Eutelsat Group has announced that Inmarsat Maritime, part of Viasat, will integrate Eutelsat's OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) network into its NexusWave connectivity solution. This collaboration aims to enhance high-speed, low-latency broadband services for ships, ensuring reliable connectivity even in the most remote locations.
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Maritime Connectivity
The addition of Eutelsat's OneWeb LEO connectivity to Inmarsat's maritime network addresses the evolving needs of the maritime industry and ensures that every vessel has access to reliable, high-performance broadband, regardless of how remote its location is, the companies said in a joint statement on Wednesday.
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Eutelsat's Connectivity Business Unit said, "Our low-latency, high-speed connectivity solution is delivering innovative new capabilities to ships of all sizes. Inmarsat Maritime’s leadership in communications at sea, combined with our LEO capabilities, creates a powerful synergy that will set new standards for maritime connectivity."
Inmarsat Maritime added, "This announcement underscores our commitment to delivering robust, high-performance connectivity solutions that meet the diverse needs of our global customers."
Alignment with Eutelsat’s Goals
The agreement aligns with Eutelsat's strategy to meet the growing demand for integrated multi-orbit solutions in the mobile connectivity sector, particularly within the maritime industry.
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Eutelsat Group
Formed through the combination of Eutelsat and OneWeb in 2023, Eutelsat Group is a fully integrated GEO-LEO satellite operator with a fleet of 35 geostationary satellites and a low Earth orbit (LEO) constellation of more than 600 satellites.
