Iridium® GMDSS

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IRIDIUM GLOBAL MARITIME DISTRESS AND SAFETY SYSTEM

The Iridium® GMDSS service brings reliable, truly global GMDSS services to the market for the first time, giving the maritime industry real choice and making critical safety services available anywhere on the globe. Leading the way is the Lars Thrane LT-3100S GMDSS terminal, a truly versatile safety system that not only provides all the required GMDSS Distress Alerting and voice support but also offers non-safety features in one package.

AST - APPOINTED GMDSS SERVICE PROVIDER

Blue Sky Satellite Communication in partnership with AST – Applied Satellite Technologies, are well positioned to provide the service and aftersales support to ensure a reliable safety solution for your vessels. Times are changing with the Iridium Connected® GMDSS device developed by Lars Thrane that integrates all three satellite GMDSS services at a fraction of the cost of existing competitive options, and it is the first solution to offer truly global GMDSS services.

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With Iridium GMDSS, mariners will be able to sail with confidence" - Iridium

 

“It is not every day that you get to announce the launch of a service that will most certainly save lives and is bringing innovation to this important maritime service.”

– Matt Desch, CEO of Iridium

Capability

Coverage

Cost

All Iridium Connected® GMDSS terminals come standard with functionality for all satellite GMDSS services. Unlike the historic options, Iridium Connected GMDSS terminals initiate both Distress Alert and Safety Voice quickly with the press of just one button.

The Iridium network is designed to work in extreme conditions at sea. Our unique constellation of 66 cross-linked satellites in Low-Earth Orbit provides reliable coverage, even in adverse weather, around the entire globe, including over the Arctic and Antarctic waters in Sea Area A4.

The inaugural Iridium Connected GMDSS terminal from Lars Thrane supplies all three satellite GMDSS services at about 25 percent of the cost of the current equipment required to do the same, allowing more vessels to access these life-saving services.

IRIDIUM GMDSS SERVICES

Distress Alert

Activated by the press of a button, distress alerting sends basic, but critical data to a Rescue Coordination Centre (RCC).

  • ID
  • Status
  • Position

Safety Voice

Connect to an RCC and other maritime authorities through a call to share additional details about the distress situation.

  • High Priority Calling
  • Hydrographic Reporting (Navigational Dangers)
  • Medical Advice and Assistance

Maritime Safety Information (MSI)

MSI is transmitted through an Enhanced Group Call (EGC) service called Iridium SafetyCastSM.

  • Navigational
  • Meteorological
  • Safety-Related

Additional Features

  • Distress Alert Relay
  • Shore-to-Ship Distress Calling
  • Maritime Assistance
  • Standard Maritime Calling & Messaging

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

Iridium GMDSS offers coverage, capability, and cost advantages over the historic option, providing mariners with enhanced safety at sea never before possible. Iridium GMDSS is the first and only GMDSS solution to offer truly global coverage, including polar regions, enhancing safety at sea and offering reliable coverage where Inmarsat does not.

 

All Iridium Connected® GMDSS terminals come standard with functionality for all satellite GMDSS services, and initiate both Distress Alert and Safety Voice quickly with the press of just one button. The initial Iridium Connected GMDSS terminal from Lars Thrane supplies all three satellite GMDSS services at about 25 percent of the cost of the competitive equipment required to do the same, allowing more vessels to access these life-saving services.

Over the past 15 years, Iridium and its Value-Added Manufacturers have built an impressive track record of providing global safety and security to mariners everywhere. Today, Iridium equipment is already used on more than 50,000 vessels around the world. The Iridium network is resilient, robust, and a trusted provider for the maritime market. The addition of Iridium GMDSS services allows mariners to feel safer anywhere at sea.

More than 1.4 million people, organizations, and things rely on Iridium to provide critical communications all over the world. Iridium’s crosslinked mesh architecture creates a web of coverage encompassing 100% of the planet from Low Earth Orbit, providing low-latency, weather resilient services unlike any other satellite provider.

 

As Iridium developed its GMDSS service, it underwent a multi-year process that included strict testing protocols, multiple reviews with panels of experts, and examinations to obtain Recognition from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and a Letter of Compliance from IMO’s GMDSS regulator, the International Mobile Satellite Organization (IMSO). Furthermore, IMSO conducts quarterly examinations of Iridium’s operations to ensure that they continue to be in compliance with the IMO’s requirements.

Iridium and its partners are committed to providing global safety and security to mariners everywhere. Today, Iridium Connected equipment is already used on 50,000 vessels around the world for non-GMDSS safety and security purposes including Ship Security Alert System (SSAS), Long-Range Identification Tracking (LRIT), Search & Rescue (SAR), Fisheries VMS & Catch Reporting, Emissions Monitoring (MRV), E-Navigation, Anti-Piracy & Citadel Solutions, and Ice Navigation. To learn more about Iridium maritime safety solutions, please visit https://www.iridium.com/solutions/maritime/safety/.

