IsatM2M is a two-way burst messaging service that enables a wide range of machine-to-machine applications for tracking and monitoring remote fixed or mobile assets on a global basis - whether on land, at sea or in the air.

This next-generation satellite telematics service is based on Inmarsat's existing D+ service, offering faster data forwarding rates, quicker responses to polling requests and shorter time to first transmission.

Features

• Two-way messaging 
• Up to 25-byte message size from terminal  
• Up to 100-byte message size to terminal 
• Fast message delivery - 1 minute to terminal
• Rapid response - 10 seconds to send from terminal
• Efficient, low-power consumption
• Compact, lightweight and robust terminals
• Integrated GPS
• Simple firmware upgrade for most Inmarsat IsatM2M and D+ terminals 

 Key benefits 

• Global coverage
  Seamless coverage for dependable roaming.
• Reliable
  Consistently communicate with remote fixed and mobile assets.
• More responsive
  Faster, more regular access to data.
• Cost-effective
  Low-cost set-up and operation.
• Compact size
  Easy to install or carry.
• Predictability
  Predictable performance for application management and control.
• Tried and tested
  Service based on enhancements to Inmarsat D+ network.

 Applications

• Land mobile
  Remote monitoring, tracking control, logistics and security for mobile assets such as trucks, heavy equipment and perishable goods containers.
• Fixed assets
  Remote monitoring, control and security of oil and gas pipelines and utilities, fixed tanks, well reservoirs and compressors.
• Maritime
  Remote monitoring, control and security of ships, leisure vessels and containers.
• Air transport
  Secure tracking and monitoring of individual aircraft and advance logistics planning for efficient fleet management.

Applications and solutions

Application and solution providers around the world integrate the IsatM2M service into their tracking, control and security applications. Large message size and fast delivery times make it is ideally suited for a wide range of end-user applications in diverse markets and situations.

Land mobile

Monitoring of speed, direction, fuel consumption and engine activity delivers improved visibility and management of your vehicles.  Drivers and equipment enjoy greater safety and security thanks to two-way messaging and applications with built-in panic buttons. Meanwhile remote surveillance of cab or containers ensures theft and waste are minimized.

Supports monitoring, tracking, control, logistics and security of: 

• Road and rail consignments
• Heavy equipment
• Leisure vehicles
• Perishable goods containers
• Hazardous materials.

Maritime

Safety and security at sea are paramount. IsatM2M not only complies with international regulations for threat notification and long-range tracking, but crew also have access to two-way messaging. It can also help optimize logistics by monitoring vessel speed and heading, fuel capacity and engine activity.

Supports monitoring, tracking, control and security of:

• Merchant ships
• Fishing fleets
• Leisure vessels
• Containers
• Drift buoys

Fixed / SCADA

Keep a constant check on the status and security of your assets, and send commands remotely to manage equipment such as video cameras or environmental controls.  Provides you with data for improved maintenance scheduling and disaster prevention, as well as reducing your production costs.

Supports monitoring and security of:

• Oil and gas pipelines
• Fixed tanks
• Well reservoirs
• Compressors
• Air transport

Provides support for:

• M2M applications
• Security applications
  
• Secure tracking
• Aircraft monitoring
• Logistics planning for efficient fleet management.

IsatM2M Coverage

The IsatM2M service is a global service - delivered seamlessly and reliably everywhere in the world within the full footprints of the Inmarsat-3 and Inmarsat-4 satellites.

The map depicts Inmarsat's expectations of coverage, but does not represent a guarantee of service.

The availability of service at the edge of coverage fluctuates depending on various conditions.

The IsatM2M service and terminals are available from EX4U Telecom, your Inmarsat Service Provider & Point of Service Activation.

EX4U Telecom provides you with broad base of applications available for tracking as well as monitoring and advice about custom applications that are supported by IsatM2M.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information about IsatM2M terminals, services and applications.

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