Skymira
Skymira is a Connecticut-based RoIP provider founded in 1998 that extends land mobile radio coverage over satellite, cellular, and IP networks. Its SkyPTT platform and P25/4Wire IP Relay gateways serve public safety agencies, electric cooperatives, utilities, and federal government customers with mission-critical push-to-talk and GPS tracking.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1998
- HeadquartersMilford, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Skymira does
Skymira is a privately held, Connecticut-domiciled LLC founded in 1998 that provides mission-critical Radio over IP (RoIP) solutions through its proprietary SkyPTT platform. The platform extends land mobile radio coverage over satellite, cellular, and IP networks without requiring customers to replace their existing radio infrastructure, supporting interoperability across P25, DMR, NXDN, TETRA, and analog radio systems from manufacturers including Motorola, Kenwood, Harris, Tait, EF Johnson, and BK. Core products include the Skymira P25 IP Relay (launched 2023), the 4-Wire IP Relay (launched 2024), the GoKIT portable rapid-deployment package, the Vocality RoIP gateway (Cubic integration), Cobham Explorer satellite terminals, an Instant Connect smartphone PTT application, and a hosted GPS tracking portal. All gateways carry FIPS 140-2 Level 1 validated encryption and support CJIS compliance, with FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validation in progress.
Skymira's customer base is concentrated in mission-critical public-sector and infrastructure segments: public safety and law enforcement (federal agencies, border operations, sheriffs, Florida bridge crews after Hurricane Ian), wildland fire agencies (NIFC, with 1,000+ fire trucks tracked), electric cooperatives and utilities (Missoula Electric Cooperative, Virginia Electric Cooperative), and the Royal Bahamas Defense Force. The company explicitly positions itself as vendor- and network-agnostic, supporting a broad connectivity stack including Starlink, Iridium, Intelsat, Inmarsat, Viasat, OneWeb, Ligado, Orbcomm, and Amazon Kuiper LEO satellites, plus terrestrial LTE and FirstNet.
The business model is a hybrid of hardware sales (RoIP gateways, satellite terminals, GoKIT packages) and recurring service revenue (satellite/cellular subscription plans and hosted GPS tracking). Pricing is custom and not publicly disclosed, delivered through solution engineers who evaluate customer workflows and recommend tailored configurations rather than pre-packaged systems, with multi-year contracts typical. Go-to-market relies on direct enterprise field sales supplemented by industry trade shows (IWCE, APCO, IACP, NRECA) and a content-driven marketing program targeting RoIP search terms. The company operates with a small team (1-10 employees) out of Milford, CT, and is founder-led by Robert F. Landsfield with no disclosed external institutional investment.
Skymira firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Skymira
- Legal name
- Skymira LLC
- Website
- https://skymira.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1998
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Skymira is a Connecticut-based RoIP provider founded in 1998 that extends land mobile radio coverage over satellite, cellular, and IP networks. Its SkyPTT platform and P25/4Wire IP Relay gateways serve public safety agencies, electric cooperatives, utilities, and federal government customers with mission-critical push-to-talk and GPS tracking.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Skymira industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Mission-Critical Radio Communications (RoIP Equipment)
- NAICS
- Satellite Telecommunications (51741), Satellite Telecommunications (5174)
- SIC
- Radiotelephone Communications (4812), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Satellite Ground Segment & Gateway Services (Teleports, Gateways, Ground Station-as-a-Service) (HDAIAJAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Satellite Broadband Terminals & Gateways (VSAT/LEO CPE) (HDAFAIAM), Satellite Mobility Connectivity (Maritime, Aviation, Rail, Land Mobile) (HDAIAJAD)
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Where Skymira is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Milford
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Skymira business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations
Revenue model
- RoIP Hardware Sales: Sale of RoIP gateways, P25 IP Relays, 4-Wire IP Relays, GoKIT packages, Explorer terminals, and related equipment. Hardware is sold as integrated solutions tailored to customer requirements.