Iridium is providing unprecedented coverage by enabling GMDSS satellite services around the entire globe, including over the Arctic and Antarctic waters in Sea Area A4, even in adverse weather.

Iridium GMDSS distress services are available at no charge to subscribers. There are a number of commercial plans available to cover standard calling and data communications through Iridium Connected equipment, including GMDSS terminals. Please contact an Iridium GMDSS service provider to learn more.

Iridium Connected GMDSS terminals can work alongside existing GMDSS equipment to add services and improve coverage.

Iridium GMDSS has launched with a majority of METAREAs and NAVAREAs broadcasting information to vessels with Iridium Connected equipment. If a METAREA or NAVAREA coordinator does not send their information to the Iridium GMDSS system, then the vessel will not receive the weather and navigation broadcasts for that region, though GMDSS Distress Alert and Safety Voice will still be available. Iridium continues to work with the remaining METAREAs and NAVAREAs to bring this critical safety information to vessels traveling anywhere in the world.  Vessel owners should always consult with their flag administration and Port State Authorities to ensure they are operating in a compliant manner.

The Iridium network is a trusted provider of safety and security services to more than 50,000 vessels around the world (80 percent of which are non-SOLAS). Many smaller, non-SOLAS vessels rely on GMDSS and other safety services to allow their crews to feel truly safe anywhere at sea.

Iridium GMDSS allows ships to quickly send definitive location and identification information to a Rescue Coordination Centers (RCC) and speak to an RCC operator to share key distress information, within 30 seconds of pressing the red distress button. Additionally, Iridium GMDSS includes Iridium SafetyCastSM, which delivers important navigational and meteorological information to vessels with Iridium onboard, enabling proactive safety measures. Iridium’s global GMDSS services could have a significant effect on the success of a Search and Rescue operation. 

Iridium GMDSS services are currently available exclusively through Lars Thrane’s LT-3100S GMDSS system, which operates on Iridium’s narrowband services.

 

Iridium Certus maritime equipment manufacturers are currently working with Iridium to meet regulatory requirements to offer GMDSS through their terminals as well. More details will be shared as the process continues.

Iridium GMDSS Equipment: LT-3100S

Lars Thrane manufactures the first Iridium Connected® GMDSS terminal, LT-3100S. Iridium Certus maritime equipment manufacturers Cobham, Thales, and Intellian are currently working with Iridium to develop auxiliary equipment for their existing broadband terminals to offer GMDSS through the Iridium Certus platform. More details will be shared as the process continues.

Iridium GMDSS enhances safety at sea, offering reliable coverage where Inmarsat does not, including Arctic and Antarctic waters in Sea Area A4. Unlike the historic solution, the LT-3100S GMDSS System comes standard with functionality for all satellite GMDSS services: Distress Alert, Safety Voice, and Maritime Safety Information (MSI). Plus, Iridium Connected GMDSS terminals initiate both Distress Alert and Safety Voice quickly at the press of a button.

 

The LT-3100S is available for about 25 percent of the cost of the current equipment required to do the same, allowing more vessels access to these life-saving services anywhere in the world. Please contact an Iridium GMDSS service provider to learn more.

Iridium Equipment used to comply with SOLAS must be Type Approved by their Flag State. For vessels that are not using Iridium GMDSS Equipment to comply with SOLAS requirements (such as non-SOLAS vessels), Type Approval is not an issue.

In December 2020, the European Union’s Marine Equipment Directive (MED) type-approved the LT-3100S. This approval is recognized by all members of the European Union, as well as many other countries. The United States, Canada, and Marshall Islands have independently type-approved the LT-3100S. Lars Thrane continues to receive additional approvals. For the latest list, please visit https://www.iridium.com/gmdss/launch.

Iridium has obtained Recognition from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and a Letter of Compliance from IMO’s GMDSS regulator, the International Mobile Satellite Organization (IMSO), to be a provider of GMDSS. As always, vessel owners are ultimately responsible for working with their flag administration and Port State Authorities on all compliance questions.

Yes, the process for cancelling a Distress Alarm on the LT-3100S is quite simple and easy. When the Red Button is pressed to activate a Distress Alert, an option to cancel the Distress Alert appears on the screen. The operator can simply select this option and confirm the cancellation. Once a Distress Alert has been cancelled, the Rescue Coordination Centre (RCC) will be notified. Please note that the RCC may still follow-up with the vessel.

The LT-3100S should be connected to an approved GMDSS power supply along with the other GMDSS communications equipment to ensure ongoing connectivity in the event of power loss. 

Iridium Certus maritime equipment manufacturers Cobham, Thales, and Intellian are currently working with Iridium to develop auxiliary equipment for their existing broadband terminals to offer GMDSS through the Iridium Certus platform. More details will be shared as the process continues.

