How is Innovation in Communications Driving the Future of Shipping

Martin Reason

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MSS - Inmarsat Existing & Evolved

INMARSAT CInmarsat C is primarily used for Asset Tracking (VMS)and for Global MaritimeDistress & Safety Systems (GMDSS)

INMARSAT FLEETInmarsat Fleet 33, 55 and 77 are legacy Inmarsat Maritime services providing high quality voice, circuit switched data andISDN services which had provided (and continues to provide) reliablecommunications for vessels at sea.

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MSS - Inmarsat FLEETBROADBAND

INMARSAT FLEETBROADBANDAt the forefront of MSS maritime communications, Inmarsat FleetBroadband provides broadband data and voice, simultaneously, through a compact antenna on a global basis. There are 3 types of Fleet Broadband terminals available, with different performance capabilities and size depending on the customer requirements.

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MSS - Iridium Voice and Data Solutions

IRIDIUM PILOTPowered by the Iridium OpenPort broadband service, Iridium Pilot gives you exceptional performance, durability and value at sea, anywhere - plus the peace of mind that comes with a five-year limited warranty and Iridium Pilot Global Service Program.

The Iridium network enables you to communicate from any point on the globe, including oceans, airways and polar regions.

No other satellite communications service offers such complete coverage.

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MSS - Thuraya Voice & Data Solutions

Thuraya offers a range of reliable and cost-effective maritime voice and data products which can keep you connected at sea, no matter the type of vessel you are crewing.

Thuraya Atlas IP delivers added value to end-users seeking advanced connectivity and greater operational efficiency on board ships. It provides merchant maritime, fishing, government and leisure users with a purpose-designed, fully-featured maritime satellite terminal that supports voice and broadband IP data connectivity at speeds of up to 444kbps.

For ship owners or managers who need a robust and highly reliable maritime-specific terminal for basic data and VoIP capabilities, look no further than the Thuraya Orion IP. It is ideal for VSAT backup with standard IP of 444kbs and streaming IP of 384kbs.

The Seagull 5000i with Fax Connect is a voice, data and fax satellite terminal with a built-in GPS tracking system that keeps vessels connected at sea. The SF2500 is voice satellite terminal that combines voice capabilities, crew calling, GPS tracking, Geofencing and SMS services in a compact, cost-effective package.

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MSS - Future Technologies: Iridium NEXT

Iridium NEXT will drive innovation, create opportunities, and change the way people and organizations communicate - everywhere on the planet. • 66 operational Low Earth Orbiting (LEO) advanced communications satellites• 6 in-orbit spare satellites• 9 ground spares• Back-up gateway and command-and-control facilities

EXPECTED IRIDIUM NEXT SERVICES• Voice - 2.4kbps (w MOS3.5)• Circuit Switched Data - 9.6-64kbps• Short Burst Data - Bandwidth on Demand• Iridium OpenPort - 128-512kbps• Iridium OpenPort Aero - 128-512kbps• L Band High Speed - Up to 512kbps up / 1.5mbps down• Broadcast - 64mbps

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VSAT C Band

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VSAT KU Band

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VSAT KA Band