- Satellite/Cellular Service Plans: Recurring service fees for satellite and cellular connectivity including flat-rate unlimited satellite plans. Satellite terminals and SIM cards come with associated service plans. Monthly/annual billing for network connectivity services.
- GPS Tracking Services: GPS tracking portal and asset monitoring services, typically bundled with hardware and connectivity.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom tailored solutions - no pre-packaged systems |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels5 records
Skymira product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Skymira provides mission-critical Radio over IP (RoIP) solutions that extend land mobile radio (LMR) coverage over satellite, cellular, and other IP networks. Its proprietary SkyPTT platform, P25 IP Relay, and 4-Wire IP Relay gateways enable push-to-talk communications, cross-vendor interoperability (Motorola, Kenwood, Harris, Tait, etc.), and real-time GPS tracking for public safety, utilities, military, and remote teams. Hardware products include rugged gateways, portable GoKIT packages, and integrated BGAN satellite terminals paired with recurring satellite and cellular service plans.
Product overview
Skymira is a mission-critical Radio over IP (RoIP) provider offering a unified platform (SkyPTT) that extends land mobile radio coverage over satellite, cellular, and other IP networks. The product portfolio centers on RoIP gateways including the Skymira P25 IP Relay for P25 radio systems and the 4-Wire IP Relay for universal radio compatibility. The Skymira GoKIT provides portable rapid-deployment capability in a rugged Pelican case. Complementary products include Cobham Explorer 323/540 satellite terminals, Cubic Vocality RoIP gateway for crossband interoperability, smartphone PTT applications via Instant Connect platform, a GPS tracking portal, and Orbcomm satellite terminals for asset tracking. These solutions integrate to provide complete coverage extension, interoperability across radio brands and standards, GPS visibility, and disaster resilience.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- SkyPTT: Skymira's secure platform that extends land mobile radio coverage over satellite, cellular, and other IP networks.
- P25-IPR
- 4Wire-IPR
- GoKIT
Products and services
- SkyPTT Platform Core proprietary Radio over IP (RoIP) platform that extends land mobile radio coverage over satellite, cellular, and IP networks, providing reliable push-to-talk communications, real-time GPS visibility, and interoperability for public safety, utilities, military, and remote teams.
- Skymira P25 IP Relay (P25-IPR) Highly secure, portable P25 radio network gateway that transmits P25 audio, subscriber ID, GPS location, and emergency alerts over IP networks. Vendor- and network-agnostic, working with all P25 radios on any IP network, with FIPS 140-2 Level 1 validated encryption and CJIS compliance support.
- Skymira 4-Wire IP Relay (4Wire-IPR) Highly secure RoIP gateway that extends land mobile radio coverage over satellite, cellular, and private networks. Manufacturer- and network-agnostic, supporting P25, DMR, NXDN, TETRA, and analog radio systems with FIPS 140-2 Level 1 validated encryption (DTLS 1.2, AES-256-GCM) and automatic network failover.
- Skymira GoKIT Turn-key portable RoIP communications package in a rugged Pelican case that delivers real-time push-to-talk communications on the go. Includes RoIP gateway, satellite terminal, SIM cards, magnetic mount, and crossband cables, deployable in minutes with plug-and-play interoperability for disaster response and remote operations.
- Cobham Explorer 323 BGAN Terminal Ultra-compact BGAN (Broadband Global Area Network) terminal for voice and data communications on the move, transforming vehicles into roving radio towers and internet routers with AES-256 encryption and automatic network switching between LTE, FirstNet, satellite, and LAN.
- Cobham Explorer 540 BGAN Terminal Fixed-site BGAN terminal providing permanent satellite connectivity at specific locations, functioning as a pole-mounted repeater that connects facilities to satellite, LTE, or FirstNet networks for reliable fixed-site RoIP communications.
