Broadband Satcomms

STARLINK - LEO (Low Earth Orbit)

VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) - Geostationary

STARLINK - INSTALLER

Burmarc is UK's first official Starlink Installer focused on Marine & Maritime applications

Starlink High Performance Maritime

Starlink is a massive disruptor in the satcom industry providing fast internet speeds including low latency and near-worldwide coverage. Low cost hardware and low price per GB (gigabyte) make this a superb additional link for crew welfare and high demand applications. Complimentary technology for cellular when near shore, or VSAT offshre and blue water use. We have also combined multiple Starlink antennas for additional bandwidth, or shadow mitigation, or even different subscription profile handover.

Using satellites that pass overhead there is significantly lower chance of prolonged periods of outage from blockage on a particular passage heading.

Details at starlink.com

KVH TracNet

For the ultimate combination of speed, reliability and data cost consider adding LEO services to TracNet for the best of both worlds

KVH One - Combined VSAT, Cellular & Wi-Fi Connectivity solution

Enjoy the fastest, most reliable connectivity at sea, near shore and in port with the KVH ONE™ hybrid network and ground-breaking TracNet™ terminals. Each system includes integrated satellite, cellular, and Wi-Fi technology with intelligent, automatic network switching that will keep you connected to the best communication option at all times, in all sea states, and at any speed. It’s like having three antennas in one! Captains can share proprietary files with the office on shore. Crew members can enjoy entertainment, news, sports, and social media, plus enjoy crystal-clear voice calls with family. Don’t think about how to connect, just feel confident that captains and crew can connect to whatever they need at any time. Guests will love the excellent connectivity experience onboard your vessel. It's the superior solution for owners and charter captains whose guests deserve the best. Details at kvh.com

Size

From a 37cm H30 to the 1m H90 there is a dome size that is appropriate for most sea-going vessels & platforms

Speed

The larger the dish the faster the maximum speed available over satellite link (other services are the same irrespective of size) so if offshore speed is critical consider the larger H60 or H90.

Cost

There is of course a price difference in the hardware (and potentially installation) for these products.

Which TracNet is right for me?

TracNet H30 (Leisure Vessels <60')

Best suited to:

Regional workboats
Leisure Vessels <60'

Key benefits:

Satellite, cellular, and Wi-Fi capabilities in one integrated design
Automatically switches to the best connectivity option based on cost, data quality, and more
DC Powered ultra-compact BDU or AC powered Control-unit with added function
Seemless Global roaming
Ku-band coverage

Satellite:

upto 6Mbps Download
upto 2Mbps Upload
Low cost per MB
Voip line with local number
Rugged, commercial-grade system, diameter 37 cm (14.6 in), weight 11.2 kg (24.6 lbs)

TracNet H60 (Leisure Vessels >60')

Best suited to:

Inter-region vessels
Leisure Vessels >60'

Key benefits:

Satellite, cellular, and Wi-Fi capabilities in one integrated design
Automatically switches to the best connectivity option based on cost, data quality, and more

Satelite:

Seemless Global roaming
Ku-band coverage
Highspeed Channel:
<10Mbps Download
<3Mbps Upload
Unlimited data channel
Bandwidth options
Voip line with local number
2nd Voip line option
Rugged, commercial-grade system, diameter 60 cm (23.6 in), weight 24.3 kg (53.6 lbs)

TracNet H90

Best suited to:

Global travel vessels
Vessels >100'

Key benefits:

Rugged, commercial-grade system, diameter 1 m, weight 86 kg
Satellite, cellular, and Wi-Fi capabilities in one integrated design
Automatically switches to the best connectivity option based on cost, data quality, and more
Airtime as much as 69% more affordable than 60 cm terminals
For boats 90+ feet (27+ meters)

Satellite: