Garmin inReach Aids in 5,000th Rescue Thanks to Two-Way Communication and SOS Functionality
17 September 2020 - 9:00PM
Business Wire
No matter where the adventure leads – on land,
at sea or in air – inReach provides peace of mind that help is only
a push of a button away
Garmin® International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:
GRMN), supported the milestone of 5,000 SOS rescues with an
inReach® device. As the world’s leading satellite
communicator manufacturer1, Garmin offers a wide variety of
handheld devices with GPS navigation allowing for two-way text
messaging, location tracking, and critical SOS functions for those
exploring on land, water or in the skies2. From extreme athletes to
family campers, pilots to scuba divers, inReach users participate
in a wide range of activities and adventures.
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“It’s an honor to be able to serve our customers with this kind
of potentially life-saving service,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice
president of global consumer sales. “Having an inReach means
feeling a sense of security and peace of mind that if anything
unexpected happens while you’re on or off the grid, you’re still
connected to emergency responders, friends and family.”
In case of emergency, inReach users can trigger an interactive
SOS which sends a message to the GEOS 24/7 International Emergency
Response Coordination Center (IERCC). The trained response
coordinators will respond to messages, track the device location
and notify emergency responders in the area. IERCC will stay in
touch with the user and the user’s emergency contacts until the
situation is resolved.
“Two-way communication is so important in an emergency
situation,” said Chip Noble, Garmin senior product manager. “After
initiating an SOS, GEOS will ask questions to learn more about the
incident and what appropriate first responders are needed for
rescue, whether a tow-truck or helicopter.”
For Mikaelyn Law and her whitewater rafting group traveling
through a Class 4 rapid – messaging back and forth with IERCC was
pivotal when a party member fell into the water after a boat got
stuck on a boulder and flipped. After getting the individual to
safety and assessing the severity of sustained injuries, they
decided to initiate an SOS for help.
“We were communicating with GEOS the whole time, updating them
about her condition and making plans for the helicopter,” Law said.
“If we hadn’t had the inReach, though, it would have been very hard
to coordinate a rescue. We would have had to travel to the takeout
point that was really far downstream, it would have been dark, and
we would have had to try to make an emergency phone call. The whole
scenario would not have played out so smoothly.”
Garmin offers a selection of handhelds that vary in weight,
display size and features, all with two-way communication and SOS
capabilities.
- For adventurers who want to travel light, the inReach Mini is
lightweight and compact, where size and weight of gear matters
most.
- For dedicated explorers, mountaineers, and hunters, the rugged
GPSMAP® 66i GPS handheld and satellite communicator offers
TopoActive mapping and inReach technology for backcountry
activities.
- For road warriors, the Montana® 700 Series includes a
full-touchscreen display, letting users quickly and easily type
messages, plus a variety of mounting options for ATV, motorcycles,
bikes and more.
- Aviators have the ability to send and receive messages
conveniently through their Garmin Pilot™ app right from the
cockpit. Garmin Pilot leverages the inReach Mini’s GPS positioning
to drive a georeferenced aircraft position symbol on a tablet’s
moving map display.
- For mariners, the GPSMAP 86 series offers preloaded
BlueChart® g3 coastal charts in a water-resistant, floating
design perfect for a day on the water.
Learn more about all of Garmin’s inReach-capable devices
here.
An active satellite subscription is required to access the
Iridium® satellite network for live tracking, messaging and
interactive SOS capabilities. A variety of affordable annual or
month-to-month airtime packages are available. For additional
information on the 5,000th SOS rescue, and to read more Saved by
Garmin stories, please visit blogs.garmin.com
Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin
products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes, and
outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing products
that enhance experiences and enrich lives, Garmin believes every
day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday.
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1Based on number of subscribers 2Active satellite subscription
required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of
satellite communication devices. It is your responsibility to know
and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the
satellite communication device is intended to be used.
About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International,
Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is
incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are
located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom.
Garmin, inReach, GPSMAP, Montana, BlueChart and Iridium are
registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.
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