Eutelsat and AST Networks have announced a significant multi-year agreement to enhance connectivity services through Eutelsat’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) technology. This partnership builds on their existing collaboration and aims to address the increasing demand for maritime connectivity solutions. AST Networks plans to integrate Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO services into its offerings, providing hybrid connectivity solutions to maritime customers globally.
As maritime operators seek robust connectivity solutions that ensure performance, resilience, and worldwide coverage, the integration of Eutelsat’s services is expected to enhance vessel operations, crew welfare, and digital applications at sea. By combining LEO services with other technologies, AST Networks aims to deliver more flexible and reliable communication capabilities to its clients.
Thierry Polycarpe, VP of Aero and Maritime Connectivity at Eutelsat, emphasized that this agreement underscores the strength of the partnership and the rising demand for LEO-enabled connectivity in the maritime sector. He noted that as vessel operators increasingly adopt hybrid connectivity architectures, Eutelsat’s services are crucial for meeting the performance and resilience needs of their customers.
Lukasz Latosinski, CTO of AST Networks, highlighted the evolution of Eutelsat’s LEO services and their successful integration into maritime solutions. He stated that the performance and low-latency capabilities of these services have significantly enhanced their offerings, making the expansion of their partnership a logical progression.
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