AST Networks win contract to supply 30 x VSAT to SEACOR Marine

7/10/2017

AST Networks, a leading global provider of satellite communication services and solutions, today announced they have recently won a contract with SEACOR Marine International (SEACOR) to supply VSAT and failover satellite communications to 30 vessels.

The agreement sees AST Networks supplying VSAT and back-up communications for SEACOR’s North Sea and West African fleets providing the bandwidth for VOIP and data services over multiple satellite networks enabling vessels to move freely from region to region with no disruption.

With SEACOR’s fleet operating in the challenging OSV market a flexible, affordable and reliable solution was required. As well as competitive pricing and 24/7 support SEACOR Marine was able to benefit from AST Networks' unique INTEGRA network providing real-time application identification and control, ensuring bandwidth is utilised efficiently on-board for both operational & crew welfare purposes in a secure manner.

Stuart Castell commented; “We are proud to supply SEACOR with VSAT and backup satellite communications for their very busy fleet, this contract further highlights our ability to supply and support large VSAT requirements on a global basis”.

Richard Marshall, International Communications Manager, SEACOR Marine International spoke of the deal; “We have a long working relationship with AST Networks, and are delighted to announce the awarding of this contract. We have always been impressed with AST Networks responsiveness and professional approach to the provision of satellite services and look forward to our continued close relationship. We are already seeing the benefits of running our satellite services through the INTEGRA network and can now identify the source of encrypted data being used on our vessels from any type of device, mobile, tablet or laptop.”