- Cubic Vocality RoIP Gateway Interoperability gateway providing crossband connectivity between disparate radio systems, manufacturers, and frequencies, with automatic network failover and seamless integration with smartphones, VoIP phones, and dispatch consoles.
- Smartphone PTT (Instant Connect) Push-to-talk application that turns smartphones, tablets, and computers into PTT radios, linking radio and non-radio users across MANET, LTE, Cellular, 4G, 5G, Wi-Fi, and Telephony networks. Highly scalable for thousands of users and unlimited channels with mobile app and desktop versions.
- GPS Tracking Portal Web-based portal providing real-time GPS tracking, breadcrumb reports, geofencing, speed alerts, driver identification, and asset health monitoring, with integration into CAD systems and Garmin devices for complete fleet and personnel visibility.
- Orbcomm ST 6100 Satellite Terminal Satellite terminal providing global vehicle and asset GPS tracking with IoT connectivity in a rugged IP67-rated design suited for remote and disaster-stricken locations, integrated with Skymira's GPS tracking portal.
- Orbcomm ST 9100 Satellite Terminal Dual-mode LTE and satellite terminal providing flexible connectivity for diagnostics, sensors, and remote asset control with a fully programmable framework for advanced IoT and asset management use cases.
Quantifiable outcome
- 100% coverage achieved at 2,300 test locations for electric cooperative
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Skymira
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Skymira technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration6 records
Feature7 records
Skymira partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- IntelsatcoreIntelsat partnered with Skymira to provide no-fail coverage for P25 radios. Intelsat's Multi-Layered Communication System combined with Skymira's P25 IP Relay provides resilient communications for P25 radio users.
- Starlink (SpaceX)coreSkymira integrates with Starlink satellite networks to extend radio coverage. Flat-rate pricing from Starlink makes satellite RoIP affordable for everyday use. Vehicle-mounted Starlink terminals enable radios to work in areas without traditional coverage.
- Amazon Kuiper / LEOcoreSkymira supports Amazon LEO satellite networks as connectivity options for RoIP solutions, providing additional satellite coverage alternatives.
- IridiumcoreIridium satellite network is one of the connectivity options supported by Skymira's RoIP solutions for global coverage.
- Cobham (Explorer)coreCobham's Explorer 323 and 540 BGAN terminals are integrated into Skymira's RoIP solutions. Explorer terminals provide mobile and fixed-site satellite connectivity for radio over IP applications.
- Cubic (Vocality)coreCubic's Vocality RoIP gateway is integrated into Skymira's interoperability solutions. Vocality provides crossband interoperability, automatic network failover, and connectivity between disparate radio systems.
- InmarsatcoreInmarsat satellite network is supported as a connectivity option for Skymira's RoIP solutions.
- ViasatcoreViasat satellite network is available as a connectivity option for Skymira RoIP solutions.
- OrbcommcoreOrbcomm satellite terminals provide global vehicle and asset tracking integrated with Skymira's GPS tracking solutions. ST 6100 and ST 9100 terminals offer satellite and dual-mode LTE/satellite connectivity.
- LigadocoreLigado satellite network is supported as a connectivity option for Skymira's RoIP solutions.
- OneWebcoreOneWeb satellite network is supported as a connectivity option for Skymira's RoIP solutions.
- Instant ConnectcoreInstant Connect is described as today's most advanced interoperable push-to-talk platform. Skymira offers this platform for turning smartphones and other devices into PTT assets connected to radio and other networks.
- Pyramid CommunicationsminorPyramid Communications partnered with Skymira to bring satellite coverage and advanced communications solutions to their customers.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Skymira competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- L3Harris Technologies: Major defense and public safety communications prime that owns JPS Communications (ACU-1000 interoperability gateway). L3Harris competes head-to-head with Skymira in radio interoperability for federal, military, and public safety customers, but at vastly greater scale and with broader product portfolios.
- Hytera: Global provider of DMR, TETRA, and LTE-based mission-critical communications systems. Hytera competes with Skymira's ecosystem partners in the public safety and utility markets, and overlaps in the multi-standard interoperability narrative Skymira sells.
