Marella Cruises partners with Speedcast to boost onboard Wi-Fi

Marella Cruises has partnered with global satellite communications provider Speedcast to introduce a hybrid internet network across its fleet.

Speedcast will launch Eutelsat Group’s OneWeb LEO (Low Earth Orbit) technology on the line’s ships, which will join the Starlink service that has already been deployed.

The tie-up aims to bring high-speed internet for passengers and crew on board.

Chris Hackney, Marella Cruises managing director, said: “This is another step forward in terms of innovation for Marella Cruises. With this new partnership with Speedcast, it will provide low latency internet across the fleet, not only enhancing the customer experience onboard, but also improving the connectivity for crew onboard the ships as well.”

James Trevelyan, Speedcast EVP global sales, said: “We have partnered with Marella Cruises for more than a decade, providing fully managed connectivity solutions supporting their fleet’s global voyages.

“Our depth of experience providing seamless communications services for cruise ships, combined with our market-leading position delivering LEO technologies, makes us a great fit to serve Marella in this deployment.

“We look forward to continuing our partnership with Marella and ensuring fully connected cruise operations for their crew and guests.”