The company’s fleet of over 90 ships
now boasts improved service, greater capacity, and enhanced Wi-Fi reliability. This initiative began with Carnival
Cruise Line and AIDA Cruises in December 2022 and subsequently expanded to
include all of Carnival Corporation’s brands.
Josh Weinstein, CEO of Carnival
Corporation, said Starlink has revolutionized the onboard connectivity
experience for both guests and crew.
“We see
this technology as a win-win-win — it provides our guests with more flexibility
to stay as connected as they’d like on vacation, it allows our crew to stay in
touch with friends and loved ones, and it enhances our onboard operational
systems,” said Weinstein.
In a
similar development, container lessor Seaspan Corporation has also recently
completed the installation of Starlink across its full fleet, positioning
Seaspan as one of the first major owner-operators of containerships to fully
integrate Starlink’s high bandwidth, low latency service into its operations.
As of
March 31, 2024, Seaspan’s operating fleet consisted of 165 vessels, with an
additional 23 vessels under construction, expected to be delivered by December
2024.
“Enhanced connectivity on board our
vessels will translate to increased efficiency, safety, and seafarer welfare
across our fleet,” said Torsten Holst Pedersen, Seaspan’s Chief Operating
Officer.
Both
companies’ decision to equip their fleets with Starlink reflects the maritime
industry’s ongoing digital transformation, with shipping companies increasingly
turning to technology to meet their operational needs.
“In
today’s digital age, where data transfer demands continue to skyrocket for leveraging
AI and other innovative technologies, it was crucial to establish robust
high-bandwidth communication capabilities across our fleet,” said Garret Wong,
Vice President of Information Technology at Seaspan. “With the implementation of Starlink on all our vessels, we are now
well-positioned to take advantage of the latest emerging state-of-the-art
technologies in the maritime industry.”