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Vroon and KVH Complete Deployment of Starlink/VSAT Hybrid Connectivity on 58 Vessels

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KVH Industries and Vroon have completed deploying Starlink/VSAT hybrid connectivity across 58 Vroon vessels. The system combines new Starlink Flat High Performance Terminals with existing KVH TracPhone V7-HTS VSAT terminals and Iridium Certus units. The implementation is part of Vroon's KVH AgilePlans subscription.

The hybrid solution integrates Starlink's speed and low latency with KVH's global VSAT network through the KVH ONE network, which combines GEO-based VSAT, LEO services, global 5G/LTE services, L-band, and shore-based Wi-Fi. The upgrade aims to enhance crew welfare by providing reliable, high-speed internet access while improving vessel operations efficiency.

KVH Industries e Vroon hanno completato il dispiegamento della connettività ibrida Starlink/VSAT su 58 navi Vroon. Il sistema combina nuovi Terminali Flat High Performance di Starlink con i terminali VSAT KVH TracPhone V7-HTS esistenti e le unità Iridium Certus. L’implementazione fa parte dell’abbonamento KVH AgilePlans di Vroon.

La soluzione ibrida integra la velocità e la bassa latenza di Starlink con la rete globale VSAT di KVH attraverso la rete KVH ONE, che combina VSAT GEO, servizi LEO, servizi globali 5G/LTE, L-band e Wi-Fi a terra. L’aggiornamento mira a migliorare il benessere dell’equipaggio fornendo un accesso a internet affidabile e ad alta velocità, migliorando nel contempo l’efficienza operativa delle navi.

KVH Industries y Vroon han completado el despliegue de la conectividad híbrida Starlink/VSAT en 58 buques de Vroon. El sistema combina nuevos Terminales Flat High Performance de Starlink con los terminales VSAT KVH TracPhone V7-HTS existentes y las unidades Iridium Certus. La implementación es parte de la suscripción KVH AgilePlans de Vroon.

La solución híbrida integra la velocidad y baja latencia de Starlink con la red global VSAT de KVH a través de la red KVH ONE, que combina VSAT GEO, servicios LEO, servicios globales 5G/LTE, L-band y Wi-Fi basado en tierra. La actualización tiene como objetivo mejorar el bienestar de la tripulación al proporcionar acceso a Internet confiable y de alta velocidad, al mismo tiempo que se mejora la eficiencia operativa de los buques.

KVH Industries와 Vroon은 58척의 Vroon 선박에 Starlink/VSAT 하이브리드 연결을 완료했습니다. 이 시스템은 새로운 Starlink 평면 고성능 단말기와 기존의 KVH TracPhone V7-HTS VSAT 단말기 및 Iridium Certus 장비를 결합합니다. 이 구현은 Vroon의 KVH AgilePlans 구독의 일환입니다.

하이브리드 솔루션은 Starlink의 속도와 낮은 지연 시간을 KVH의 글로벌 VSAT 네트워크와 통합하여 KVH ONE 네트워크를 통해 이루어지며, 이 네트워크는 GEO 기반 VSAT, LEO 서비스, 글로벌 5G/LTE 서비스, L밴드 및 육상 Wi-Fi를 결합합니다. 이 업그레이드는 신뢰할 수 있고 고속 인터넷 접속을 제공하여 승무원의 복지를 향상시키고 선박 운영 효율성을 개선하는 것을 목표로 합니다.

KVH Industries et Vroon ont achevé le déploiement de la connectivité hybride Starlink/VSAT sur 58 navires Vroon. Le système combine de nouveaux terminaux Flat High Performance de Starlink avec les terminaux VSAT KVH TracPhone V7-HTS existants et les unités Iridium Certus. La mise en œuvre fait partie de l’abonnement KVH AgilePlans de Vroon.

La solution hybride intègre la vitesse et la faible latence de Starlink avec le réseau mondial VSAT de KVH via le réseau KVH ONE, qui combine des VSAT basés sur GEO, des services LEO, des services mondiaux 5G/LTE, L-band et du Wi-Fi terrestre. La mise à niveau vise à améliorer le bien-être de l’équipage en fournissant un accès Internet fiable et à haute vitesse tout en améliorant l’efficacité des opérations des navires.

KVH Industries und Vroon haben die Bereitstellung von Starlink/VSAT Hybridverbindungen auf 58 Vroon-Schiffen abgeschlossen. Das System kombiniert die neuen Starlink Flat High Performance Terminals mit den bestehenden KVH TracPhone V7-HTS VSAT-Terminals und Iridium Certus Einheiten. Die Implementierung ist Teil des KVH AgilePlans Abonnements von Vroon.

Die hybride Lösung integriert die Geschwindigkeit und geringe Latenz von Starlink mit dem globalen VSAT-Netzwerk von KVH über das KVH ONE Netzwerk, das GEO-basierte VSAT, LEO-Dienste, globale 5G/LTE-Dienste, L-Band und landgestütztes Wi-Fi kombiniert. Das Upgrade zielt darauf ab, das Wohlergehen der Besatzung zu verbessern, indem es zuverlässigen, hochgeschwindigkeits Internetzugang bietet und gleichzeitig die Effizienz des Schiffsbetriebs verbessert.

