The critical connectivity solution consists of two SAILOR 500 FleetBroadband systems and a Dual Antenna Control Unit (DACU), which can automatically switch between antennas without loss of connectivity.
With the ability to position two antennas at different locations, vessels avoid any problems should a single antenna become obstructed by superstructure, masts, rigging or other equipment.
Specialist vessels
The solution is targeted at specialist vessels using critical IP applications over FleetBroadband, where loss of connectivity could significantly affect the outcome of a costly or hazardous operation. If the active antenna loses sight to the satellite, the back-up will come on line to ensure continuous connectivity. The two antennas work as a single system, with the same IP address, a single SIM card and one monthly bill.
Proven reliability
“SAILOR 500 FleetBroadband is the market-leading Inmarsat FleetBroadband solution, so we are keen to offer its proven reliability and user-friendliness in a dual solution configuration for vessels where continuous connectivity is vital to operational safety and efficiency,” said Casper Jensen, Vice-President of Cobham SATCOM’s maritime business.
“Whilst developing a technically advanced approach, we have also ensured our solution has only minimal extra hardware costs, in order to enable as many vessels to take advantage of it as possible.”
GMPCS Personal Communications is proud to be a stocking master distributor for SAILOR products. If you would like more information on the SAILOR product line please contact a representative at 1-888-664-6727 or email marinesales@gmpcs-us.com
