It is found that a versatile and affordable satellite communications solution is essential for a successful value of any ship. And for this the commercial maritime professionals have a keen eye for value in order to be successful. They believe that broadband connections onboard are playing a valuable role in enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and increasing competitive position.
As a result large numbers of commercial shipping operators are turning to KVH Industries, Inc., and its comprehensive suite of satellite communications and entertainment solutions. Selected by tanker fleets, commercial fishing operators, ferries, government vessels, and other vessels, KVH’s broadband Internet, telephone, and satellite TV solutions are proving to be powerful tools that strengthen ship management, boost crew morale and retention, and help meet regulatory requirements more efficiently.
Runar Gaarder, ICT Manager for Mowinckel Ship Management, opined that they are excited for this new solution for day-to-day shipboard satellite communications that is both affordable and easy to install alongside our existing Inmarsat and GSM systems. He added that this helps to keep our business operations efficient, and allows the crew to use the services to stay in touch with their loved ones.
Stephen Kemp, resource manager for Houston, TX-based Tesla Offshore, LLC, informed that they use the TracPhone V7 for a variety of applications, including daily reports, troubleshooting, quality control, supply requisitions and job instructions. KVH also offers its rugged satellite TV antennas for use aboard commercial vessels, including shipping and fishing vessels that are often at sea for long periods of time, to increase crew morale and support retention of quality staff.
