Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) satellites are positioned between LEO and GEO satellites. They offer a balance between speed, latency, and coverage. VSAT systems in GEO orbit often have higher latency but superior coverage, while MEO satellites offer lower latency than GEO systems but with less coverage. MEO satellites are ideal for some specialized applications but may require more infrastructure compared to GEO-based VSAT systems. When deciding, it’s important to assess the balance of coverage area, speed, and operational costs for maritime services.
