FleetBroadband is the next-generation maritime communications service from Inmarsat. It provides simultaneous broadband high-speed data and voice through a single, compact antenna globally.

Based on 3G standards, FleetBroadband allows you to send and receive emails with large file attachments, surf the web, run complex data applications and make voice calls – all at the same time. It can be seamlessly integrated with your shore-based system.

Fleet Broadband offers these maritime communications services:

• Standard IP - Up to 432kbps via a secured local POP for email, Internet and intranet access.

• Streaming IP - Guaranteed data rates on demand up to 256kbps via a secured local POP for video and audio applications. 

• Voice – High-quality voice for bridge and crew communication (4kbps digital and 3.1 kHz audio).

• ISDN - Supports ISDN at 64kbps for legacy applications.

• SMS - Send and receive SMSes of up to 160 characters.

Benefits

• Superior performance: simultaneous voice and data capabilities enhance business efficiency. The vessel’s operational systems run online simultaneously while users access emails, surf the Internet and make phone calls using the same terminal. 

• Stay connected: global coverage ensures vessels remain connected to land offices (except extreme polar regions). 

• Leading reliability: rigorously tested to withstand the challenges of the marine environment.   

• Easy installation and integration: easily and seamlessly integrated with the shore-based system. The vessel becomes a seamless offshore office of your company network. 

• Total flexibility: supports both the latest IP services and traditional circuit-switched voice and data for your legacy applications. 

• Lower communication costs: choose the terminal and airtime pricing package that best suits your needs. 

• Enhanced security: support for private networks, such as VPN, enhances corporate security. 

Applications

• Crew and passenger communication: Voice, fax, SMS and instant messaging, email, Internet and intranet access; VPN and VoIP 

• Data communication: Transfers of large data files 

• Collaboration: Videoconferencing expedites problem resolution 

• Monitoring: Vessel Operations and Maintenance; Remote monitoring and surveillance via IP camera

• Weather forecasts: Real-time electronic chart and weather updates

Models

The lightweight FleetBroadband terminal comprises a compact Below-Deck Unit (BDU), and a stabilised, directional antenna. There are two models, FB250 and FB500, which differ in size and performance: