The two companies have signed an outline agreement under which Intellian will design and manufacture the next generation of FleetBroadband terminals which will support the existing I-4 network and Inmarsat’s I-6 network satellite constellation, the first of which is due to be launched in 2020. The sixth generation satellites will support both L-band and Ka-band services.
The new generation of terminals will be designed to be lower cost and have higher throughput.
“As we approach the next stage of FleetBroadband’s evolution, we are excited to have partner such as Intellian with a justified reputation for flexible, high quality terminals that are manufactured in the most cost-efficient manner,” said Ronald Spithouse, president Inmarsat Maritime.
“It is also important to note that along with lower cost hardware and supercharged capabilities, the next generation of FleetBroadband, with the latest core module technology, will provide not just GMDSS but enhanced safety services; continuing to keep seafarers safe wherever they are in the world.”
Eric Sung ceo of Intellian said, “Supported by a portfolio of the most advanced terminals in the world, the new capabilities of FleetBroadband will maintain Inmarsat’s leading position in L-band services in the maritime industry.”
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