Toei Reefer Line Selects Inmarsat Nexuswave for Evolving Crew and Business Connectivity Needs
Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, announced that Toei Reefer Line will implement NexusWave connectivity service across its factory vessels. The system integrates Global Xpress Ka-band, Low-Earth Orbit, coastal LTE, and L-band services to provide reliable high-speed Internet with unlimited data and global coverage.
The implementation aims to enhance crew welfare by providing free, unlimited internet access for up to 50 crew members per vessel during extended periods at sea. Additionally, the technology will enable real-time monitoring of onboard temperature sensors, remote vessel network access, and deployment of cloud-based ship management applications.
Toei Reefer Line, a leading supplier of sashimi-grade tuna, operates sophisticated factory vessels capable of processing and storing cargo at temperatures as low as -55°C. The company prioritizes maintaining high-quality standards for the Japanese consumer market through specially trained personnel.
Inmarsat Maritime, una società di Viasat, ha annunciato che Toei Reefer Line implementerà il servizio di connettività NexusWave a bordo delle sue navi da fabbrica. Il sistema integra i servizi Global Xpress Ka-band, Low-Earth Orbit, LTE costiero e L-band per fornire un Internet ad alta velocità affidabile con dati illimitati e copertura globale.
L'implementazione mira a migliorare il benessere dell'equipaggio offrendo accesso a Internet gratuito e illimitato per un massimo di 50 membri dell'equipaggio per nave durante periodi prolungati in mare. Inoltre, la tecnologia consentirà il monitoraggio in tempo reale dei sensori di temperatura a bordo, l'accesso remoto alla rete della nave e l'implementazione di applicazioni di gestione delle navi basate su cloud.
Toei Reefer Line, un fornitore leader di tonno di grado sashimi, gestisce sofisticate navi da fabbrica in grado di elaborare e immagazzinare carichi a temperature fino a -55°C. L'azienda dà priorità al mantenimento di elevati standard di qualità per il mercato dei consumatori giapponesi attraverso personale appositamente addestrato.
Inmarsat Maritime, una empresa de Viasat, anunció que Toei Reefer Line implementará el servicio de conectividad NexusWave en sus barcos de fábrica. El sistema integra los servicios Global Xpress Ka-band, Low-Earth Orbit, LTE costero y L-band para proporcionar Internet de alta velocidad confiable con datos ilimitados y cobertura global.
La implementación tiene como objetivo mejorar el bienestar de la tripulación al ofrecer acceso gratuito e ilimitado a Internet para hasta 50 miembros de la tripulación por barco durante períodos prolongados en el mar. Además, la tecnología permitirá el monitoreo en tiempo real de los sensores de temperatura a bordo, el acceso remoto a la red del barco y la implementación de aplicaciones de gestión de barcos basadas en la nube.
Toei Reefer Line, un proveedor líder de atún de grado sashimi, opera sofisticados barcos de fábrica capaces de procesar y almacenar carga a temperaturas tan bajas como -55°C. La empresa prioriza el mantenimiento de altos estándares de calidad para el mercado de consumidores japonés a través de personal especialmente capacitado.
인마르샛 해양, 비아사트의 자회사,가 토에이 리퍼 라인이 자사의 공장 선박에 넥서스웨이브 연결 서비스를 구현할 것이라고 발표했습니다. 이 시스템은 글로벌 엑스프레스 Ka-band, 저궤도, 해안 LTE 및 L-band 서비스를 통합하여 데이터 무제한과 전 세계적인 커버리지를 갖춘 신뢰할 수 있는 고속 인터넷을 제공합니다.
이 구현은 바다에서의 장기간 동안 최대 50명의 승무원에게 무료 무제한 인터넷 액세스를 제공하여 승무원의 복지를 향상시키는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다. 또한, 이 기술은 선내 온도 센서의 실시간 모니터링, 원격 선박 네트워크 액세스 및 클라우드 기반 선박 관리 애플리케이션의 배포를 가능하게 합니다.
