It is based on Starlink's global maritime offering and promises high-speed, low-latency internet access with no fixed monthly fees and attractive pricing for crew and passengers.
Elcome, a provider of maritime technology solutions with 55 years of experience, said WELCOME will be available in all international waters and the territorial waters of 70 countries, with bandwidth of up to 350 Mbps and average latency below 99 milliseconds.
Crew pricing starts at ...
Crew will be able to purchase data bundles or monthly subscriptions starting at $3 using both international and regional credit cards, online wallets and other payment methods.
'We are excited to introduce WELCOME, a game-changing maritime internet service that will revolutionse how ships and offshore installations stay connected at sea,' said Asneed Ameer, senior manager connectivity at Elcome.
He added Elcome will be offering a free Starlink Flat High-Performance Kit for qualifying customers. This means crews can benefit from WELCOME without any upfront investment and with no fixed monthly cost.
The service is set to launch in May.
Data purchased on one ship may be used on another
Crew benefits include roaming, enabling them to use the data they purchase on one WELCOME-equipped ship aboard another. This ensures crew can stay connected seamlessly as they move between vessels.
Additionally, Elcome plans to partner with content and service providers to enable them to extend the reach of their products via WELCOME, further enhancing the crew experience.
Elcome has offices in 15 countries with more than 600 professionals supporting thousands of vessel owners and operators worldwide. The company has deployed nearly 1,500 maritime Starlink terminals in the past year and expects to deploy thousands more in 2024.
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