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Recently Starlink has become available over major parts of Europe and it was immediately followed by questions from the maritime world as to when they would be able to benefit from this cheap and ultra-fast service on board while roaming the seven seas. While it is not yet available now, when will it be available …
With “Bigger Faster Smarter” Satmarin Exoflux will bring you the latest and greatest available on the mobile terrestrial and satellite communication today at Europort 2019 in Rotterdam from November 5 – 8. You are cordially invited to Experience LIVE High throughput VSAT with Telenor Be impressed by Intellian’s newest and greatest v150NX Learn why BIGGER …
The launch of next-generation high-throughput satellite (HTS) constellations by multiple commercial operators has ushered in a new age of performance in satellite communications. It has also reinvigorated an enduring debate within the industry regarding which frequency is superior: Ku-band vs. Ka-band. With that debate has come many mischaracterizations and obfuscations regarding the power, resiliency and …
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During a disaster, whether natural or man-made, restoring and maintaining communications is critical. Recent research and guidance issued by the Satellite Industry Association (SIA) reflects the importance of incorporating satellite services in an emergency response plan to facilitate communications before, during, and after a disaster. “Because satellite-based solutions provide an unparalleled level of reliability and …
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WASHINGTON — The UN certified Iridium Communications to provide Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS) services, ending Inmarsat’s monopoly on the internationally required service for ships, Iridium said May 21. The certification, granted by the UN’s International Maritime Organization, marks the culmination of a five-year effort that occasionally turned nasty between fleet operators Iridium and …
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Maritime internet comes in various shapes and sizes so it is important that before you start considering what to install you already have a rough idea of the VSAT Cost involved. The table below gives an indication of the different VSAT costs for several types of Antenna and Services. This list is not exhaustive and …