FleetBroadband for fishing

Captain Sig puts FleetBroadband through its paces

FleetBroadband for Fishing

Captain Sig Hansen uses FleetBroadband

In 2009, Captain Sig Hansen, TV personality, replaced the communications system onboard his fishing vessel, Northwestern, with a FleetBroadband terminal. Since its installation he has become a major advocate of this award winning service, which continues to exceed adoption expectations, especially amongst deep-sea fleets. Captain Sig particularly values FleetBroadband's robustness and reliability, and you can understand why it's important to him when he describes 60 foot waves and terrifying gusts of wind that the Northwestern and her crew cope with on a regular basis.

Watch the film to find out how FleetBroadband coped when it was put through its paces in extreme conditions.

Fishing
Weather & safety
Maintenance
Crew

FleetBroadband not only gives Captain Sig the ability to download the most up-to-date weather reports and oceanographic data, helping him plan his trips to maximise revenue, it also gives him a system that improves efficiency and safety, from reporting his catch prior to reaching port to regular maintenance and emergencies. However, just as important is the fact that his crew can contact home by telephone, email and SMS, at anytime and from anywhere - vital for maintaining morale.

With compact and easy to install equipment, FleetBroadband provides you with affordable, always-available voice and data connectivity on a global basis, enabling you to stay in touch and one step ahead of your catch.

A perfect fit for fishing vessels

Stay connected – an always-available IP service that keeps you connected with shore wherever you fish
Get to fish faster – download real-time oceanographic data, cast your nets in the right place and at the right time
Maximise profitability – plot the most fuel-efficient routes by accessing real-time chart and weather updates
Improve your operations – report your catch to shore, book supplies and repairs prior to arriving in port
Legal compliance – fast, secure e-log book completion and catch reporting
Maximise space – a portfolio of highly compact terminals for every size and type of vessel
Enjoy peace of mind – serving the maritime industry for over 30 years with over 20,000 terminals activated, FleetBroadband is our fastest growing maritime service ever

Where to meet

During the year Inmarsat showcases FleetBroadband and 3rd party solutions with its partners at key tradeshows, seminars and roadshows throughout the world. Follow the link for details of events taking place in your region and around the globe.

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Watch the video here