Rescue Coordination Centres (RCCs)

Within 10 seconds of being activated, the LT-3100S terminal displays a “delivered” notification, indicating that Iridium’s centralized GMDSS system has received the Distress Alert. Once the Rescue Coordination Centre (RCC) has acknowledged their receipt of the Distress Alert, the terminal will display an “acknowledged” notification.

 

After the first “Distress” notification, the terminal will automatically initiate a Distress Call from the terminal to the RCC, allowing those onboard to share additional details about the distress situation, including the nature of the emergency and other information, such as how many people are on-board.

The default for GMDSS services is the international maritime language “Seaspeak”, which is based on English. However, Iridium GMDSS users can select a specific Rescue Coordination Centre from their own region or country for all emergency communications, regardless of vessel location. If the on-board coordinators cannot speak English or Seaspeak, this is recommended.

Maritime Safety Information (MSI) / Iridium SafetyCastSM

Maritime Safety Information (MSI) is transmitted through an Enhanced Group Call (EGC) service called Iridium SafetyCast. The main type of information broadcast through this service is navigational and meteorological information and warnings. Depending on location, additional information, such as anti-piracy and ice reports, may be available. RCCs can also broadcast safety-related information through Iridium SafetyCast.

All international EGC broadcasts are sent in English; however, some Coastal Warning information may be sent in a national language.

In addition to supporting all three satellite GMDSS services in one terminal, Iridium Connected GMDSS equipment enables other safety and non-safety capabilities including shore-to-ship distress calling, maritime assistance, and standard calling and messaging (SMS).

AST OPTIMA PACKAGE

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The all-inclusive 36-month fixed fee Iridium Certus® package for land and maritime by AST

The all-inclusive Iridium Certus® package from AST provides outstanding value for users who require dependable global connectivity without the constraint of upfront capital investment.

INTEGRA Control, AST’s unique real-time application control for communications is included to enable users to pro-actively manage traffic and control usage, avoiding overage charges and providing peace of mind as well as saving costs.

All-inclusive 36-month fixed fee package*

AST OPTIMA INCLUDES:

  • Cobham SATCOM SAILOR 4300, Intellian C700 or Thales VesseLINK or MissionLINK hardware terminal
  • Airtime plan of your choice
  • INTEGRA Control and IRIS tracking
  • Full extended warranty
  • Comprehensive 24/7 support
  • All for one fixed monthly fee

*Terms and conditions apply

 

AST Optima Package  

Customer Terms and Conditions 
Terms & Conditions

Complete details of the Terms and Conditions can be found by following the link above.

Customer FAQs

Contact Blue Sky Satellite Communications on by calling +357 25311400 or emailing using the following email: operations@bluesky-sat.com. The necessary agreements will be provided for you to complete and submitted to obtain approval to then ship the desired equipment.

A key benefit of the AST Optima Package is providing a complete value for money communication solution by enabling you to control your costs and manage your data usage.

This can be achieved through:

  • No Capex and no upfront costs
  • Simplicity, peace of mind, no surprises (*)
  • INTEGRA Control – included so that you’re in control and avoid or limit overage charges (*)
  • Flexibility to upgrade / downgrade
  • 24/7/365 Global Customer Support.

The AST Optima package Terms and Conditions are available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com)

All existing BSSC terms and conditions are available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com)

  • Your chosen satellite communication hardware and selected airtime subscription (as stated as available in the Optima Terms and Conditions), and appropriate AST Value Added Services are provided by AST. The AST Service Fee is also included.
  • You arrange insurance, installation and pay for any airtime overage. Any non-standard peripherals or accessories (e.g. phones, handsets, non-standard cables, etc.) are available at extra cost and must be paid up front or to agreed terms.
  • For full details of what is included refer to the AST Optima package Terms and Conditions (available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com)

You have a choice of an Iridium Certus terminal and airtime subscription (as stated as available in the Optima Terms and Conditions); all other elements of the AST Optima package are mandatory. Any non-standard peripherals or accessories (e.g. phones, handsets, non-standard cables, etc.) are available at extra cost and must be paid up front or to agreed terms.
For full details of what is included refer to the AST Optima package Terms and Conditions (available via our website) Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com)

Insurance, installation and airtime overage are specifically excluded from the AST optima Package. Only the elements described in point 3 of the AST Optima Package terms and conditions (available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com) are expressly included, everything else will be deemed as excluded.

You can choose from three maritime terminals (Cobham SAILOR 4300 or Thales VesseLINK or Intellian C700) and one land terminal (Thales MissionLINK).

The Cobham SAILOR 4300 19” rackmount terminal and the Intellian C700 19” rackmount terminal are not included as standard with the AST Optima Package but are available as an option. To discuss this option please refer to your Account Manager.

Not all airtime costs are included, for example, you would need to pay for any airtime over your subscription’s specified airtime allowance (data overage, voice). However, the AST Optima Package includes ASTs INTEGRA Control service which allows you to pro-actively manage and control, in real-time, the applications using your satellite connection, and therefore avoid or limit data overage charges.

