About SkyWave
Protect. Manage. Everywhere.
SkyWave Mobile Communications designs and manufactures satellite and dual-mode satellite/GPRS communication terminals as well as provides satellite network services to enable dependable and low-cost tracking and monitoring solutions for fixed and mobile assets. We partner with a global network of Solution Providers who integrate our equipment into a broad range of industry-specific applications for the land mobile, maritime, and fixed asset tracking and monitoring markets.
Knowledge. Security. Efficiency.
SkyWave products are used to improve security of assets while increasing operating efficiency. Users of our products enjoy many benefits including:
- Reduced risk of theft by tracking asset location and sensor information.
- Reduced operating costs by using telemetry data to monitor driving habits and fuel levels.
- Improved security of personnel through the use of panic buttons and emergency reporting.
- Elimination of unnecessary maintenance costs or sudden equipment failure by monitoring sensors.
- Reduced travelling expenses by monitoring remote equipment from the desktop.
- Increased competitive advantage and value by providing accurate status and location-based information to their customers.
Experienced. Proven. Reliable.
Established in 1997, SkyWave is a profitable and growing Ottawa, Canada-based company with over 150 employees and strong industry partnerships. As an Inmarsat partner, we are able to offer reliable and stable global network coverage and competitive network services.
Key Company Milestones:
2010 |
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SkyWave introduces a series of new features on its IsatM2M terminals designed to address growing concerns in the transportation and security market. >> Read more |
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SkyWave introduces SureLinx 8100 with integrated GLONASS/GPS navigation to address needs of land and maritime transportation companies. >> Read more |
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SkyWave introduces Flex messaging, an enhancement to the IsatM2M service that will allow SkyWave customers to send up to seven times more data. >> Read more |
2009 |
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| November |
SkyWave introduces DMR-800L with integrated GLONASS/GPS to address growing tracking and monitoring needs in Russia. |
| July | SkyWave acquisition of GlobalWave complete. >> Read more |
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April |
Inmarsat agrees to acquire 19% stake in SkyWave. SkyWave uses the funds to purchase Ottawa-based GlobalWave, a subsidiary of TransCore. >> Read more |
2008 |
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August |
SkyWave launches DMR-800LRIT for ship owners and operators looking for a reliable and low-cost solution for meeting the International Maritime Organization's Long Range Identification & Tracking (LRIT) mandate. |
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June |
SkyWave launches SureLinx 8100c satellite/GPRS terminal featuring an on-board computer (OBC) with C-programming capabilities and industry-standard interfaces. >> Read more |
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April |
SkyWave surpasses sales of 125,000 terminal units. |
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March |
SkyWave expands suite of D+/IsatM2M terminals with the DMR-800 terminal series, designed to enable new applications using the SkyWave IsatM2M network service. |
2007 |
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October |
SkyWave places on the Deloitte & Touche Wireless Fast 50, a ranking of the fastest growing wireless companies based on revenue growth over the past five years. |
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September |
SkyWave celebrates its 10-year anniversary, establishing them as the only D+ network operator with over 10 years in operation. |
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September |
SkyWave launches the IsatM2M service and DMR-800D terminal, offering new features and advanced capabilities to enable Solution Provider's applications with greater responsiveness. |
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September |
SkyWave's new independently-owned network goes into operation. Network services are no longer shared with Satamatics. |
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June |
SkyWave receives approval to operate on the Inmarsat Pacific Central (PAC-C) satellite. SkyWave is the first D+ provider to be granted authorized use of this satellite, providing extended coverage for its customers. |
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February |
SkyWave launches the SureLinx 8100 D+/GPRS dual-mode terminal. |
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January |
SkyWave releases the Versa Gateway to simplify terminal management, significantly reducing the risk of programming errors while accelerating application development and solution time to market. |
2006 |
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December |
SkyWave announces extension of its C1D2 (Class1, Division 2: "Hazardous Environment) certification for the DMR-200D terminal. |
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October |
SkyWave awards multi-million dollar contract to Systems Engineering Division (SED), a division of Calian, for the provision of Inmarsat D+ Access Control and Signaling Equipment (ACSE). |
2005 |
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August |
SkyWave establishes regional operations in Asia. |
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August |
SkyWave surpasses sales of 50,000 terminals. |
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