Satellite phones coverage, service and equipment in Australia
Coverage
Australia is in the coverage area of the following satellite phone networks:
- Iridium
- Globalstar
- Thuraya
- Inmarsat
This gives a wide choice when choosing a satellite phone service provider. However users of the Globalstar network should be aware of Globalstar’s existing service problems that affect satellite phone usage.
Buying satellite phones in Australia
Equipment from all four mentioned satellite phone service providers can be bought easily in Australia. By clicking the appropriate links below you can find contact information to satellite phone dealers.
If you are an Australian resident you may be eligible for the Australian Goverment Satellite Phone Subsidy Scheme. More information can be found on the Australian Goverment website.
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