Connected: Ship-to-Ship Communications for Vessel Communications & Crew Comfort

Situation:

Although satellite internet is seen as ubiquitous, there are regions of the world where connectivity is more than problematic. After months of dealing with spotty satellite coverage, a supply vessel fleet operator was looking for an alternative solution that would allow for voice and video conferencing with destination ports, as well as other data needs, including documentation and email. Outside of the operational needs of a communications link, the operator was looking for a unique solution that would be capable of delivering unimpeded streaming of internet applications such as Netflix, Youtube, and Spotify.

Solution:

BATS delivered its DVM 50 system with integrated broadband radio. The system was configured for a point-to-multipoint configration with sector basestations both on shore and at the delivery point.

The solution was capable of delivering over 100 Mbps, allowing the operator to tune the throughput as needed. With latency of under 5 milliseconds, the operator was able to show buffer-free streaming of audio and video over the broadband link.

Through its continuing work with regional partners BATS was able to demonstrate a solution that could not only deliver the needed communications link that would allow for the consumption of voice, video, and data; but it could maintain that link even while the vessel was in transit, far exceeding client expectations.