European bulk carrier selects KVH’s mini-VSAT broadband service

MIDDLETOWN – KVH Industries Inc.’s mini-VSAT broadband service has been selected by Polsteam, one of Europe’s largest operators of bulk carriers, for satellite communications.

According to information from KVH, Polsteam, known as Polska Zegluga Morska, plans to install the TracPhone V7-IP satellite communications systems on 60 vessels. Polsteam transports 20 million tons of cargo annually.

“Onboard data applications that rely on broadband connectivity are offering exciting solutions for enhancing operational efficiency, managing operating expenses, meeting international regulations and creating a better onboard life for officers and crew,” Leszek Trachimowicz, technical director of Polsteam, said in a statement. “We are dedicated to ensuring that our vessels are realizing all the benefits of connectivity at sea, and we value the speed, reliability and coverage that come with the KVH maritime connectivity solution.”

KVH bills itself as the dominant player in the global maritime VSAT market, citing a recent industry report by Comsys showing that more vessels are equipped with KVH mini-VSAT Broadband service than the next two maritime VSAT competitors combined.

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“We have created a truly next-generation maritime broadband system that delivers fast, high quality VSAT service on a global basis, which is vital for companies operating in today’s competitive maritime industry,” Brent Bruun, KVH executive vice president of mobile broadband, said in a statement. “Access to broadband connectivity and real-time data is a differentiator for maritime operators, and we are extremely pleased to be working with Polsteam to bring advanced broadband service to their vessels.”

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