{"id":67776,"date":"2017-07-11T00:35:39","date_gmt":"2017-07-10T16:35:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp-productionenv-bjg9h2g2bgg5b8aa.southeastasia-01.azurewebsites.net\/news\/how-4g-lte-complements-satellite-communications-in-a-growing-digital-environment\/"},"modified":"2017-07-11T00:35:39","modified_gmt":"2017-07-10T16:35:39","slug":"how-4g-lte-complements-satellite-communications-in-a-growing-digital-environment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/starpath.global\/news\/how-4g-lte-complements-satellite-communications-in-a-growing-digital-environment\/","title":{"rendered":"How 4G LTE Complements Satellite Communications in a Growing Digital Environment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In an increasingly digital environment, efficient communication is crucial to the offshore industry. This requirement drives diverse options and choices for communications services among maritime operators including 4G LTE and Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSAT).<\/p>\n<p>While there is a common misconception that 4G LTE can be an inefficient and costly solution, service providers are rolling out new global roaming plans that are seeing strong uptake.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/mzLTQ9mQTa2MJLTabpma_01_VS_070817_Cover_DGTL-300x225.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" style=\"width: 120px; height: auto;\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/mzLTQ9mQTa2MJLTabpma_01_VS_070817_Cover_DGTL-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/mzLTQ9mQTa2MJLTabpma_01_VS_070817_Cover_DGTL-800x599.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/mzLTQ9mQTa2MJLTabpma_01_VS_070817_Cover_DGTL-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/mzLTQ9mQTa2MJLTabpma_01_VS_070817_Cover_DGTL.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\">\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fs-5 mt-0\">Explore the July\/August 2017 Issue<\/h3>\n<p class=\"mb-0 fs-smaller text-balance\">Check out more from this issue and find your next story to read.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t<button class=\"btn btn-primary\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"offcanvas\" data-bs-target=\"#offcanvasMENU\" aria-controls=\"offcanvasExample\" aria-label=\"button\" style=\"white-space: nowrap;\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\tView More <i class=\"bi bi-arrow-right-circle\"><\/i><br \/>\n\t\t\t<\/button><\/p>\n<p>The industry is witnessing more mainstream cellular operators in Europe and the United States deploy extensive 4G LTE network coverage. Previously, consumers were limited to using Wi-Fi in their homes or hotels where they have their own domestic high-speed Wi-Fi service. Now, they are able to get those same speeds, or better, whilst mobile via their cellphones with 4G LTE coverage from their cellular service provider. This allows users to stream movies and live sporting events whilst away from home.<\/p>\n<p>As consumers grow accustomed to this level of connectivity in their daily life, there is an expectation that they will continue to have the same data rates and connectivity on board cruise ships and other commercial vessels. This leads to an increased drive from maritime communications providers to increase satellite bandwidth during sea-time in order to support the higher internet access demands of those on board.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, some ship owners and operators have experienced 4G LTE bill shocks due to misuse from crews. Introducing cost control measures such as subscription credit limits, and access and service management of the 4G LTE networks can help complement VSAT and yield stable operating expenses to the maritime community.<\/p>\n<p><script>var AIAD_fcd45f981d570e35cee941b23edc69c7_6a6a0aa0864f5;googletag.cmd.push(function(){var AIMAP_29b58f13885ebf8ea6b032f958eb0748 = googletag.sizeMapping().addSize([992, 100], [[970, 90], [970, 250]]).addSize([768, 100], [728, 90]).addSize([320, 100], [320, 50]).build();var AIMAP_737ce075cc05dd766c8f8ea08f3faa73 = googletag.sizeMapping().addSize([768, 100], [728, 90]).addSize([320, 100], [320, 50]).build();var AIMAP_21fe3bcfb86a8660aba4e721ee9338f3 = googletag.sizeMapping().addSize([1200, 100], [970, 250]).addSize([768, 100], [600, 300]).addSize([320, 100], [300, 250]).build();AIAD_fcd45f981d570e35cee941b23edc69c7_6a6a0aa0864f5 = googletag.defineSlot('\/987\/satellitetoday.com\/via-satellite-digital-issue-ads', [ [600, 300], [300, 250], [970, 250] ], 'div-gpt-ad-1774631144891- 0-6a6a0aa0864f6').defineSizeMapping(AIMAP_21fe3bcfb86a8660aba4e721ee9338f3).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).addService(googletag.pubads());   });<\/script><script>googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1774631144891- 0-6a6a0aa0864f6'); });<\/script><\/p>\n<p>The yachting industry is a great example of growing bandwidth demand. 4G LTE is being increasingly integrated as an additional connectivity method, due to the bandwidth demand on board yachts sometimes outstripping the capacity of VSAT in particular hot spots. In areas where hundreds of yachts may be attempting to use the same beam to deliver connectivity for owners and crew members, 4G LTE is able to provide higher bandwidth with lower latency compared to a traditional VSAT solution.<\/p>\n<p>While incorporating 4G LTE in these cases is a good option, creating a hybrid network allows crew on board a ship to switch between solutions based on which solution or network is available at any given time. Some connectivity solutions provide network management devices that intelligently automatically switch between VSAT, L-Band and 4G LTE networks, reducing the requirement for human interaction.<\/p>\n<p>The communications provider\u2019s control over the 4G LTE and VSAT services gives them the ability to manage network utilization and performance, and helps them understand where there can be a hand-off on particular vessels from VSAT to near-shore, 4G LTE solutions. This decreases congestion on satellite networks and allows for better bandwidth utilization.<\/p>\n<p>Allowing a communications provider to manage a ship operator\u2019s connectivity regardless of the network provides the customer with the most cost-effective bandwidth available. In turn, the customer experiences stable operational expenses and a connectivity confidence, regardless of the geographic location of the ship.