Starlink

Fixed (land)	Land Mobility	Maritime	Maritime

Advances in space technology have enabled satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) to provide internet access that is faster and has a higher capacity, and with Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency service, there is a new world of opportunity to consider.

Advanced Broadband Satellite Internet

Starlink is the world’s first and largest satellite constellation using a LEO to deliver broadband internet, capable of supporting streaming, video calls, and other high data rate applications.

From mine and energy sites to merchant vessels, oil rigs, and premium yachts, users can engage in activities that historically have not been possible with satellite internet. Leveraging advanced satellites and hardware, Starlink’s internet allows users to connect from even the most remote areas of the world with up to 350 Mbps download and latency of 20-40ms, enabling a high performance throughout.

Add-ons that DeSchotelShop can offer*

• Annual hardware maintenance
• Installation services
• Online monitoring of terminals via NI Portal
• Optional single and dual antenna configurations
• L-Band backup

Starlink is a satellite internet constellation project developed by SpaceX, the private aerospace company founded by Elon Musk. The goal of Starlink is to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband internet access to underserved and remote areas around the world, as well as to offer an alternative to traditional terrestrial internet service providers in more densely populated regions.

Some key points about Starlink:

• Satellite Constellation: Starlink consists of thousands of small satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) that form a network, or constellation, around the Earth. These satellites are positioned much closer to the Earth than traditional geostationary satellites, which results in lower latency and faster internet speeds.




• Global Coverage: The project aims to provide internet access to virtually every corner of the globe. This is particularly important in rural and remote areas where traditional internet infrastructure is costly and challenging to deploy.




• High-Speed Internet: Starlink is designed to offer high-speed internet with low latency, making it suitable for activities such as online gaming, video conferencing, and (video)streaming (i.e. Netflix, HBO max and more).




• User Terminals: Subscribers receive a Starlink Kit, which includes a phased-array satellite dish (known as a User Terminal) and a modem. The User Terminal is designed to automatically align itself with the satellites and is relatively easy to set up.




• Expanding Network: Starlink is an evolving project, and the constellation continues to grow. As more satellites are launched and become operational, the network's performance is expected to improve.




• Beta Service: Starlink began offering a public beta service called "Better Than Nothing Beta" in late 2020. It has been expanding its service to various parts of the world in phases.




• Competition: Starlink is competing with traditional internet service providers and other satellite internet companies, aiming to provide a competitive alternative, especially in areas with limited or no internet options.




• Potential Benefits: In addition to providing internet access to remote areas, Starlink could have applications in disaster recovery, maritime and aviation communications, and even future missions to Mars.

* This service is provided directly by Network Innovations.