Connectivity demand booms as leisure vessels become safer, reports IEC Telecom

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Demand for faster and cheaper connectivity at sea is set to increase as sailing is recognised as a safer place to work, travel and holiday during the COVID-19 pandemic says satcom specialist IEC Telecom, which is experiencing an increase in enquiries from vessel operators in the maritime leisure sector.

With ‘lockdowns’ and restrictions easing in some parts of the world, yacht owners are now able to enjoy ‘social distancing’ onboard their vessels, which is leading to a boost in demand for...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/6785-connectivity-demand-booms-as-leisure-vessels-become-safer-reports-iec-telecom

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