- Motorola Solutions: Dominant LMR and P25 radio systems vendor with ASTRO, MOTOTRBO, and WAVE PTX interoperability solutions. Motorola Solutions targets the same public safety and federal buyers as Skymira and represents both a competitor (proprietary stacks) and an integration partner (Skymira integrates Motorola radios).
- Tait Communications: Global LMR radio manufacturer with P25 and DMR portfolios serving public safety, utilities, and transportation. Tait's vertical focus on mission-critical communications overlaps directly with Skymira's customer base, and Skymira supports Tait radios within its RoIP gateway.
- EF Johnson (JVCKENWOOD): JVCKENWOOD's public safety radio subsidiary and P25 systems provider. Competes with Skymira indirectly by selling P25 infrastructure, and is listed by Skymira as a supported radio brand, reflecting the overlapping public safety customer base.
Others
- Iridium Communications: Satellite network operator whose L-band constellation underpins much of Skymira's global RoIP connectivity. Iridium is a core upstream partner and an adjacent player that could vertically integrate competing PTT-over-satellite services.
Emerging players
- BK Technologies: Smaller US public safety radio manufacturer focused on P25 portables and mobiles. Comparable to Skymira in scale and target market (public safety LMR), and like Skymira is supported as a radio brand within Skymira's interoperability solutions.
- Zello: Smartphone-based push-to-talk application used by public safety, hospitality, and logistics teams. Zello competes at the consumer/smartphone PTT layer adjacent to Skymira's Instant Connect offering, though it lacks Skymira's deep radio-network interoperability.
- ESChat: Push-to-talk over LTE solution certified for use on FirstNet and other carrier networks for public safety. ESChat overlaps with Skymira's Instant Connect-based smartphone PTT offering, addressing the same convergence of radio and broadband PTT for first responders.
Direct peers
- Cubic Corporation: Provides the Vocality RoIP gateway that Skymira resells and integrates. Cubic is simultaneously a key technology partner and the closest direct competitor in RoIP interoperability, offering crossband connectivity and network failover for mission-critical communications.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Skymira social profiles
Digital presenceSkymira compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
Skymira financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Skymira leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Skymira funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Skymira M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Skymira
What does Skymira do?
Skymira provides mission-critical Radio over IP (RoIP) solutions that extend land mobile radio (LMR) coverage over satellite, cellular, and other IP networks. Its proprietary SkyPTT platform, P25 IP Relay, and 4-Wire IP Relay gateways enable push-to-talk communications, cross-vendor interoperability (Motorola, Kenwood, Harris, Tait, etc.), and real-time GPS tracking for public safety, utilities, military, and remote teams. Hardware products include rugged gateways, portable GoKIT packages, and integrated BGAN satellite terminals paired with recurring satellite and cellular service plans.
Is Skymira a public or private company?
Skymira is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Skymira founded?
Skymira was founded in 1998. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Skymira based?
Skymira is headquartered in Milford, United States, in the North America region.
How does Skymira make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. RoIP Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are satellite/Cellular Service Plans and GPS Tracking Services.
Who are Skymira's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are L3Harris Technologies, Hytera, Motorola Solutions, Tait Communications and EF Johnson (JVCKENWOOD). Iridium Communications is listed as an others. Emerging players are BK Technologies, Zello and ESChat. Cubic Corporation is listed as a direct peer.
Does Skymira have an API?
No public API is recorded for Skymira.
What industry is Skymira in?
Skymira's product category is Mission-Critical Radio Communications (RoIP Equipment). Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAIAJAH, Satellite Ground Segment & Gateway Services (Teleports, Gateways, Ground Station-as-a-Service), with a secondary code of HDAFAIAM, Satellite Broadband Terminals & Gateways (VSAT/LEO CPE). Its NAICS code is 51741 and its SIC code is 4812.