Connectivity

Maritime connectivity has come a long way. For seafarers, this isn’t just a tech upgrade, it’s a lifestyle shift. But it’s not all upsides, argues Tsoukas Costas, Marketing Manager, MarPoint.

Panellists at an Inmarsat Maritime ‘Thriving in the Digital Age’ seminar highlighted the power of connectivity to promote a happy and healthy environment for seafarers while advising a strategic approach to its deployment.

Klaipėda Port has announced that is set to trial Lithuania’s first 5G standalone (SA) network, aiming to enhance connectivity and security. 

Gard P&I Club informs that growing evidence from road safety studies underscores the significant risks posed by mobile phone use, and draws parallels with mobile phone use onboard. 

Pilbara Ports has announced an enhancement to seafarer welfare services through the introduction of a Ship WiFi Support Program.

NorthStandard has published an article to remind seafarers of the best navigational practices to ensure that any GPS problems are less likely to lead to difficulties.

Over half of vessels in Scotland’s coastal waters are effectively “invisible” to standard maritime tracking systems, says Heriot-Watt study.

Elcome International has introduced a high-speed internet service which is changing how ship managers provide internet access at sea. Over 30,000 seafarers have already used the pay-as-you-go service since its launch in September 2024.

South Korean shipping companies are increasingly turning to Starlink, to address the social isolation of sailors.

CTA is received funding for a 5G network as part of an initiative from the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV).