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Starlink Maritime Internet

Next‑generation LEO broadband for modern fleets: fiber‑like latency, high throughput, fast installation, and global rollout — now practical at sea.

Starlink Maritime Internet

Overview

Starlink is reshaping maritime connectivity with a rapidly growing low Earth orbit (LEO) constellation (~550 km). At sea this translates into up to 400 Mbps per vessel and 20–50 ms latency — enabling workflows that were previously unrealistic offshore: HD video calls, real‑time remote support, live telemetry, cloud apps, and great crew internet.

Technology & hardware

LEO satellites orbit much closer to Earth than legacy GEO systems, cutting round‑trip delay and jitter. The maritime kit uses compact, rugged flat‑panel antennas with weather‑sealed cabling and deck mounts. Power draw and topside footprint are modest; most installations complete in 1–3 days while the vessel is alongside.

Where it fits (real deployments)

  • Fishing fleets: live weather/routing updates, catch reporting, video calls to shore.
  • Offshore energy: remote monitoring (CCTV/SCADA), maintenance coordination, vendor access.
  • Cargo & tankers: cloud ECDIS updates, ERP, telemedicine, and reliable crew access.
  • Yachts & passenger: premium guest Wi‑Fi without GEO latency.

Operations & lifecycle

Plans are flexible month‑to‑month; capacity and coverage expand continuously with new launches. Network integration is straightforward: we segment business vs crew traffic, apply quotas, and tie into existing firewalls/SD‑WAN if required.

Limitations & when to go hybrid

Starlink is best‑effort — there’s no CIR guarantee. For mission‑critical links we often deploy hybrid Starlink + VSAT: VSAT provides a committed baseline, Starlink delivers speed and user experience.

SatCast add‑ons (optional)

  • VoIP for vessels with numbering in any region; prioritized voice and anti‑jitter profiles.
  • Customer portal with live link status, usage analytics and SLA metrics.
  • Crew internet accounting with voucher sales, quotas, per‑user statistics and reporting.

Frequently asked questions

What coverage can I expect on my route?

Starlink provides near-global LEO coverage, including high latitudes. We check your planned routes to confirm availability.

How long does installation take?

Typical Starlink maritime terminals are installed within 1–3 days in port.

What speeds and latency are realistic?

Throughput up to 400 Mbps with latency around 20–50 ms, depending on location and network load.

Do I need special approval for Starlink equipment?

We ensure equipment is certified for maritime use and compliant with your vessel’s flag and class society.

Can Starlink be combined with VSAT?

Yes, we configure hybrid SD-WAN for redundancy and automatic failover between Starlink and VSAT on supplied routers.

What are the monthly costs?

Starlink maritime plans typically start from several hundred per month depending on the selected package.