Furuno Unveils SOLION-100 Terminal for Iridium GMDSS, Integrating Multiple Maritime Safety Systems

Furuno Electric Co., Ltd. and Iridium Communications Inc. announced the new SOLION-100 terminal for Iridium GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System). Built on Iridium Certus 100 technology, this single platform integrates GMDSS, Ship Security Alert System (SSAS), and Long-Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) capabilities. The SOLION-100 is expected to be commercially available for retrofit applications in late 2026, offering shipowners and shipyards greater choice in maritime safety equipment.