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More Than 8,000 Global Vessels Receive High-Speed Connectivity With Intelsat’s FlexMaritime

November 18, 2021

Above: 45cm terminals from KNS and Intellian are now qualified on the Intelsat FlexMaritime network.

Intelsat, maintains the world’s largest satellite fleet and connectivity infrastructure of than 8,000 vessels that are operating on its FlexMaritime service. 

The company is the largest provider of broadband connectivity to maritime passengers and crew, which has added more than 2,600 terminals since the beginning of 2021 in key maritime markets including shipping, fishing, leisure and offshore energy, a growth of more than 45 percent.

FlexMaritime is powered by a global, multi-layered, high-throughput satellite (HTS) network capable of delivering intense density in bandwidth and extremely high levels of service flexibility and reliability. It is distributed by Intelsat’s experienced and solutions partners who combine the scale and power of the network with their customized service plans and specialized value-added services. Vessel owners benefit by leveraging next-generation shipboard technologies, smart shipping and other in-demand maritime connectivity applications including remote monitoring and performance diagnostics, video streaming, real-time software upgrades and essential, always-available connectivity for crew members.

As a customizable wholesale Mbps managed service, FlexMaritime makes high-speed connectivity simple. Complexity in network configuration, management and bandwidth availability is removed, providing reliable service levels. 

“Intelsat is proud to deliver an enterprise-grade communications network that supports next-generation solutions and services the maritime industry demands at sea,” said Intelsat’s Director of Maritime Products, Shane Rossbacher. “Last month marked the fourth anniversary of the launch of our FlexMaritime service. In the coming years, we look to continue enhancing the power, bandwidth and flexibility of the network by leveraging new software-defined satellites, additional layers of HTS capacity, 5G architecture, and support for multi-orbit satellite connectivity.”

Vessels interested in FlexMaritime services can choose from more than 30 qualified antennas of various sizes, including 1m, 60cm, and the ultra-compact 37 and 45cm terminals which are widely used in fishing and leisure markets. All antennas connect easily and seamlessly to Intelsat’s fully integrated satellite and terrestrial network. 

Filed Under: Antennas / Terminals, Comms, Maritime, Network, Satellite

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