No Longer at Sea

With its close links to the fishing town of Urk, (from where most staff originate) it is appropriate that Mach6 is offering satellite communications to today's maritime. We have a solution for every market: in commercial shipping, fishing, dredging and yachting.

Move to satellite and:

• Create an Office at Sea
• Save time with one platform for all applications
• Look after your crew
• Attract new crew

Office at Sea

Today's sea-going vessels need not be isolated from their home port and sister ships. Satellite can allow a ship to operate as a mobile business centre even though an ocean away from its Head Office.

Mach6 offers internet, e-mail, phone, fax, video streaming and distance learning through fixed subscription prices.  And with global coverage, you get seamless switching from one satellite to another - wherever you are at sea.

Your company network can be connected to your ship or several ships.  It's practical and easy for ships to stay in contact with head office, business partners and customers. You can make plans, take important decisions and involve top management.

With 24 hour availability, you can take advantage of safety data from shore to ship, remote training, surveillance and video conferencing.

Mach6 customers are finding that they have shifted from 80% use of the internet for email and surfing to 80% operational use.

One platform for all applications

No matter where you are, Comtech's VIPERSAT platform offers fully automated seamless switching from one satellite to another as vessels move round the globe. Comtech develops worldclass applications for the maritime market (including self defrosting antennae).  VIPERSAT reduces operating expenses by minimizing and matching bandwidth and power.  With no extra costs, as this is programmed into your contract.

Look after your crew

Crew retention is a big problem as staff demand more home comforts while at sea.  Now you can give them some. Satellite links make calling home affordable - for the cost of a local landline call.  With private wireless access in cabin, crew members can phone home and  also use the internet for entertainment, e-learning and updated training.

With satellite videolink, you can provide a doctor from onshore for all  your vessels, avoiding a possible return to harbour for sick crew.

Attract new crew

You will attract skilled personnel who will join a crew enjoying these onboard benefits and who no longer feel isolated.                                                  

Sail to the next level   

Read our case study on how Dutch fishing vessels are hooking up to satellite to get their fish to market.

Download the Maritime Solution Sheet.pdf