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  • Successful deployment of hybrid connectivity solution across 58 vessels
  • Integration of multiple connectivity technologies enhances service reliability
  • Expansion of existing customer relationship with major shipping company
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The deployment of hybrid Starlink/VSAT connectivity across 58 vessels represents a significant technological advancement in maritime communications. The combination of Starlink's low-latency LEO service with traditional VSAT and Iridium Certus creates a robust, redundant system that addresses the historical challenges of maritime connectivity. This multi-orbit approach provides superior reliability by allowing seamless switching between networks when signal quality varies. The integration of Flat High Performance Terminals specifically designed for maritime use suggests enhanced stability and performance in challenging ocean conditions. From an operational perspective, this hybrid solution offers a compelling balance of high-speed connectivity for crew welfare and critical ship operations, while maintaining reliable backup systems. This deployment's scale - 58 vessels - makes it a notable case study for the maritime industry's digital transformation.

This deal strengthens KVH's market position in the rapidly evolving maritime connectivity sector. The successful implementation across Vroon's substantial fleet validates KVH's hybrid connectivity strategy and could attract similar large-scale deployments from other shipping companies. The AgilePlans subscription model mentioned represents a smart business approach, providing recurring revenue streams rather than one-time hardware sales. However, while positive, the impact on KVH's 115M market cap may be modest given the company's existing relationship with Vroon. The real value lies in the proof-of-concept for KVH's multi-orbit KVH ONE network, potentially opening doors to new enterprise customers seeking similar comprehensive connectivity solutions.

MIDDLETOWN, R.I., Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KVH Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: KVHI), today announced that, together with international shipping leader Vroon, they have completed the deployment of Starlink/VSAT hybrid connectivity aboard 58 Vroon vessels. The hybrid configuration employs new Starlink Flat High Performance Terminals and Starlink service configured to work in concert with the existing KVH TracPhone® V7-HTS VSAT terminals and Iridium Certus units already onboard Vroon’s fleet.

“Our crews’ well-being is of the utmost importance to us. By providing reliable and high-speed Internet access to our colleagues at sea, we ensure they can stay connected with families and friends while performing their duties safely and efficiently,” said Rob Frenks, Vroon Group ICT Manager. “Working with KVH on the integration of Starlink, in a hybrid configuration with KVH’s global HTS VSAT service and Iridium Certus, has proven to be a game-changer, providing faster, more reliable Internet that is enhancing the quality of life for our colleagues on board and streamlining vessel operations. The deployments have gone very smoothly, all managed as part of our KVH AgilePlans® subscription.”

Commenting on the expanded connectivity suite, David Tropp Hag, KVH’s Vice President of Sales for EMEA, remarked, “We’re thrilled to keep building on our long-standing partnership with Vroon. Our KVH ONE® network, with its multi-orbit design, is a great match for Vroon’s forward-thinking approach to crew and operational communications. By combining the speed, low latency, and affordability of Starlink with the performance and reliability of our existing global VSAT network, we’re delivering a powerful hybrid solution. We’re excited to keep working together to ensure Vroon’s ships and crews stay seamlessly connected wherever they are.”

KVH ONE is an advanced multi-orbit, multi-network solution for maritime connectivity, seamlessly integrating GEO-based VSAT, multiple emerging LEO services, global 5G/LTE services, L-band, and shore-based Wi-Fi. Service and support is provided via the 24/7/365 KVH OneCare program.

Note to Editors: For more information about KVH’s Starlink solutions, visit kvh.com/starlink. High-resolution images of KVH products are available at the KVH Press Room Image Library, https://www.kvh.com/imagelibrary.

About KVH Industries, Inc.

KVH Industries, Inc. is a global leader in maritime and mobile connectivity delivered via the KVH ONE network. The company, founded in 1982, is based in Middletown, RI, with research, development, and manufacturing operations in Middletown, RI, and more than a dozen offices around the globe. KVH provides connectivity solutions for commercial maritime, leisure marine, military/government, and land mobile applications on vessels and vehicles, including the TracNet, TracPhone, and TracVision® product lines, the KVH ONE OpenNet Program for non-KVH antennas, AgilePlans Connectivity as a Service (CaaS), and the KVH Link crew wellbeing content service.

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. For example, forward-looking statements include statements regarding the success of our strategic evolution towards an integrated solution provider, competitive positioning and profitability, expected data speeds over our network, the expected level of coverage availability, and the services to be provided via OneWeb under agreement with Vroon. These and other factors are discussed in more detail in KVH’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 15, 2024, and our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 7, 2024. Copies are available through its Investor Relations department and website, https://investors.kvh.com. KVH does not assume any obligation to update our forward-looking statements to reflect new information and developments.

KVH Industries, Inc., has used, registered, or applied to register its trademarks in the USA and other countries around the world, including but not limited to the following marks: KVH, KVH ONE, TracVision, TracPhone, TracNet, KVH OneCare, and AgilePlans. Other trademarks are the property of their respective companies.

For further information, please contact:
Chris Watson
Vice President, Marketing & Communications
KVH Industries, Inc.
Tel: +1 401 845 2441
cwatson@kvh.com


FAQ

What is the scope of KVH Industries' (KVHI) Starlink deployment with Vroon?

KVH Industries completed the deployment of Starlink/VSAT hybrid connectivity across 58 Vroon vessels, integrating Starlink Flat High Performance Terminals with existing KVH TracPhone V7-HTS VSAT terminals and Iridium Certus units.

What technologies are included in KVH's (KVHI) ONE network maritime solution?

KVH ONE network includes GEO-based VSAT, multiple LEO services, global 5G/LTE services, L-band, and shore-based Wi-Fi, providing multi-orbit, multi-network maritime connectivity.

How is the Starlink integration implemented in Vroon's fleet with KVHI?

The integration is managed through KVH AgilePlans subscription, combining Starlink's speed and low latency with KVH's global VSAT network for enhanced connectivity performance.

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