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Globe launches iFusion
(Sep 3 2010)
- Globe Wireless has launched a new maritime satellite communications system called Globe iFusion, incorporating a FleetBroadband 250, a communications management gateway, and onboard GSM equipment. >>more
Combined VSAT and FB system from MTN
(Sep 3 2010)
- MTN Satellite Communications has introduced StreamXcel Plus, a new integrated hardware and software solution for managing shipboard satellite communications, which incorporates both VSAT and FleetBroadband services. >>more
GE launches new satcom service
(Sep 3 2010)
- GE-Satcom has launched a new maritime satellite communications service, offering Ku-band VSAT connectivity supported by an L-band back-up terminal. >>more
Ku-band expansion in Middle East
(Sep 3 2010)
- Ship Equip, New Wave Broadband and Telenor Satellite Broadcasting (TSB) have signed a multi-year agreement for the provision of satellite capacity and iDirect services in the Middle East. >>more
Simulator training research to investigate human factors
(Sep 3 2010)
- Kongsberg Maritime has reached an agreement with the Research Council of Norway, whereby the organisations will cooperate in the development of a user-directed research programme called SIMAR - Simulation of Demanding Maritime Operations - aimed at improving simulation training by enhancing focus on human factors. >>more
Stena Line upgrades VSAT service
(Sep 3 2010)
- Stena Line has renewed and upgraded its satellite communications contract with Marlink, which now includes integrated satellite telephony access to 34 vessels and internet access to 27 vessels. >>more
US Navy to trial voyage optimisation system
(Sep 3 2010)
- Jeppesen has agreed a contract with the US Navy for a 6-month trial evaluation of the Jeppesen Vessel and Voyage Optimization Solution (VVOS), which combines ocean weather forecasts, computer modelling of ship performance, and route optimisation algorithms to assist in voyage planning. >>more
USCG issues AIS caution for Eastern US
(Sep 3 2010)
- The US Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a caution to AIS users within the Eastern United States to inform them that they may inadvertently be operating on the wrong AIS channels.
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Martek introduces smoke monitoring system
(Sep 3 2010)
- Martek Marine has introduced its new Vigilant product, a calibrated funnel smoke monitoring system used to keep track of ship emissions. >>more
Imtech AMCS certified
(Sep 3 2010)
- Germanischer Lloyd has certified a new alarm, monitoring and control system developed by Imtech Marine Germany and Free Technics, two companies in the Imtech Marine group. >>more
Bourbon Offshore to install Palantir system
(Aug 27 2010)
- Bourbon Offshore Norway has agreed a contract with maritime technology company Palantir for the delivery of Palantir's KeepUp@Sea solution on 20 Bourbon Offshore vessels. >>more
3-year VSAT deal for Hellespont Progress
(Aug 27 2010)
- MTN Satellite Communications and Maritime Broadband have been selected to provide communication services to the MT Hellespont Progress product tanker, under a 36-month agreement with German-based vessel operator Hellespont Ship Management. >>more
Beluga to install Maris MDS
(Aug 27 2010)
- Beluga Shipping is to introduce the MDS system from Maris on 50 multipurpose heavy lift project carriers. >>more
Hughes VSAT for BEEMAR fleet
(Aug 27 2010)
- BEEMAR is to install VSAT communications systems provided by Hughes Network Systems and Environmental Safety Systems International (ESSI) across its fleet of new Dynamic Positioning 2 (DP-2) Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs). >>more
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