Solstad Offshore has extended its deal with satcom service provider Marlink to include a flexible fleet agreement for Starlink LEO services, allowing data to be allocated according to the actual needs at any given time across the fleet.
Marlink’s new Starlink fleet agreements allow customers to choose from from a variety of connectivity plans, ranging from 10GB to unlimited data, depending on their requirements.
Solstad Offshore was the first offshore vessel operator on the Marlink network to trial Starlink, integrating the service alongside VSAT and 4G connectivity. The services are combined with a range of network management tools, including SD-WAN application-based routing, to optimise communications.
“Solstad is always on the lookout for ways to improve our digital possibilities, whether for our crews or business users and the opportunity to share LEO data across the fleet is a natural fit for us,” said Christian Nesheim, ICT Director, Solstad Offshore.
“Combining Starlink data in a flexible model enables us to share data proactively and respond to changes in demand as they occur.”