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, a hybrid network provides capabilities unmatched by a single solution. The increase of passengers on cruise ships, ferries and other commercial ships increases vessels\u2019 requirement for connectivity, whether via VSAT or 4G LTE. This growth drives up bandwidth requirements on board the vessel, which in turn is exponentially increased by proliferation of devices such as cellphones, tablets and laptops. With the growing pressure on communications providers and cruise and ferry operators operating in the offshore environment to reduce internet rates, having a hybrid network and the ability to switch between solutions without a delay in service will help reduce cost without sacrificing quality of service. <strong>VS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>,<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"widget-title\">In This Issue<\/h2>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<!-- post id 252:  \/code\/wp-content\/themes\/ai-beehive\/template-parts\/content\/post-snippet.php --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"overflow-hidden w-100 me-3\">\n<p>\t<img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/zjG0a4qGTGCcT256Ehut_ThinkstockPhotos-157437867-300x205.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/zjG0a4qGTGCcT256Ehut_ThinkstockPhotos-157437867-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/zjG0a4qGTGCcT256Ehut_ThinkstockPhotos-157437867-800x548.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/zjG0a4qGTGCcT256Ehut_ThinkstockPhotos-157437867-640x438.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/zjG0a4qGTGCcT256Ehut_ThinkstockPhotos-157437867.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\">\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"fs-4 w-100 line-clamp-3\">\n<p>\t\t\t\tAmplifier Firms Eye SmallSat, Ka-band Opportunities<br \/>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<p><!-- .post-snippet --><\/p>\n<hr class=\"my-3 d-block d-md-none\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- post id 255:  \/code\/wp-content\/themes\/ai-beehive\/template-parts\/content\/post-snippet.php --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"overflow-hidden w-100 me-3\">\n<p>\t<img width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/nBy3N3cKTn62MfVv1ayx_SOS20Villages-300x200.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/nBy3N3cKTn62MfVv1ayx_SOS20Villages-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/nBy3N3cKTn62MfVv1ayx_SOS20Villages-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/nBy3N3cKTn62MfVv1ayx_SOS20Villages-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/nBy3N3cKTn62MfVv1ayx_SOS20Villages.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\">\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"fs-4 w-100 line-clamp-3\">\n<p>\t\t\t\tCase Study: SOS Children\u2019s Villages<br \/>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<p><!-- .post-snippet --><\/p>\n<hr class=\"my-3\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<!-- post id 253:  \/code\/wp-content\/themes\/ai-beehive\/template-parts\/content\/post-snippet.php --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"overflow-hidden w-100 me-3\">\n<p>\t<img width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/CnQlhx4xRfCDcq96KNQG_HTS-300x200.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/CnQlhx4xRfCDcq96KNQG_HTS-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/CnQlhx4xRfCDcq96KNQG_HTS-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/CnQlhx4xRfCDcq96KNQG_HTS-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/CnQlhx4xRfCDcq96KNQG_HTS.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\">\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"fs-4 w-100 line-clamp-3\">\n<p>\t\t\t\tHTS: Ready for the Next Stage of Evolution<br \/>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<p><!-- .post-snippet --><\/p>\n<hr class=\"my-3 d-block d-md-none\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- post id 254:  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300px\">\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"fs-4 w-100 line-clamp-3\">\n<p>\t\t\t\tMillennials Discuss Attracting Young Talent to Satellite<br \/>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<p><!-- .post-snippet --><\/p>\n<hr class=\"my-3\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<!-- post id 259:  \/code\/wp-content\/themes\/ai-beehive\/template-parts\/content\/post-snippet.php --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"overflow-hidden w-100 me-3\">\n<p>\t<img width=\"300\" height=\"167\" src=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/DBVQJGKfRxCS91AerC0I_EdNote_Header_Web-300x167.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/DBVQJGKfRxCS91AerC0I_EdNote_Header_Web-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/DBVQJGKfRxCS91AerC0I_EdNote_Header_Web-800x446.jpg 800w, 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--><\/p>\n<figure class=\"overflow-hidden w-100 me-3\">\n<p>\t<img width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/X2ZS02jLTVOdgGg0QDbO_Opinion_Bubbles_Web-300x300.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/X2ZS02jLTVOdgGg0QDbO_Opinion_Bubbles_Web-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/X2ZS02jLTVOdgGg0QDbO_Opinion_Bubbles_Web-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/X2ZS02jLTVOdgGg0QDbO_Opinion_Bubbles_Web-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/X2ZS02jLTVOdgGg0QDbO_Opinion_Bubbles_Web-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/X2ZS02jLTVOdgGg0QDbO_Opinion_Bubbles_Web.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\">\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"fs-4 w-100 line-clamp-3\">\n<p>\t\t\t\tTechnology Neutrality Essential to Enabling Competitive 5G Communications<br \/>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<p><!-- .post-snippet --><\/p>\n<hr class=\"my-3 d-block d-md-none\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- post id 251:  \/code\/wp-content\/themes\/ai-beehive\/template-parts\/content\/post-snippet.php --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"overflow-hidden w-100 me-3\">\n<p>\t<img width=\"300\" height=\"194\" src=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/iYmGKLiS5m8aR3ipoGmi_ThinkstockPhotos-637002024-300x194.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/iYmGKLiS5m8aR3ipoGmi_ThinkstockPhotos-637002024-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.satellitetoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/iYmGKLiS5m8aR3ipoGmi_ThinkstockPhotos-637002024-800x517.jpg 800w, 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