Intelsat has added more than 2,000 terminals since November 2021 in key maritime markets including merchant shipping, fishing, leisure and offshore energy.

Launched in 2017, FlexMaritime is powered by a global, multi-layered, high-throughput satellite (HTS) network capable of delivering unrivaled density in bandwidth and high levels of service flexibility and reliability. It is distributed by Intelsat’s solutions partners who combine the scale and power of the network with their customised service plans and specialised value-added services. Vessel owners benefit by leveraging next-generation shipboard technologies, smart shipping, and other in-demand maritime connectivity applications including remote monitoring and performance diagnostics, video streaming, real-time software upgrades, and essential, always-available connectivity for crew members.

“Intelsat is proud to enable our partners and their customers’ success through our enterprise-grade communications network that supports the next-gen solutions and services the maritime industry needs both at the port and at sea,” said Intelsat’s senior vice president of mobility Mark Rasmussen. “Our growth in this sector is a testament to the power of FlexMaritime and our global network, as well as to Intelsat’s continuous innovation, including a committed launch plan for a next-gen software-defined network.”

FlexMaritime is a customisable, wholesale Mbps managed service. Complexity in network configuration, management, and bandwidth availability is removed, and service levels are maintained.

Vessels interested in FlexMaritime services can choose from more than 30 antennas of various sizes, including 1m, 60cm, and the ultra-compact 37cm and 45cm terminals which are widely used in fishing and leisure markets. All antennas connect easily and seamlessly to Intelsat’s fully integrated satellite and terrestrial network.

FlexMaritime is delivered to end customers exclusively through Intelsat’s network of solutions partners.