The AST Optima Package has been designed so that no upfront payments are necessary, and costs associated with the hardware are spread over the agreed term.

The 36-month contract starts from the date of activation. Please refer to point 17 of the AST Optima package Terms and Conditions (available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com) for additional activation conditions.

The contract is a fixed term of 36 months.

Title of goods for hardware does not pass from Blue Sky Satellite Communications to the customer until the final payment is received by AST through Blue Sky Satellite Communications at the end of the 36-month term.

Yes, 36-month warranty is included in the AST Optima Package.

No, In purchasing the AST Optima package, the customer agrees to have adequate insurance in place for the full 36-month term, to the MSRP replacement value of the hardware. (Cobham 4300, Thales VesseLINK and Intellian C700 MSRP is $8995, Thales MissionLINK MSRP is $8195).

Yes, in accordance with the AST Optima Package terms and conditions (available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com).

Yes, the hardware must be activated to use; activation instructions are supplied with the shipped hardware. Any hardware not activated by the customer within 30 days will be invoiced at the MSRP stated in point 7 of the AST Optima Package terms and conditions (available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com).

Upgrades and downgrades are permitted in accordance with the AST Optima Package terms and conditions. In the first instance please refer to our terms and conditions (available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com); or contact your Account Manager.

Yes. In purchasing the AST Optima package, the customer agrees to have adequate insurance in place for the full 36-month term, to the MSRP replacement value of the hardware. Please refer to the AST Optima package Terms and Conditions (available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com) for the specified hardware MSRP.

Please refer to your Insurance Broker as necessary. In purchasing the AST Optima package, the customer agrees to have adequate insurance in place for the full 36-month term, to the MSRP replacement value of the hardware. Please refer to the AST Optima package Terms and Conditions (available via our website Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com) for the specified hardware MSRP. Payments to AST via Blue Sky Satellite Communications under the terms of the Optima Package will continue to be due.

Repair and maintenance of the hardware is provided in line with the terms and conditions of warranty applicable to your hardware (Cobham or Thales); please refer to your warranty documents in the first instance or Terms and Conditions – Blue Sky Satellite Communications (bluesky-sat.com) – Blue Sky Satellite Communications General Terms & Conditions of Sale – section 4.

 

Any repair or maintenance that falls outside of warranty please contact ASTs 24/7/365 Global Customer Support team to discuss options – contact the team via:

  • Phone: +44 (0)1493 441 485
  • Email: globalcustomersupport@theastgroup.com
  • Live Chat: www.theastgroup.com/uk/support
  • Skype: AST Customer Service 
  • Call free from your Iridium terminal via short code 4493

As with all services provided by AST you have access to the AST 24/7/365 staffed Global Customer Support team. Contact the team via:

 

  • Phone: +44 (0)1493 441 485
  • Email: globalcustomersupport@theastgroup.com
  • Live Chat: www.theastgroup.com/uk/support
  • Skype: AST Customer Service 
  • Call free from your Iridium terminal via short code 4493

At the end of the 36-month term, once the final payment is received by AST the title of goods for hardware will pass from AST to the customer via Blue Sky Satellite Communications. After the end of the term, your invoice will reflect the charges for the individual elements of INTEGRA Control, IRIS (Thales terminals only) and airtime subscription, but no hardware charges.

At the end of the 36-month term, once the final payment is received by AST  through Blue Sky satellite Communications the title of goods for hardware will pass from AST to the customer.

At the end of the term, assuming all payments have been made in accordance with the agreement, there are no additional charges and you will receive ownership of the hardware. Title of goods for hardware does not pass from AST to the customer until the final payment is received by AST  through Blue Sky Satellite Communications at the end of the 36-month term.

The AST Optima Package has been specifically designed to offer the best value for money options of AST value added services, Iridium Certus hardware and airtime in one convenient monthly fee and this includes ASTs flagship INTEGRA Control Service. It is not possible to opt for one of the other INTEGRA Services instead.

The contract period cannot be extended.

Request for early termination will be considered on a case by case basis, please contact your local Account Manager. NOTE: the default position is all remaining charges for the remainder of the agreement become due.

For all sales/pre-sales questions please refer to your Account Manager.


For post-Sales support please contact ASTs 24/7/365 staffed Global Customer Services team. Contact the team via:
– Phone: +44 (0)1493 441 485
– Email: globalcustomersupport@theastgroup.com
– Live Chat: www.theastgroup.com/uk/support
– Skype: AST Customer Services
– Call free from your Iridium terminal via short code 4493

Iridium Certus® Broadband

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WHAT IS IRIDIUM CERTUS?

Iridium Certus is the new advanced multi-service platform enabled by the upgraded Iridium constellation. Extending the reach of terrestrial and cellular infrastructure like never before, Iridium Certus mobile satellite communications across maritime, IoT, aviation, land mobile, and government applications.

Iridium Certus enables voice and data services, including remote communications, personnel tracking, and over-the-horizon, beyond line-of-sight, and on-the-move communications at a range of speeds at your command.

The Global Iridium Network 

Iridium’s unique, crosslinked mesh architecture creates a web of coverage encompassing 100% of the planet from Low Earth Orbit, providing low-latency, weather resilient services unlike any other satellite provider. No other network matches the reach, coverage, and reliability of Iridium – regardless of flight path. Iridium Network

Iridium Certus® 

Leveraging the power of Iridium’s global, L-band network, Iridium Certus redefines the capabilities of mobile satellite communications across maritime, IoT, aviation, land mobile, and government applications. Iridium Certus is ideal for supporting critical connectivity needs regardless of location, terrain, and weather events – all in a single platform.

Bringing you high quality services anywhere in the world at a range of speeds.

With speeds up to 704 Kbps*, Iridium Certus was designed as a flexible platform and will continue to evolve, providing both higher and lower data speeds to address customer needs.

  • Background IP Data
  • Streaming IP Data
  • High Quality Voice
  • Messaging
  • Prepaid Voice & Data
  • Safety Services
  • Secondary Data Flows
  • Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS)**
  • Aeronautical Mobile Satellite Route Service (AMS(R)S)

*The Iridium network is capable of supporting speeds up to 1408 Kbps. Future development of Iridium Certus 1400 service is dependent on market demand.
**IMO recognition received in 2018, with Iridium GMDSS narrowband services expected in 2020, followed later by Iridium Certus GMDSS.

Solutions ranging in size, weight, and power to meet your needs.

Iridium Certus services are provided through Iridium Connected® equipment to support broadband and midband voice and data capabilities for ships, vehicles, aircraft, and IoT devices. One terminal can deliver a range of services from multiple high-quality voice lines to the highest throughput L-band data speeds available, allowing simultaneous operations for business efficiency.

Versitility and Reliability Through One Platform

Maritime

For years, the maritime industry has been forced into long-term contracts and expensive service plans because due to limited options for satellite broadband connectivity. Now, with Iridium CertusSM, mariners can realize the truly global advantages of the Iridium network for business operations, safety services, IoT applications, and crew welfare. For the first time within the mobile satellite communications market, real choice and superior connectivity are available to the maritime community anywhere on the planet.

 

Land Mobile

Iridium Certus extends the reach of terrestrial and cellular infrastructure like never before with truly mobile communications capabilities ideal for critical connectivity needs anywhere on the planet. With a range of data speeds available, and even more on the way, Iridium Certus provides a reliable connection for voice and data services, including telephony, satellite internet, Land Mobile Radio (LMR), and location-based applications. With Iridium Certus, customers can control costs by eliminating the need to deploy expensive, ground-based infrastructure or large, directional terminals that rely on geostationary satellites.

Aviation

Iridium Certus for aviation will deliver high-performance services from the cockpit to the cabin. Through small-form-factor, low-profile antennas, Iridium Certus will be ideal for aircraft operators looking to keep crew and passengers connected – supporting email, internet, voice and data communications, everywhere on the planet.

Government

The Iridium network provides unmatched secure communications anywhere on the planet, including the polar regions. Iridium Certus will enable voice, data, and push-to-talk messages, remote communications, personnel tracking, and over-the-horizon, beyond line-of-sight, and on-the-move communications at a range of speeds at your command.  Government and military customers will be able to rely on the secure, low-latency broadband connectivity of Iridium Certus through the dedicated U.S. Government gateway and controlled infrastructure

ITC Global Satellite Services

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Based on high-throughput satellites (HTS) and traditional wideband, the network delivers Ku-band connectivity with near 100% uptime, up to 10Mbps of throughput and coverage spanning 98% of the world’s most trafficked maritime routes. 

As the world’s largest buyer of commercial space segment, ITC Global is revolutionizing today’s VSAT market with game-changing pricing and service delivery to mining camps, energy platforms and maritime vessels at sea.  

Future-proofed to scale with the evolving needs of our customers, Panasonic’s next generation network includes new custom-designed HTS and Extreme-HTS (XTS) payloads doubling network capacity into the future. 

BOUNDLESS BROADBAND

Panasonic Avionics built its network to support the world’s major international airlines. Now a Panasonic company and among the world’s largest providers of industrial-grade satellite communications solutions, ITC Global leverages the network’s boundless connectivity with carrier-grade engineering, superior high-throughput performance, rigorous security and the largest global reach – delivering non-stop broadband to oil and gas hotspots, mining camps and transoceanic routes across the globe.

NETWORK COVERAGE

HIGH AVAILABILITY KU-BAND NETWORK DESIGNED FOR MOBILITY MARKETS:

ITC Globals custom-designed network offers near 100% uptime with a minimum of 10Mbps to support the connectivity needs of the energy, mining and maritime customers. The network covers 98% of all maritime traffic routes, and is adding high-throughput satellite capacity that will wrap around the globe.