토에이 리퍼 라인은 사시미 등급의 참치 공급업체로, -55°C의 온도에서 화물을 가공 및 저장할 수 있는 정교한 공장 선박을 운영합니다. 이 회사는 특별히 훈련된 직원을 통해 일본 소비자 시장을 위한 높은 품질 기준을 유지하는 것을 우선시합니다.
Inmarsat Maritime, une entreprise de Viasat, a annoncé que Toei Reefer Line mettra en œuvre le service de connectivité NexusWave à bord de ses navires usines. Le système intègre les services Global Xpress Ka-band, Low-Earth Orbit, LTE côtier et L-band pour fournir un Internet haut débit fiable avec des données illimitées et une couverture mondiale.
La mise en œuvre vise à améliorer le bien-être de l'équipage en offrant un accès Internet gratuit et illimité à jusqu'à 50 membres d'équipage par navire pendant de longues périodes en mer. De plus, la technologie permettra la surveillance en temps réel des capteurs de température à bord, l'accès à distance au réseau du navire et le déploiement d'applications de gestion de navires basées sur le cloud.
Toei Reefer Line, un fournisseur leader de thon de qualité sashimi, exploite des navires usines sophistiqués capables de traiter et de stocker des cargaisons à des températures aussi basses que -55 °C. L'entreprise accorde la priorité au maintien de normes de qualité élevées pour le marché des consommateurs japonais grâce à un personnel spécialement formé.
Inmarsat Maritime, ein Unternehmen von Viasat, gab bekannt, dass Toei Reefer Line den NexusWave-Konnektivitätsdienst auf seinen Fabrikschiffen implementieren wird. Das System integriert Global Xpress Ka-Band, Low-Earth Orbit, Küsten-LTE und L-Band-Dienste, um zuverlässiges Highspeed-Internet mit unbegrenztem Datenvolumen und globaler Abdeckung bereitzustellen.
Die Implementierung zielt darauf ab, das Wohlbefinden der Besatzung zu verbessern, indem bis zu 50 Besatzungsmitgliedern pro Schiff während längerer Zeit auf See kostenloser, unbegrenzter Internetzugang gewährt wird. Darüber hinaus ermöglicht die Technologie die Echtzeitüberwachung der Bordtemperatursensoren, den Remote-Zugriff auf das Schiffsnetzwerk und die Bereitstellung von cloudbasierten Schiffsmanagementanwendungen.
Toei Reefer Line, ein führender Anbieter von Sashimi-Qualität Thunfisch, betreibt hochmoderne Fabrikschiffe, die in der Lage sind, Fracht bei Temperaturen von bis zu -55 °C zu verarbeiten und zu lagern. Das Unternehmen legt großen Wert auf die Aufrechterhaltung hoher Qualitätsstandards für den japanischen Verbrauchermarkt durch speziell geschultes Personal.
- Implementation of advanced connectivity solution enhancing operational efficiency
- Real-time monitoring capabilities for temperature-sensitive cargo
- Improved crew retention through enhanced welfare benefits
- Cost-effective unlimited data coverage globally
- Significant investment required for fleet-wide technology implementation
- Increased dependence on digital infrastructure for critical operations
Insights
Viasat's Inmarsat Maritime division has secured a notable commercial win with Toei Reefer Line, a premium Japanese tuna supplier, for its advanced NexusWave maritime connectivity solution. This represents positive momentum in Viasat's maritime vertical, showcasing the company's ability to capture high-value clients with specialized needs.
The deal has two key strategic elements: First, it targets vessels requiring sophisticated communications for maintaining premium product quality (
The NexusWave solution's technical architecture combines multiple connectivity technologies (Ka-band, LEO, coastal LTE, and L-band) to deliver reliable high-speed internet with unlimited data globally. This multi-modal approach creates competitive differentiation in the maritime connectivity market where reliability across diverse geographies is paramount.
