GCT Chipsets Integrate Iridium NTN Direct Service

GCT Semiconductor Holding Inc. is collaborating with Iridium Communications Inc. to integrate the Iridium NTN Direct service into GCT’s advanced GDM7243SL chipset.

GCT and Iridium will work together to expedite the development of a new Iridium network-enabled Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) chipset based on requirements for 3GPP Release 19. Both companies will jointly explore opportunities, business models, use cases, and commercial deployments requirements for the new Iridium network-enabled NB-IoT chipset, designed for the next wave of 5G Advanced that will integrate satellite technologies into 5G.

“GCT is thrilled to collaborate with Iridium, a leading innovator in satellite IoT applications. Building on our expertise in 4G, 5G, and NTN technology, along with our leading multi-mode IoT chip, GDM7243SL, we are excited to broaden our reach into the non-terrestrial market. Working with Iridium, our goal is to address the growing need for trackers, satellite phones, and other IoT solutions,” said John Schlaefer, CEO of GCT.

“Integrating Iridium NTN Direct with GCT’s chipset will enable their customers to experience truly global, reliable standards-based connectivity in a compact, efficient form. GCT is an innovative partner, forward-thinking, and deeply engaged in helping bring this next-generation service to market,” said Greg Pelton, CTO, Iridium.