NETWORK DIFFERENTIATORS

  • Purpose-Built: Covers 100% of all major oil and gas hotspots worldwide, 99.9% of aero traffic routes, and greater than 98% percent of global maritime routes worldwide
  • Boundless Connectivity: Ku-band HTS and traditional wideband with added HTS and planned extreme high-throughput (XTS) capacity over high-density routes
  • Seamless Interoperability: Automatic beam switching and mix of wide and spot beams for greatest possible throughput across the network
  • Scalable and Future-Proof: Abundant capacity for growth, new mobility and operational innovations
  • Ground Segment Agnostic: Supports a full range of antenna sizes and uses a global MPLS backbone
  • Price and Performance Advantage: Economy and ubiquity passed on to customers

Fleet Xpress

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Fleet Xpress delivers high data speeds enabled by Inmarsat’s Global Xpress Ka-band technology combined with the proven reliability of Inmarsat’s FleetBroadband L-band service. Fleet Broadband being the backup service of the main Global Xpress service, the switch between both services is fullymanaged by Inmarsat via the Network Service Device (NSD). The NSD is a box built on the Cisco 2911. Guaranteed global bandwidth ensures that ship owners and operators can improve business intelligence, enhance efficiency, performance and crew welfare, and in turn run their businesses more effectively. 

Features:

  • Unlimited data service across Ka-band and FB on one price
  • Fully Managed service
  • Affordable voice calls
  • Multiple voice options for crew and operations
  • 24/7 support
  • A variety of flexible data plans

Benifits:

  • Continuous Connectivity: Ultimate reliability through a dual satellite constellation using Ka-band with unlimited L-band back-up, ensuring seamless global mobility
  • Guaranteed Performance: Committed data rates backed-up by service level agreements guarantee that the customer always gets what they pay for
  • Controlled Costs: More accurate cost management with a wide selection of flexible subscription packages and one invoice
  • Fully Managed Support: Standardized plug-and-play service with 24/7/365 management, monitoring and support globally, for simplicity and complete peace of mind
  • Business Applications: A unique opportunity for enhanced operations by deploying value added services developed by third party application providers.

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BGAN offers Standard IP and a portfolio of guaranteed Streaming IP rates to meet all your data, voice and video needs wherever you’re located

BGAN portable

Global coverage

BGAN is available across the globe, with the exception of the extreme polar regions, providing connectivity wherever your business or operations take you.

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BGAN services are delivered via the Inmarsat-4 network, with 99.9 per cent satellite and ground network availability.

Simultaneous voice and data

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Totally flexible

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Streaming IP and BGAN X-Stream™

BGAN supports a range of guaranteed on-demand Streaming IP rates from 32kbps to at least 384kbps, and up to 450kbps with BGAN X-Stream™.

Easy to use

No technical expertise or training is needed to set up and use BGAN. All terminals are plug and play, so you can go onlne within minutes.

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Cobham Explorer 710 

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Provides a minimum throughput of 580kbps with its full channel option, but users can expect to see an average speed of 600-700kbps, reaching as high as 800kbps.

You can double the streaming rates by bonding two terminals together, enabling connection speeds over 1Mbps, which was previously only possible on a VSAT uplink. To obtain such speeds it is necessary to use special hardware server. Morsviazsputnik recommends to use its own server to recieve a bounding service.

Should you wish to install a bonding mode in your Explorer 710 teminals please do not hesitate to contact Marsat Helpdesk team via email: helpdesk@marsat.ru.https://www.youtube.com/embed/F7g29_lp_YA?feature=oembed

Cobham Explorer 510

The EXPLORER 510 satellite terminal is a global WiFi hotspot with Internet speeds of up to 464 Kbps to any in-range wireless device such as laptops, tablets and smartphones. What makes the 510 different from other BGAN terminals is it includes smartphone integration. The “Explorer Control App” gives total control over the 510, such as displaying signal strength, overall usage (in Megabytes), and allowing you to send or receive texts (including using your iPhone iMessage or other texting program).It also turns your smartphone into a satellite phone to place or receive phone calls from anyone in the world. The 510 is the most portable BGAN on the market and surprisingly one of the least expensive. It is ideal for all applications in remote or urban locations that require Internet and phone anywhere. https://www.youtube.com/embed/n53zBGFhZ7Q?feature=oembed

Global WiFi Hotspot
As a standard WiFi hotspot, use the 510 as you would any Internet connection with your laptop or smart device. It’s able to connect with up to 11 devices simultaneously without any configuration changes. It has an amazing wireless range of 100 meters (300 feet), so the terminal can be outside, while someone can be connected wirelessly inside. And with global coverage, no matter where you travel, you will be able to get online.

