-connected International Emergency Response Coordination Center (IERCC). The incident involved an employee of a large international forestry company who was critically injured while working alone, beyond the reach of any mobile phone coverage in an isolated area of Canada. The individual, Joe, found himself 100 miles from civilisation in the heavily wooded Canadian wilderness. His job was to provide insight into reforestation areas, so he needed to use an ATV to take him further and further into the forest. He drove another five miles deeper into the...
Iridium has announced the GEOS emergency response service is now available to Iridium Extreme satellite phone customers. At no additional cost to customers, Iridium has integrated the GEOS service into the SOS button on the Iridium Extreme. Launched in September 2011, the Iridium Extreme is the most advanced, rugged satellite phone in the market and is the first to offer an SOS button. As part of the Iridium ForceSM vision for future personal mobile communications, this GEOS service is an enhancement to the phone’s location-awareness services available at launch. This first-ever, integrated satellite phone emergency service sets the standard for providing ultimate peace of mind to lone workers and adventurers alike. A quick press of the SOS button automatically dials the GEOS emergency response center, providing a connection to a live support representative. Where the market used to settle for just one-way SOS alerting, customers now can maintain contact with...
Inmarsat will now offer complimentary access to GEOS' Worldwide Emergency Response Coordination service to all post-paid customers. Pre-pay customers can also access the service by paying an annual fee of $17.95 to GEOS. The service can be accessed by pressing the assistance button on top of the handset. This will then send the user's GPS co-ordinates via satellite to GEOS. The GEOS International Emergency Response Coordination Center (IERCC) was founded in November 2007 with the culmination of various 24/7 monitoring centers that individually focused on travel safety, security services and monitoring for clients. Staffed, equipped and prepared to respond worldwide with the push of a button, an automatic emergency alert or a simple phone call, the mission of the GEOS IERCC is to aid in the rescue of all savable lives whether at land, air or sea. The center receives the alert and notifies the appropriate authorities to execute the...
Spot LLC proudly announces that their family of SPOT messenger devices, including the SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger and SPOT Connect, have initiated more than 1,900 emergency rescues worldwide. Since 2007, hundreds of hikers, snowmobilers, boaters, pilots, skiers, remote workers and motorists have been assisted by professional rescue personnel thanks to SPOT’s 100% satellite technology. These devices provide users with connectivity in remote off-the-grid areas, beyond the range of cell phone towers and VHF radio frequencies. SPOT allows users to check-in and share their locations with contacts back home. In life-threatening emergencies, users can send SOS messages with their GPS location to the International Emergency Response Coordination Center (IERCC). "SPOT devices can take the search out of search and rescue," said Russell Gubele, President and Command Officer of Mountain Wave Search and Rescue near Mount Hood, Oregon. "Being notified of an emergency with the location coordinates allows us to conduct our...
A man was rescued in the Scottish Highlands after his SPOT distress signal was picked up thousands of miles away in Houston, Texas. Every Sunday, the man, in his mid-70s, would let his friends and family know he was okay by pressing the 'Check-in' button on his SPOT device. However, on one particular Sunday, he triggered the SOS alert where it was picked up by the International Emergency Response Coordination Center (IERCC) in Houston, over 4,500 miles away. The IERCC notified HM Coastguard Mission Control Centre (MCC) in Fareham, Hampshire. They sent the Prestwick Coastguard helicopter to the man's remote Scottish cabin to check if he was OK. When the coastguard winchman got to the man's cabin near Fort William, he was extremely ill and needed urgent medical assistance. Therefore, the Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team was called in. They helped to move the man from his home so he could be...
Introduction The Garmin inReach Mini 2 Marine Bundle is a powerful communication package designed for dedicated sailors, mariners, or ocean-going adventurers who need reliable communication and navigation capabilities at sea. The bundle includes the Garmin inReach Mini 2 satellite communicator, which provides two-way messaging, GPS tracking, and SOS emergency services, as well as a mounting bracket that can be screwed into place at the helm of your vessel. In this article, we will take a closer look at the features and benefits of the Garmin inReach Mini 2 Marine Bundle and how it can enhance your marine adventures. Stay Connected Anywhere with Garmin inReach® Mini 2 Bundle The Garmin inReach Mini 2 Bundle is a powerful communication and navigation solution that allows you to stay connected and safe no matter where you go. Whether you are sailing offshore or carving through the Atlantic Ocean, the inReach Mini 2 bundle provides...
GTC is proud to have reached the milestone of selling over 15,000 Globalstar SPOT satellite trackers. The devices include SPOT Gen3 and SPOT X satellite communicators and SPOT Trace asset trackers. Since initially launching in 2007, pocket-sized, rugged and affordable SPOT devices have been used in over 6,800 rescues worldwide, many of which were life-saving. Market for SPOT Trackers Our customer base for SPOT spans both consumer and organisational users. In fact, we support security firms, utilities, maritime operations specialists, sports event organisers, government agencies, professional remote workers, as well as adventurers and other travellers. We have been awarded contracts by government and commercial organisations for SPOT devices. Contracts include the deployment of more than 850 Gen3 trackers by the UK Forestry Commission since early 2016. Our organisational customers, using the Gen3 tracker, improve the safety of staff working in remote areas where alternative communications are unreliable or unavailable. NATO...
Introducing the SPOT X Satellite Messenger - Bluetooth Anyone heading into remote or isolated territory should consider carrying a SPOT X Satellite Messenger – Bluetooth with them to create peace of mind and situational awareness. When your smartphone loses signal, the SPOT X will allow you to enjoy two-way messaging and even SOS alerts should you run into unexpected difficulties. The device itself is light and compact, easy to stow away in the side pocket of a backpack, or can be clipped to a belt loop via the strap and carabiner included. On the move, you can navigate your way by using the device’s built-in compass, which can be easily viewable on the SPOT X’s 2.7” backlit display screen. How a SPOT X Satellite Messenger Keeps You in Touch From virtually anywhere in the world, and thanks to the Globalstar satellite network, you can exchange two-way custom messages with any...
Challenge: How to track and protect more than 100 Bike Riders in an Ultra Distance Race BikingMan organises ultra-distance cycling races which bring together the most extreme climatic and topographic conditions of the planet. To track progress and keep participants safe each entrant is provided with a SPOT satellite tracker. Previously the SPOT Gen3 has been used but due to the increased popularity of the races, BikingMan expanded their number of satellite trackers to also incorporate the new and improved SPOT Gen4. With participants cycling 850km over just 5 days, BikingMan needed a device that can be relied on not only to track progress of the competitors but to call for help if the situation arises. Solution: Affordable and rapidly deployable tracking Launched Q3 2020, SPOT Gen4 offers enhanced features including upgraded IP68 rating, improved battery life, improved grip and SOS button design. It keeps the lightweight and compact...
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