VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal)

VSAT has been the go-to for vessel internet for years. It connects ships to geostationary satellites (typically via Ku or C-band) and delivers solid, stable performance for:

• Fleet tracking and ECDIS chart updates
• Crew communication and emails
• Remote diagnostics and IoT data

It works well across ocean routes and is backed by decades of marine reliability. But it comes with limitations — higher latency, complex antenna setup, and bandwidth that doesn’t always match demand.

Starlink Maritime

Starlink Maritime by SpaceX flips the model. It’s low-earth orbit (LEO) based, meaning:

• Faster speeds
• Lower latency (great for video calls, remote support, or entertainment)
• Easier hardware install

For coastal, regional, or offshore rigs — especially near high-traffic zones like the Suez Canal or Southeast Asia — Starlink is proving to be a serious upgrade.

Key Differences at Sea

Which One Should You Choose?

Choose VSAT if:

• Your vessel sails global ocean routes
• You need fixed coverage with guaranteed SLAs
• You require Class-approved setups

Choose Starlink if:

• Your fleet stays near coastlines or regional zones
• You want higher speeds and better crew satisfaction
• You need quick setup and no binding contracts

Our Take at Global Tech

We install and support both systems — because no two fleets are the same. Our engineers survey your vessel, routes, and data usage to recommend the right fit.

We also offer hybrid setups — VSAT + Starlink — to combine the best of both worlds. That way, you’re never offline, whether in deep sea or docked.