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Marlink adds capacity and coverage to its Sealink VSAT network for customers operating in the Indian Ocean Region
Press Releases • Apr 04, 2018 12:20 BST
Marlink has added a new satellite to its global multi-band Sealink network, significantly expanding its footprint in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and introducing even more Ku-band VSAT capacity to enable high-speed broadband connectivity for ships transiting southern routes between Asia and Africa, in addition to fishing vessels operating east of Africa’s coastline and...
Marlink moves to new, larger office and warehouse facility in Houston
Press Releases • Mar 19, 2018 10:28 GMT
Marlink has moved to larger premises in Houston, ensuring its ability to meet the growing needs of its Gulf of Mexico offshore industry and shipping customers. The new facility includes expanded office space to accommodate growth in sales and support functions at both Marlink and Telemar, in addition to a new warehouse facility...
Marlink and Seagull Maritime collaborate for efficient online distribution of onboard training material
Press Releases • Mar 06, 2018 10:48 GMT
Marlink and Seagull Maritime have entered into a partnership to introduce a step-change in onboard training this year, creating an online, satcom enabled environment for the distribution and updating of e-learning material.
Apax-backed Marlink and OmniAccess complete successfully their transaction
Press Releases • Mar 05, 2018 11:55 GMT
Superyacht broadband connectivity services and solutions providerOmniAccess has become part of the Marlink Group, following the closing of the transaction that was first announced in November 2017. The 2002 founded, Majorca-based company will continue to operate under the highly-regarded OmniAccess brand and will lead the superyacht and boutique cruise segment of the Marlink Group going forward.
Knutsen Group and Marlink extend contract to ensure future proof fleet communications
Press Releases • Feb 22, 2018 15:49 GMT
Norwegian tanker specialist Knutsenhas extended its contract with Marlink, ensuring that its fleet of 38vessels and two planned newbuilds continues to enjoy high bandwidth, reliable global IP connectivity and voice calling on the cost-effective Sealink Premium VSAT service.
Marlink doubles the speed for Sealink VSAT customers
Press Releases • Feb 21, 2018 14:50 GMT
Marlink customers using the popular Sealink Allowances maritime VSAT service plans can now enjoy without any extra-charge a burst rate, or Maximum Information Rate (MIR), up to 6 Mbps. Providing even faster connectivity and more bandwidth for business operations and crew onboard when network capacity is available...
Marlink: Carisbrooke Shipping and Marlink Group extend partnership to include service and maintenance
Press Releases • Feb 08, 2018 11:20 GMT
Marlink Group company Telemar has been chosen to provide bridge system repair and maintenance services to Carisbrooke Shipping. The new contract further combines Marlink Group capabilities to enhance Carisbrooke Shipping’s operational efficiency and continuity, which is already widely supported by Marlink’s position as the UK headquartered ship management company’s preferred supplier...
Marlink provides managed tracking service to protect Morocco Desert Challenge racers
Press Releases • Feb 06, 2018 12:34 GMT
The organisers of the annual Morocco Desert Challenge (MDC) rally raid have signed a three-year deal with satellite services and solutions provider Marlink for the provision of tracking and race management services based on the integrated Iritrack technology platform.
Marlink: Marlink first to introduce prepaid cards for voice calls on Inmarsat Fleet Xpress
Press Releases • Jan 31, 2018 16:07 GMT
Marlink has become the first Inmarsat Fleet Xpress Value Added Reseller (VAR) to provide customers with a prepaid voice card calling facility, giving seafarers a low-cost and easy to manage way to call family and friends ashore.
Marlink: Marlink Japan’s Tokyo Office Expands
Press Releases • Jan 30, 2018 11:13 GMT
Marlink’s Tokyo office has moved to new, larger premises as the Marlink Japan team grows to meet the needs of an expanding VSAT customer-base in the region. The office, which was first established in 1978, provides vital proximity to Japanese Ship owners and is a key player in the region’s growing use of the latest satcom services such as Marlink Sealink VSAT and Inmarsat Fleet Xpress.
