Geostationary (GEO) satellites provide reliable, long-range connectivity for marine vessels by staying fixed over the same spot on Earth. However, the distance from Earth leads to higher latency compared to LEO or MEO satellites. Despite this, GEO-based VSAT systems have a wide coverage area and are cost-effective for many maritime users. For missions requiring more […]
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VSAT coverage refers to the geographical areas where a satellite internet provider offers service. Marine VSAT systems rely on global or regional beams provided by satellites in geostationary orbits. Ku-band and Ka-band services offer wide coverage across oceans, shipping routes, and remote regions. Coverage maps vary by provider—vessels must select systems that cover their navigation […]