Explorer 510 Top Features:

  • Most portable BGAN terminal (7.8″ x 7.8″ x 1.6″) and lightweight at 3.1 lbs (1.4kg)
  • High-Speed Internet up to 464 Kbps (94.5% as fast as the fastest BGAN).
  • Extreme weather tolerances – IP66 (water jets from any direction)
  • Powerful Wi-Fi hotspot (up to 328′ ft or 100 meters)
  • Smartphone App lets the phone control the 510 and make/receive voice calls

Hughes 9201

BGAN 300

Combines ultimate performance with extremely rugged design, and provides access to the highest bandwidth available on the BGAN network. Ideal for bandwidth-hungry applications, such as live video, or for teams using standard office applications.

The Hughes HNS-9201 BGAN Terminal is easy to use in semi-fixed and portable environments.

 The rugged design of the 9201 allows the terminal to be installed outside in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time. Multiple user support allows your entire team to share a single 9201 simultaneously, providing the site with a broadband local area network. The terminal’s small size and weight allows you to easily move it from site to site and be connected again within minutes. When you’re at a remote site, sending and receiving the information you need is critical. The Inmarsat BGAN service, together with the 9201, offers a true alternative network that enables corporate teams to communicate their critical information—anywhere, anytime.

Applications

Remote Access – High-speed access to your corporate network, enabling access to company and customer information.

  • Internet – Access the internet at speeds up to 492kbps.
  • Email – Send and receive email via the internet or email applications.
  • Telephony – Make phone calls via a peripheral handset at the same time as accessing data applications.
  • Streaming – Select guaranteed quality of service up to 256kbps on demand, eg. for video, audio.
  • File Transfer – Send and receive large files.
  • Storage & Forward – Save and send files eg. video.

BGAN vehicular

Compact and discreet

Most vehicular terminals comprise a roof-mountable antenna and in-car unit. Antennas are compact, relatively lightweight and discreet, so as not to draw attention.

Global coverage

BGAN is available across the globe, with the exception of the extreme polar regions, providing connectivity from wherever your business or operations take you.Vehicular BGAN terminals automatically track the satellite as you move, ensuring you stay connected.

Totally flexible

Supporting the latest IP services, as well as traditional circuit-switched voice and data, BGAN integrates seamlessly with corporate network and legacy applications. The vehicular antenna can be permanently or magnetically mounted to the roof of any suitable vehicle, be it a truck, bus or recreational vehicle (RV).

Simultaneous voice and data

BGAN provides simultaneous voice and broadband data up to 492 kbps. With a vehicular terminal, you can access email, the internet and other applications on the move.

Streaming IP and BGAN X-Stream™

BGAN supports a range of guaranteed Streaming IP rates from 32kbps to 256kpbs, and from at least 384kbps up to 450kbps with BGAN X-Stream™ on the pause.

Reliable network

BGAN services are delivered via the Inmarsat-4 network, with 99.9 per cent satellite and ground network availability and an operational lifespan expected into the 2020s.

Easy to use

No technical expertise or training is needed to set up and use BGAN. All terminals are plug and play, so you can go online within minutes. 

General applications

Bespoke applications

Terminals

Hughes 9350 

Hughes 9350

High-performance connectivity on the move for the most demanding environments with the Hughes 9350. Offers Standard IP at up to 492kbps, supports circuit-switched voice or 64kbps ISDN data calls, and includes interfaces for Ethernet and WLAN. 

Cobham Explorer 727 

Explorer727

Cobham second-generation BGAN vehicular terminal, comprising a robust, compact, roof-mounted antenna, which constantly tracks the satellite while on the move, and a transceiver which is positioned inside the vehicle.

Iridium Certus®

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The advanced new multi-service platform powered by Iridium NEXT Iridium Certus is the new service platform powered by the $3 billion Iridium NEXT constellation. With uncompromising coverage and a range of speeds eventually up to 1.4 Mbps, Iridium Certus will deliver global, reliable, enterprise-grade services while redefining the capabilities of mobile satellite communications.

Versatile

Iridium Certus is being built to support an innovative portfolio of partner products and satisfy a wide-ranging set of aviation, maritime and land mobile communication needs. The multi-service platform will provide users with the voice, data and broadcast options they need to meet the ever increasing demands of field communications. Whether your application is large or small, high-speed or low-speed, Iridium Certus can be used to deliver the right service for your business needs.

 Mobile

Iridium Certus will spur a revolution in mobile wireless communications. Innovative, lightweight solutions, combined with the added speed and power of Iridium NEXT, will make it easy to connect on the move. From vehicular applications to portable, man-packable solutions, we’re making broadband truly mobile in a way no other satellite provider can.

Enterprise Grade

Iridium Certus will provide peace of mind that your operational needs will always be met. With exceptional availability and fully scalable high-performance solutions, Iridium’s reliable, global network will ensure that your mission- and business-critical capabilities are supported. Iridium’s service offerings will also grow with your business over time. Through an array of best-in-class terminals, Iridium Certus will accommodate a full range of services – push-to-talk, streaming data, data broadcast and safety services – all built on a single platform. If you expand into new regions, increase your volume of users, or need higher data speeds to support your applications, Iridium Certus will scale with your enterprise to ensure you have the right solution at the right time.

