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Exploris One readied for remote regions with Marlink connectivityExploris One readied for remote regions with Marlink connectivity

Exploris One was equipped with a complete hybrid network solution from Marlink during its refit in Valparaiso, Chile to ensure seamless, secure connectivity in isolated areas.

Holly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor

March 22, 2024

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Marlink connectivity for Exploris One expedition ship
Caption: The solution from Marlink is designed to deliver complete coverage and connectivity to Explors OnePHOTO: EXPLORIS / A MERLET

The 144-passenger ship, (ex. Silver Explorer from Silversea,) launched in December 2023 with sailings to South America and the Antarctic Circle, and will offer 32 further departures during its inaugural season.

The solution provided is designed to deliver complete coverage and connectivity, including LEO from Eutelsat OneWeb, Starlink and Iridium, Marlink GEO VSAT, TV-RO and 5G GSM services. The network solution powers the onboard ethernet/Wi-Fi network and a customer portal. 

Suitable for fur-flung destinations

‘Exploris has a mission dedicated to bringing new and exciting locations to life for our guests and enabling them to share their experiences with friends and family in real time,’ said Philippe Videau, president, Exploris. ‘Marlink shares our vision of providing excellence to our guests and keeping the vessel safe and connected wherever it is sailing.’

Marlink’s technical team organised the installation of the antennas, below deck equipment and integration to the ship’s network during an extensive refit, which saw the vessel prepared for sailing to secluded areas and polar regions.

Exploris One is scheduled to sail to Antarctica, the Atlantic Islands, Western Europe, Norway’s Svalbard, Iceland, Greenland, Canadian Arctic and South America. 

‘Only Marlink has the expertise to orchestrate complex networks enabling digital services and possibilities onboard and provide them in a solution that supports vessel operations and enables guests to share their experiences,’ remarked Tore Morten Olsen, president maritime, Marlink. ‘We are delighted to provide Exploris with the very best hybrid solution for Exploris One and wish her well during her maiden season.’

About the Author

Holly Payne

Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor

Holly is Deputy Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review & Seatrade Cruise News and has experience managing a range of highly successful international business and consumer titles. With a flair for video reporting and a history of overseas work documenting people and places of diverse cultures, Holly brings a variety of skills to the Seatrade Cruise portfolio.

Holly’s academic credentials include oral and written Arabic language skills (intermediate-advanced), an MA Multimedia Journalism with NCTJ accreditation, and a BA (Hons) Degree in Classical and Archaeological Studies with English and American Literature.

 

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