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K Line upgrades satellite communications on 100 ships
A member of the K Line group is retrofitting roro ships and bulk carriers with new satellite communications hardware to support the increasing digitalisation of vessel operations
K Line RoRo Bulk Ship Management (KRBS) is investing in a bonded satellite communications network for more than 100 vessels under its management to increase operational efficiency and crew welfare.
The Japanese group is upgrading connectivity on its roro ships and bulk carriers with Inmarsat’s NexusWave, which combines communications with various constellations including satellites in geostationary orbit (GEO) and those in low Earth orbit (LEO).
Part of this upgrade includes installing very small aperture terminal (VSAT) technology and flat-panel antennas on these vessels over the next two years. Several of these upgrades have already been completed.
Cobham Satcom is supplying VSAT technology designed to communicate with Inmarsat’s Global Xpress (GX) constellation of satellites over Ka-band, a key part of NexusWave.
Denmark-headquartered Cobham Satcom is providing its Sailor XTR GX-R2 antennas, which have a dish with a diameter of 1 m.
KRBS highlighted the value of future-ready connectivity on these roro ships and bulk carriers.
“We selected Cobham Satcom and Inmarsat Maritime as we believe their advanced antenna technology and satellite services will meet and exceed the high standards expected by our crews and our customers,” said KRBS.
“Once installed, always-on connectivity will enable more efficiency for diverse operations, including port clearance, operational reporting, and crucially, support crew welfare through reliable access to video and internet access to stay in touch with their families.”
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