From a business model perspective, this represents valuable recurring revenue for Viasat's maritime division. The unlimited data offering suggests a subscription-based model that provides predictable revenue streams. While financial terms weren't disclosed, maritime connectivity deals typically generate multi-year recurring revenue with healthy margins.
This win demonstrates Viasat's continued execution in vertical market expansion beyond its core satellite business, particularly important as the company navigates a challenging financial environment where incremental commercial wins strengthen investor confidence.
This contract win with Toei Reefer Line represents modest but strategic progress for Viasat's maritime business segment. The most significant technical aspect is the bonded connectivity approach combining multiple transmission technologies (GX Ka-band, LEO, LTE, and L-band) into a unified service - reflecting the industry's evolution toward multi-modal solutions rather than single-technology offerings.
The deal highlights two critical industry trends: First, the growing importance of crew welfare solutions as shipping companies compete for skilled labor; Second, the increasing digitalization of maritime operations with real-time monitoring capabilities and cloud-based applications becoming standard requirements.
While not transformative to Viasat's overall financial position, these specialized maritime contracts collectively contribute to the company's recurring revenue foundation. The maritime segment typically delivers higher-margin business compared to consumer broadband due to premium pricing justified by specialized requirements and remote deployment locations.
Strategically, this demonstrates that Viasat is effectively leveraging the Inmarsat acquisition to target vertical-specific use cases. The high-value cargo monitoring capabilities mentioned (temperature sensors for premium tuna) shows Viasat's ability to address specialized maritime applications rather than just generic connectivity.
For context, maritime connectivity represents a growth market as shipping companies increasingly require robust data capabilities for both operational efficiency and regulatory compliance, with key competitors including Speedcast, KVH Industries, and Marlink all pursuing similar opportunities in this sector.
The fully managed bonded connectivity service will enable Toei Reefer Line to enhance crew welfare, better serve existing and future operational requirements, and respond to growing demand for real-time data monitoring on board its vessels
CARLSBAD, Calif., March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, announced that Toei Reefer Line Ltd, a leading supplier of sashimi-grade tuna, will install NexusWave on board the company’s sophisticated factory vessels to support their evolving crew and business connectivity requirements.
To maintain a level of quality consistent with the high expectations of its end customers in the Japanese consumer market, Toei Reefer Line employs specially trained personnel to load and operate its factory vessels, which are equipped to process, prepare, and store high-value cargoes at temperatures as low as -55⁰ C. Prioritising crew welfare, the company strives to ensure its seafarers are well cared for, can access high-speed internet and keep in touch with family and friends while serving at sea, often for extended periods in remote locations.
Inmarsat’s NexusWave seamlessly integrates Global Xpress (GX) Ka-band, Low-Earth Orbit (LEO), coastal LTE, and L-band services to deliver reliable high-speed Internet with unlimited data and global coverage. As well as enabling Toei Reefer Line to provide its crews with free, unlimited internet access wherever its ships are sailing, the bonded reliable connectivity solution will allow the company to monitor onboard temperature sensors in real-time, seamlessly access vessel networks from shore, and deploy cloud-based applications for ship management.
Shinobu Iijima, IT Director, Toei Reefer Line Ltd, said: “Crew welfare is our top priority. We employ up to 50 crew per vessel and providing them with unlimited data while they spend many months out at sea away from their loved ones is a priority. At the same time, we have experienced a surge in business-related data consumption due to the growing demand for connected applications and real-time monitoring as our vessels increasingly function like floating factories.”
Gert-Jan Panken, Vice President Global Sales, Inmarsat Maritime, said: “Placing great emphasis on quality, Toei Reefer Line has high expectations for onboard connectivity, requiring a solution that supports its sophisticated business operations and crew welfare initiatives alike. We are proud that Toei Reefer Line has chosen Inmarsat NexusWave, which – with its speed, reliability, unlimited data, and global coverage – meets the specialised requirements of their most complex vessels and highly trained crews at sea.”
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About Inmarsat Maritime
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