These upgrades are part of Maersk’s strategic roadmap to facilitate unified connectivity, transform its vessels into fully operational floating offices, and provide crews with improved connectivity. The concept of a ‘floating office’ is aimed at revolutionizing vessel operations through an advanced digitalization strategy, expanded cloud-enabled solutions, and a more cohesive operational infrastructure, enabling future advancements in automation-focused operations and potentially autonomous operations as well.
Inmarsat Maritime’s future-proofed connectivity service combines Ka-band and ultra-resilient L-band networks, providing global, always-on, reliable, and secure connectivity for Maersk’s fleet, essential for transforming vessels into both floating offices and floating homes for seafarers.
Karthikeyan Arumugam, Senior Product Manager at Maersk, said: “Connectivity is the key enabler in ensuring our vessels can become floating offices, and with our ‘One SatCom’ project, we have the target of having transformed all our vessels into floating offices by 2027. The partnership with Inmarsat Maritime plays an important role in enriching application availability and performance, thereby supporting our digital transformation at sea. No less important, it also fosters a better working environment and well-being for our crew members—ensuring that our vessels are not only workplaces but also connected homes away from home.”
Ben Palmer OBE, President, Inmarsat Maritime, said: “Our long-term partnership with Maersk is tailored to meet the evolving demands for maritime connectivity. Our connectivity solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly with Maersk’s operational framework, ensuring a robust, secure, and continuous flow of information between ship and shore. This expanded agreement is a testament to our commitment to enabling strategic outcomes through superior connectivity solutions.”
The long-term partnership with Inmarsat Maritime reflects Maersk’s ongoing dedication to leading the industry in operational excellence and innovation. By establishing a new benchmark in maritime connectivity, Maersk and Inmarsat Maritime are paving the way for a more interconnected and efficient future in global shipping.
