Wedoany.com Report-May 27, Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has entered an agreement with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), a prominent Japanese shipping company, to transition its fleet from the Fleet Xpress (FX) service to Inmarsat’s NexusWave connectivity solution. The upgrade, implemented by local partner JSAT MOBILE Communications, will cover MOL’s diverse fleet, including liquefied natural gas carriers, oil tankers, and car carriers, supporting the company’s digital transformation goals.

NexusWave offers a fully managed, bonded connectivity service that integrates multiple network layers to deliver high-speed, reliable internet with unlimited data and global coverage. This enables MOL to transform its vessels into connected floating offices and crew residences, meeting modern operational and crew welfare needs. The service includes enterprise-grade cybersecurity, 24/7 technical support, and transparent pricing for operational reliability.

Recent tests of NexusWave demonstrated download speeds of 330–340 Mbps, upload speeds of 70–80 Mbps, and network availability exceeding 99.9%. The upcoming integration of the ViaSat-3 Ka-band network is expected to further enhance connection speeds, supporting MOL’s digitalization strategy. Junichi Yoshiyama, MOL’s Chief Digital & Information Officer, stated: “Our digitalised and connected ships are becoming floating operations centres and homes for our crew, and Inmarsat’s NexusWave will help keep them connected to high-speed internet and support our onboard digitalisation strategy.”

Ben Palmer, President of Inmarsat Maritime, said: “We are proud to continue our partnership with MOL and to deliver NexusWave as an accelerator of maritime digitalisation and, by extension, an enabler of the floating office and floating home. Forward-thinking operators like MOL are drawn to the solution for its performance, robust capabilities, and the confidence that comes from working with a reliable maritime connectivity partner.” Katsuaki Koike, CEO of JSAT MOBILE Communications, added: “MOL, JSAT, and Inmarsat have been long-term partners, and this collaboration further underscores our commitment to providing cutting-edge connectivity solutions. We are dedicated to supporting MOL’s digital transformation journey and look forward ensuring seamless and reliable installations across MOL vessels.”

The transition to NexusWave reflects MOL’s commitment to leveraging advanced technology to enhance operational efficiency and crew welfare. JSAT MOBILE Communications will oversee the seamless installation and ongoing support, ensuring reliable performance across MOL’s fleet. This partnership strengthens the digital infrastructure of one of Japan’s leading shipping companies, supporting its long-term objectives in a connected maritime environment.