Communications&Cyber Security

AST Networks proudly announces its latest success in transforming maritime connectivity through its advances LinkBox Companion solutions. This cutting-edge technology has empowered a major fleet operator to overcome data challenges, optimise network usage, and ensure seamless communication across its vessels.

Faced with the challenge of escalating data demands, the operator upgraded its legacy VSAT Ku-band systems to Starlink but soon encountered significant data consumption issues. AST Networks...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9200-ast-upgrades-linkbox-companion-hybrid-connectivity-system

Sedna, a leader in communication technology for global trade, announces the acquisition of Nordic IT, a pioneering provider of maritime email solutions. This move reinforces email’s position as the primary protocol in maritime, while advancing Sedna’s delivery of AI-powered, connected solutions for the industry.

The acquisition expands Sedna’s customer portfolio to over 500 companies, cementing its position as a leader in maritime communications technology

Strategic leadership appointments in...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9189-sedna-acquires-maritime-email-provider-nordic-it

 At the Intermodal Europe event in the Netherlands, ORBCOMM debuted its next generation of container monitoring solutions to meet the market’s needs for greater supply chain visibility.

“These developments reflect ORBCOMM’s position as the leading provider of maritime IoT solutions to the container shipping industry worldwide” said Sameer Agrawal, CEO of ORBCOMM. “Six of the world’s top 10 shipping lines trust ORBCOMM telematics. With over 30 years of industrial IoT innovation, we have become...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9187-orbcomm-launches-box-container-satellite-monitoring-system

Oslo, 13 November 2024 – A new report published by DNV reveals that the majority (61%) of maritime professionals believe the industry should accept increased cyber risk from digitalization if it enables innovation and new technologies. The sector’s appetite to take on emerging risks arising from digital transformation is notably higher than other critical infrastructure industries including energy, manufacturing and healthcare.

The industry’s increasing appetite for cyber risk comes at a time...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9181-dnv-maritime-s-cyber-risk-appetite-higher-than-other-industries

Navarino is pleased to announce the establishment of its newest subsidiary in Dubai, strategically located in the Middle East to support its growing client base across the region. This new expansion marks an important milestone for Navarino as it continues to enhance its global footprint and deliver localized, high-quality services to its partners and customers.

Located at The Dome Tower, Cluster N, Floor 35 in Jumeirah Lake Towers, the Dubai subsidiary, will play a crucial role in delivering...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9169-navarino-establishes-dubai-subsidiary

In a pioneering move for the maritime industry, FrontM, the leading Maritime Superapp Platform and The Captain’s Table, a premier maritime tech venture platform, are excited to announce their partnership to deliver the first-ever virtual maritime pitch event, revolutionising how startups connect with stakeholders globally.

FrontM strengthens maritime collaboration with its comprehensive platform, fostering connections between ships, shore and a diverse partner ecosystem. One of the platform...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9164-frontm-s-virtual-maritime-pitch-event-together-with-venture-platform-the-captain-s-table

An arbitration dispute highlighted in the latest Claims Review by International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) has concluded with a shipbroker settling a $380,000 claim. Accused of breach of contract and negligence for not disclosing critical navigation restrictions to charterers, the case underscores the paramount importance of transparent communication and due diligence in the shipbroking industry.

The incident began when a shipbroker arranged a charter party (CP) agreement between...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9163-shipbroker-pays-380k-after-ship-s-certificate-blocked-by-spam-filter

KVH Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: KVHI), today announced that it has substantially completed a 75-vessel connectivity upgrade for commercial dry bulk operator Pacific Basin Shipping, a longtime KVH customer. KVH is delivering worldwide communications to more than 75 Pacific Basin vessels using the KVH ONE® multi-orbit, multi-channel network, including the addition of Low Earth Orbit service via Starlink. These vessels are using KVH TracPhone® V7-HTS terminals, new Starlink Flat High Performance...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9162-pacific-basin-upgrades-comms-on-75-vessels-with-kvh-starlink

Marlink, the leading managed services provider of business-critical ICT solutions, will supply its Sealink NextGen network solution for Brazil’s biggest crude and product tanker operator, Transpetro.

The hybrid solution includes Marlink’s global VSAT integrated to the high throughput, low latency Starlink solution together with MSS as back-up. The installation will include Marlink’s XChange network management platform to enable software-defined application routing, WiFi and VoIP services as well...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9154-transpetro-to-use-marlink-s-vsat-starlink-hybrid-solution-on-26-tankers

Pulsar International, a leading provider of maritime solutions using satellite and cellular connectivity, announced the launch of Pulsar Community™, a unified collaboration solution for ship-shore teams. Pulsar Community is a maritime platform with numerous apps providing connectivity, entertainment, tele-health, and more. Community helps increase operational efficiency, ensure safety, and keep crew connected with each other onboard and ship-to-shore.

“Ship operators and managers rely on us for...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/maritime-satellite-communications/item/9150-pulsar-launches-pulsar-community-for-ship-shore-team-collaboration