Single platform

Maritime market

Reliable

The unique overlapping architecture of Iridium NEXT will provide availability, redundancy and reach no others can match. Unlike distant geostationary satellite networks that limit geographic use and are subject to service degradation in inclement weather, Iridium Certus operates from a network of 66 low earth orbiting satellites that provide service anywhere on the planet, even in poor weather conditions, without compromise.

М2М

Global

Iridium® stands alone as the only truly pole-to-pole satellite network. Through a crosslinked and overlapping “mesh” architecture, Iridium’s global coverage means that you are never out of reach, regardless of your location. Using this powerful network as the backbone for service, Iridium Certus is poised to set the standard for remote communications and connectivity for enterprises, governments and individuals that want to extend their use of mobile networks into remote areas.

FleetBroadband

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Inmarsat flagship maritime service provides dependable, seamless voice and broadband data coverage across the world’s oceans. FleetBroadband uses a compact antenna which delivers cost-effective voice and data, via a ground and 1-4 satellite network. Network availability is maintained over 99.9 per cent. Seamless global mobility is ensured with the reliable L-band service which provides unlimited backups to the Fleet Xpress high-speed service. Thousands of vessels already trust FleetBroadband for email, phone and other applications of operational communications.

These vessels are of all sizes and from every maritime sector. They use FleetBroadband to help them in numerous ways, such as plotting the most fuel-efficient route and diagnosing potential mechanical faults. Morale on board is also boosted. The crew can now contact their family and friends, access social media, keep up to date on the news and enjoy other forms of entertainment.

Most importantly, FleetBroadband gives non-SOLAS vessels access to safety services. Emergency vessels can communicate with a Maritime Rescue and Co-ordination center (MRCC) immediately, with the simple press of a distress button or by dialing 505.

Broadband Connectivity Anywhere at Sea

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Telenor THOR 7: satellite services

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THOR 7: delivering high quality Ka-band services for the Mobility VSAT Market

Successfully launched on Sunday April 26, 2015 at
20:00 UTC, from the Guiana Space Centre, THOR 7 is Telenor Satellite’s first growth satellite, delivering satellite services for the future expansion requirements of all the markets in which we operate.

 

THOR 7’s HTS Ka-band payload is highly suited to the mobility VSAT market. Offering 6-9 Gbps throughput with up to 25 simultaneously active spot beams, THOR 7 provides services with download speeds in the tens of Mbps, even from small antennas, and delivers uplink speeds anywhere up to 6Mbps (depending on antenna
size).

 

The demand for reliable connections is growing
exponentially, due to the increased use of IPapplications. Broadband Internet access, VoIP, video streaming, email and improved access to corporate networks are all vitally important to ensure that those at sea can stay in touch with business operations, as well as improving the quality of life for crew working on board offshore vessels.

 

From its 1⁰ West orbital location, Telenor Satellite
delivers solutions to the main providers of connectivity for the maritime and offshore markets. Our existing Kuband beams deliver strong signals and provide optimal coverage in busy shipping lanes throughout Europe.

The HTS Ka-band payload on THOR 7, delivers the
highest performing satellite payload designed for the maritime market.

 

Coverage and Performance

 

THOR 7 targets the North Sea, North Atlantic/ Norwegian Sea, Baltic Sea, Black Sea,

Caspian Sea, Red Sea, Persian Gulf and Mediterranean. Its HTS payload uses more concentrated spot beams which deliver higher performance than a conventional beam. Therefore, Telenor Satellite is able to deliver cost-effective solutions, supporting higher speeds for users with smaller antennas.


We understand that reliability is crucial to support mission critical applications. To ensure teleport availability well above 99.95 percent, Telenor Satellite has invested in a package of solutions to mitigate rain fade including a secondary uplink site to provide antenna diversity.


Service Portfolio

 

Supported by the iDirect next generation VelocityTM platform, Telenor Satellite is able to offer VNO service solutions on its fixed beams, similar to those that we provide on our Ku-band iDirect platform.


The iDirect platform offers automatic and seamless spot beam handover; a necessity for a market that relies upon continuous connectivity. The iDirect platform also allows service plans to be designed for large VSAT service providers as well as smaller resellers and includes sophisticated bandwidth management of all the THOR 7 spot beams, allowing bandwidth spread across multiple beams to be treated as a single large capacity pool.


Cobham Satcom and Intellian are Telenor Satellite’s main antenna partners for the THOR 7 satellite. Both partners provide 60cm and 100cm antennas to suit customer specific requirements, delivering maximum throughput and reliability, even in the most extreme sea conditions.

HTS KA-BAND MARITIME VSAT

Telenor Satellite’s maritime VSAT payload aggregated coverage - offering up to 25 simultaneously active spot beams