Netherlands-based connectivity provider Castor Marine has added Starlink to its portfolio, completing its VSAT and network capabilities by becoming an Authorised Starlink Reseller.
Adding Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency broadband Internet solution to its portfolio means that Castor now can offer SD-WAN automatic and dynamic switching service between Starlink, VSAT, Iridium, Fleetbroadband and 4G/5G LTE services to create a seamless user experience that was impossible a few months ago.
Ivo Veldkamp, Castor Marine’s CEO, expects Starlink to “replace 4G/5G connectivity onboard of merchant marine and offshore vessels and yachts.” He also predicts that “vessels currently relying on VSAT will add Starlink for their high bandwidth requirements, while keeping VSAT on board as a back-up and failover service.”
Mark Olthuis, director of Castor Marine stated: “Starlink is a ground-breaking service, bringing a new level of connectivity at sea, accelerating automation and digitalisation for shipowners and improving internet experience for everybody onboard. We received positive feedback from customers who are already using Starlink and see a big demand from both our established customer base and new customers.”
Starlink Maritime consists of two flat panel antennas. Their small footprint means they are easy to install and require a minimum of space above deck. Another feature enabling ease of operation is that no matter how many vessels are hooked up to Starlink, all systems can be monitored and managed remotely from a single digital portal. In terms of security, the Starlink system provides end-to-end encryption, ensuring safe data traffic and protecting the confidentiality of its contents.
“Our customers expect us to stay ahead of the curve and provide them with the best connectivity solution technically available in the market,” said Veldkamp. “We foresee a shift in the market with customers switching from VSAT and 4G/5G connectivity to Starlink with VSAT as back-up. Adding Starlink to our portfolio of services enables Castor to create the optimal connectivity solution, not only for the maritime industry, but also for our NGO and enterprise customers.”
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