Maritime satellite interactions firm Marlink claimed Thursday that it had actually safeguarded general obligation for the stipulation of hybrid network connection to the Norwegian offshore vessel proprietor Solstad Offshore.
In January 2020, Solstad Offshore restored its connection agreement with Marlink, devoting 65 overseas vessels to Marlink’s high-throughputKu- band VSAT solution. The staying 25 ships will certainly currently be moved to Marlink’s clever crossbreed network, with an upgrade to transmission capacity stipulation and also brand-new electronic devices and also options.
” As exclusive provider of smart network solutions to the Solstad Offshore fleet, Marlink will ensure that onboard teams are able to reliably use collaborative software tools to keep in touch with shoreside managers on demand. The contract also provides for 4G mobile services and Wi-Fi access on the ships,” Marlink claimed.
Solstad Offshore has actually additionally made a decision to include one more layer of protection to its net connection, selecting Marlink Cyber Guard option throughout the fleet.
“While most software security services check network traffic or files against a database of known malicious signatures, Cyber Detection uses threat hunting to retroactively investigate whether a newly identified indicator of compromise may have previously attacked the vessel,” Marlink claimed.
“Marlink’s solutions for Solstad Offshore are made flexible using an innovative self-service portal on board and on shore. Without needing to pick up the phone, users can up-or down-grade their bandwidth allocation online, activate or deactivate services such as content filters, and change their coverage area. This adaptability will allow Solstad Offshore greater control, for example, by increasing the bandwidth for a vessel according to the current on-board requirements,” the firm included,
To additionally optimize the customer experience onboard and also onshore, Marlink will certainly utilize its sophisticated network administration devices, consisting of transmitting information web traffic according to the application in operation based upon dominating latency, to optimize company crucial interactions and also allow a better customer experience, the firm claimed.
“Solstad Offshore is committed to delivering the highest possible operational excellence, and this means we do not cut any corners when it comes to our assets’ performance and co-ordination with shore,” says Christian Nesheim, ICT Director, Solstad Offshore. “Concentrating our fleet with Marlink enables Solstad to upgrade our communication systems to a common standard and enhance crew connectivity and cyber security across all ships, wherever they operate.”
“We are delighted that Solstad Offshore has been convinced by the quality and value of Marlink’s smart hybrid approach and our digital solutions to complete the move of its fleet to our network,” says Tore Morten Olsen, President, Maritime, Marlink.
“By combining the very best in connectivity with smart routeing, crew connectivity, and cyber security, we can ensure Solstad Offshore keeps its customer promises and stands out in a highly competitive market.”
