Vizada (News - Alert), an independent provider of global satellite-based mobility services, has partnered with SkyWave to launch IsatData Pro (IDP).

IDP is a new satellite service that will be offered as part of Vizada's expanding group of machine-to-machine (M2M) solutions.

As part of the pact, Vizada will distribute SkyWave's IDP terminals which use the SkyWave IsatData Pro satellite service to enable remote management of fixed and mobile assets anywhere in the world.

Officials with SkyWave said that IsatData Pro is particularly well suited for customers looking for solutions like in-cab messaging for transportation fleets, transmitting telemetry information from oil and gas equipment, and remote management and control of fixed assets.

"Vizada is a proven leader in delivering customers the innovative service choices so that they can find solutions that best address their ever changing, global satellite communication needs," said Dan Poirier, senior vice president, operations, SkyWave, in a statement.

"Our IsatData Pro service fits perfectly into Vizada's broad and capable suite of M2M services. We look forward to working with the Vizada team to jointly bring leading solutions to customers worldwide," said Poirier.

SkyWave Mobile Communications is a global provider of satellite communication equipment and airtime services for M2M applications.

Catherine Melquist (News - Alert), director of land services for Vizada said that there is an emerging call for M2M services among key markets such as oil and gas, utilities, transport and even the government.

"We are moving quickly to address the needs of these customers, and the introduction of IsatData Pro services is a key step in demonstrating our commitment to them," said Melquist.

Back in October, Vizada Networks announced that it is expanding its personnel outsourcing and consultancy operations. In addition to its on-going position as a provider of skilled and security cleared personnel in support of its managed networks and customized solutions, the company is now offering technical recruitment and consultancy to its defense sector customers.