Cobham Satcom has developed an antenna for VSAT technology enabling passenger ships, OSVs and superyachts to seamlessly switch between Ku and Ka bands of radio frequencies, says an article published on Riviera.
Reduce operating costsThe new functionality improves redundancy of satellite communications to ships and enables captains and fleet managers to reduce operating costs and increase connectivity speeds for various client, passenger, seafarer and business...
Maritime Safety Committee approves amendments to maritime safety information instruments and GMDSS provisions to improve emergency communications, reports Riviera Maritime Media.
Maritime safety communications shiftsThis year has seen significant shifts in maritime safety communications as a second Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) takes shape and an emergency response network gets closer to fruition.
IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) approved amendments to SOLAS regulations...
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