As this transformational project unfolds, it promises to set a new standard for connectivity in the shipping industry. Hapag-Lloyd's commitment to embracing SpaceX Starlink satellite internet reflects the company's dedication to enhancing efficiency and safety across its vast fleet while prioritizing the well-being and connectivity of its seafaring workforce. Donya-Florence Amer, CIO/CHRO at Hapag-Lloyd, emphasized the significance of this technological leap forward, stating, 'Implementing the new technology to our fleet marks a significant leap forward in ensuring maritime connectivity and stands to revolutionize the way our seafarers stay connected while at sea.' Subsequently, the stepwise activation of the service on the company's ships is scheduled to commence in early 2024. The next phase of this ambitious project involves completing the ordering of the necessary technology and antenna installation by the end of 2023. This innovative approach is expected to result in significant cost savings for Hapag-Lloyd and an increase in service quality across its fleet.

The company says that the Starlink satellite network boasts an impressive bandwidth of up to 250 megabits per second, not only catering to private use but also facilitating remote maintenance and vessel inspections. But also for Fleet Management the change in communication and connectivity will be huge,' stated Rothkopf on September 21. Maximilian Rothkopf, COO at Hapag-Lloyd, expressed his enthusiasm for the development, saying, 'We are very happy to provide our seafarers with Starlink's high-speed satellite internet and thus to enhance their well-being on board. The high-speed satellite internet provided by Starlink has enabled seamless video calls and streaming services, fundamentally transforming the way seafarers stay connected while at remote seas.ĭr. The feedback from these trials has been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting a remarkable improvement in communication for seafarers. This strategic decision follows a successful pilot phase that commenced in May, during which crewmembers aboard four pilot vessels had the opportunity to test Starlink technology. Hapag-Lloyd has also made waves as the first container shipping line to roll out real-time container tracking on its entire fleet of approximately 3 million twenty-foot equivalent (TEU) containers.Hapag-Lloyd, one of the world's leading liner shipping companies with a fleet of 258 modern container ships and a total transport capacity of 1.9 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent unit), is set to revolutionize connectivity at sea with the introduction of SpaceX Starlink satellite internet technology. “Implementing the new technology to our fleet marks a significant leap forward in ensuring maritime connectivity and stands to revolutionize the way our seafarers stay connected while at sea,” says Donya-Florence Amer, CIO/CHRO at Hapag-Lloyd. Hapag-Lloyd says the Starlink equipment rollout is expected to be completed by the end of 2023, with service activation starting in early 2024. MOL has also trialled the technology with positive results. Hong Kong-based ship manager Anglo-Eastern is planning more 200 Starlink installations on its managed ships this year after an initial dozen vessels were equipped with the technology. Others in maritime have had similar experiences. With Starlink, seafarers can expect the same level of connectivity as they have ashore, including access to movies, television and video calls not only with family and friends, but also shoreside vessel support teams. But also for Fleet Management the change in communication and connectivity will be huge,” says Dr. “We are very happy to provide our seafarers with Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet and thus to enhance their well-being on board. The company says feedback has been overwhelming positive, allowing seamless video calls and streaming services. Hapag-Lloyd crewmembers have tested Starlink technology on four pilot vessels since May. The Starlink network offers up to 250 Mbps bandwidth, facilitating not only personal use but also enabling remote maintenance and vessel inspections, resulting in cost savings and enhanced service. With the adoption IoT (Internet of Things) technology, reliable connectivity at sea will only become more critical in the future. One report in 2018 showed that access to Wi-Fi aboard ships helps reduce some of the emotional stresses that come with long-stretches at sea. High-speed onboard connectivity has been proven to boost crew welfare, improve operational efficiency and safety, and helps companies attract and retain top talent. Hapag-Lloyd is the world’s fifth largest container shipping line by TEU capacity, with a fleet of over 250 vessels including 122-owned ships, according to Alphaliner. Hapag-Lloyd is rolling out Starlink satellite internet technology across its fleet, following a successful pilot phase.

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