Marlink will introduce a new hybrid communication service. Sealink Global 4G will enable fast, low-latency mobile services when in network range while complementing VSAT connectivity when in regulated regions.
The Sealink Global 4G service package is based on an onboard connectivity kit with options incorporating Wi-Fi antenna, a Global 4G subscription and a subscription to Tampnet, an offshore communication network for ships operating in the North Sea or the Gulf of Mexico.
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Sealink Global 4G automatically switches to the best available connectivity source, but also enables customers to apply their own preferences and connect to 4G when VSAT is available. The solution uses terrestrial internet service in coastal regions, enabling swifter and cost-effective connectivity in near-shore areas, while Marlink’s engineers can remotely access on board equipment even if VSAT is unavailable.
Tore Morten Olsen, President Maritime, Marlink, stated:
We have considered every eventuality in our drive to provide ships and crews with the last word in reliable 4G connectivity; and we are confident that our turnkey approach, with easy integration into our multi-band network, meets the need for always-available and high-performance voice and data communications.
Sealink Global 4G has been tested in different regions around the world, with positive feedback on performance and reliability. The service will be available after its launch at Nor-Shipping.
