2023-09-25 19:17:53
Hapag-Lloyd improves connectivity at sea with Starlink satellite internet
Hapag-Lloyd is set to transform connectivity at sea with the implementation of Starlink satellite internet technology across its entire fleet. This strategic decision comes after a successful pilot phase.
Since May, crew members aboard four pilot vessels have had the opportunity to test Starlink technology. The feedback from these trials was very positive. High-speed satellite internet has revolutionized seafarers’ communication, enabling seamless video calls and streaming services.
The Starlink satellite network offers impressive bandwidth of up to 250 megabits per second, facilitating not only private use but also allowing Hapag-Lloyd to conduct remote maintenance and vessel inspections. This innovation will result in cost reduction and increased service quality.
Hapag-Lloyd begins the implementation of Starlink in its fleet this year, bringing a notable improvement in communication for seafarers, with gains in fleet efficiency and safety
The next steps towards the implementation of the fast and free Internet offer on board include the completion of the technology order and installation of antennas by the end of 2023 and the gradual activation of the service on the company’s ships, scheduled to start at the beginning of 2024 .
“We are very happy to provide our seafarers with Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet and thereby improve their well-being on board. But also for Fleet Management the change in communication and connectivity will be enormous, said Dr. Maximilian Rothkopf, COO of Hapag-Lloyd,
For Donya-Florence Amer, CIO/CHRO, “the implementation of the new technology in our fleet represents a significant step forward in ensuring maritime connectivity and will revolutionize the way our seafarers stay connected while at sea.”
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With a fleet of 258 modern container ships and a total transport capacity of 1.9 million TEU, Hapag-Lloyd is one of the world’s leading liner shipping companies. The Company has approximately 14,000 employees and 400 offices in 135 countries. Hapag-Lloyd has a container capacity of 2.9 million TEU – including one of the largest and most modern reefer container fleets. A total of 115 scheduled services around the world guarantee fast and reliable connections between more than 600 ports on all continents. Hapag-Lloyd is one of the leading operators in transatlantic, Middle East, Latin America and Intra-America business.
More information at https://www.hapag-lloyd.com/
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