IRIS² | Secure Connectivity

IRIS² will provide secure, encrypted communications for EU institutions, ministries, and embassies, ensuring sensitive information can be exchanged safely. It will support defence operations, border and maritime surveillance, and intelligence-sharing, particularly in areas with limited terrestrial networks. The system will also strengthen crisis management by ensuring reliable connectivity for emergency responders during natural disasters or network outages, and help protect critical infrastructure.

IRIS² will enable a wide range of commercial applications by delivering resilient and secure connectivity. It will support sectors such as transport, energy, and banking through real-time data exchange and secure operations, while benefiting industries in remote or offshore environments. It will also facilitate services like remote healthcare and smart grid management and reinforce existing networks through satellite-based solutions.

IRIS² will improve everyday connectivity by expanding access to high-speed internet, especially in rural and underserved “digital dead zones.” It will enhance mobile and fixed broadband services, support access to cloud-based applications, and ensure continuity of connectivity even when terrestrial networks are disrupted. IRIS² will help ensure that people remain connected wherever they are, including in remote regions where traditional infrastructure falls short.