De Poli Tankers and Marlink renew multi-band satcom commitment
Press Releases • Jan 10, 2018 10:34 GMT
Dutch ship owner De Poli Tankers BV has extended its contract with Marlink, securing high-bandwidth global communication using the Sealink Plus service for its fleet of eight chemical tankers and two gas tankers. De Poli Tankers’ in-house ITC company, Maritime Performances BV, chose to retain the Sealink Plus service for the future as it combines high-bandwidth VSAT with unlimited L-band back-up.
Livewire Connections now part of Marlink Group
Press Releases • Dec 21, 2017 14:22 GMT
Marlink, backed by Apax Partners, has closed the acquisition of Livewire Connections, a UK headquartered satellite communications service provider with focus on superyacht customers.
Record-breaking 580 Mbps throughput on Sealink VSAT for MSC Seaside’s maiden voyage
Press Releases • Dec 12, 2017 16:54 GMT
Marlink has provided more than half a gigabit per second of throughput on its global Sealink VSAT network for MSC Cruises’ stunning new Seaside class cruise ship, at its service launch ceremony in Monfalcone, Italy on 30 November 2017.
Marlink to acquire Livewire Connections to create the leading maritime VSAT company in the superyacht market
Press Releases • Dec 11, 2017 10:04 GMT
Marlink, backed by Apax-partners has signed a definite agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Livewire Connections, a UK headquartered satellite communications service provider with focus on superyacht customers.
Marlink and Radio Holland strengthen their long-term partnership
Press Releases • Dec 05, 2017 09:52 GMT
Marlink and Radio Holland have concluded a partnership agreement whereby Marlink has acquired Radio Holland’s connectivity business. The partnership builds on the complementary strengths and extensive expertise of the two leading technology companies and enables Marlink to further strengthen its global leadership in maritime VSAT.
Marlink: Tampnet 4G LTE now available on Marlink’s multi-band network in the Gulf of Mexico
Press Releases • Nov 29, 2017 15:08 GMT
Marlink has introduced a significant connectivity boost for its Gulf of Mexico customers with the addition of Tampnet’s cutting-edge 4G LTE services to its high-speed Sealink multi-band network. Offshore support vessels and ships can order Tampnet 4G connectivity fully integrated with the Marlink network as SmartConnec
Marlink: Apax-backed Marlink and OmniAccess join forces to create the leading maritime VSAT company
Press Releases • Nov 23, 2017 15:00 GMT
Backed by Apax Partners, Marlink has signed a definite agreement to acquire a majority stake in OmniAccess. The existing management team of OmniAccess will remain unchanged and continue to keep a significant shareholding in the company.
Marlink: Marlink delivers Fleet Xpress on Aker BioMarine’s Antarctic support vessel
Press Releases • Nov 02, 2017 10:31 GMT
Marlink has migrated Aker BioMarine’s Antarctic krill harvester fleet support ship, La Manche, to Inmarsat’s Fleet Xpress service. The system provides a significant boost to crew communication facilities on board as well as enables vessels to benefit from improved business intelligence and remote access to the vessel’s IT network. T
Marlink: Telemar redefines the future of ‘Glass Bridge’ systems at FLIBS 2017
Press Releases • Oct 31, 2017 15:40 GMT
Marlink Group company Telemar will demonstrate its unique take on the ‘Glass Bridge’ console for luxury vessels at FLIBS 2017, allowing visitors to see the new Telemar Glass Bridge system and experience its innovative ergonomics and touch screen at the Telemar Yachting Americas booth #671 in the Yellow Zone Superyacht Pavilion.
Marlink: Expanded satellite network meets boom in demand for yacht connectivity
Press Releases • Oct 31, 2017 15:18 GMT
Marlink has added satellite capacity for its yachting customers in the Caribbean and Mediterranean, ensuring that among others, yachts preparing to head south after this year’s FLIBS have even more access to reliable communications services for fast Internet and high quality voice calling.