The new capacity comes from a satellite positioned in geostationary orbit at a longitude of 110 deg East. Its addition to the Sealink network now gives Marlink four overlapping beams in certain areas of the IOR, ensuring that capacity is always available. The extra redundancy provided by the enhanced orbital spread in the IOR ensures continuous service availability, especially in ‘blocking’ situations where a vessel’s infrastructure obstructs line of site between the antenna and a satellite, the service provider claimed.
Based on its long-term relationships with all major satellite owners, Marlink is committed to an on-going expansion programme for its Sealink network, which features the most extensive combination of satellites and beams available for global maritime customers. For end-users, the multi-layered Sealink network delivers uncompromising coverage and capacity, where overlapping beams offer a foundation for customers to digitalise their operations for greater efficiency and reduced operational costs, with the confidence that an IP link is always available.
“The sheer reach and huge amount of redundancy we offer through the state-of-the-art, multi-band Sealink network enables new ways of operating ships and fleets with more efficiency, ultimately providing a digital platform for more sustainable operations,” said Tore Morten Olsen, President Maritime, Marlink. “While our coverage for the IOR has always been strong, the new capacity and extended footprint provides even more scope for the modernisation and digitalisation of our customers’ fleets, while providing an important link for crew on ships to stay in touch with friends and family at home.”