Thales VesseLINK is one of the first terminals to be certified for use on Iridium's new fast speed satellite data service, Iridium Certus®. Vessels of all sizes can take advantage of VesseLINK's high data speeds of up to 700kbps*, 3 voice lines and location tracking.
Thales VesseLINK is one of the first terminals to be certified for use on Iridium's new fast speed satellite data service, Iridium Certus.
Workboats, leisure, container and fishing vessels can all take advantage of VesseLINK which offers data speeds of up to 700kbps*, 3 voice lines and location tracking. As well as helping with operational tasks such as service logging, system monitoring and weather forecasts, VesseLINK will also keep crews connected anywhere in the world to friends and family back home.
The marine antenna is compact, light and built to last - it has been manufactured to military-grade standards.
Voice calls are made by downloading an iOS or Android app to a smartphone which then connects by WiFi to make the call via VesseLINK.
VesseLINK provides dependable global maritime communications for users to stay connected whilst at sea, anywhere in the world. Through the Iridium Certus broadband service, VesseLINK operates on a network with over 66 satellites that cover 100% of the globe, including deep oceans and polar regions.
The VesseLINK solution utilises Iridium Certus to provide a highly reliable service for mobile and voice, text and web communications for all crew.
Thales VesseLINK provides data speeds of up to 704kbps, and streaming data speeds of up to 256 kbps.
This terminal is suitable for ships or fleets or any size and has an intuitive and user-friendly interface. The VesseLINK can easily integrate with your existing equipment on board, to fully digitalise your vessel.
The built-in upgradeability feature enables VesseLINK users the opportunity to future-proof investment and ensure peak speed and performance with Iridium Certus.
To remain connected and ensure safety on board, the Thales VesseLINK safety services include location tracking, telemedicine capabilities and voice and data-enabled features to deliver voice communications, to up to 3 dedicated channels.
To support and enhance existing equipment on board, the VesseLINK terminal provides at-sea reporting, service logging, crew connectivity, system/cargo monitoring and many other operational requirements. Additionally, real-time weather information is available as well as an embedded 802.11b/g Wi-Fi Access point.
The VesseLINK terminal can provide connectivity for up to 12 connected devices. Also, applications are enabled to function with Android and iOS devices.
* Initial data speed up to 352 kbps, future firmware upgrade will become available to improve speed to 700 kbps. Fees apply.
| Subscription Services | 0MB | 50MB | 100MB | 250MB | 1GB | 5GB | 10GB |
300MB* |
| Activation Fee | FREE | FREE | FREE | FREE | FREE | FREE | FREE | FREE |
| Minimum Term (Months) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Monthly Fee | $121.25 | $363.44 | $645.94 | $976.88 | $1,433.75 | $1,775.94 | $2,583.13 | $403.75 |
| Inc. MB/Month | 0 | 50 | 100 | 250 | 1,000 | 5,000 | 10,000 | 300 |
| Out of Bundle per MB | $16.19 | $8.13 | $6.50 | $4.25 | $1.25 | $0.94 | $1.38 | $1.63 |
| Early Termination Fee | $161.56 | $565.31 | $968.75 | $1,453.13 | $2,179.69 | $2,583.13 | $2,583.13 | $3,099.69 |
*VSAT COMPANION 300MB plan
| Service | Cost per Minute |
| Voice to Fixed | $0.49 |
| Voice to Iridium | $0.35 |
| Voice to other MSS | $14.54 |
| Voicemail | $0.35 |
| Two-Stage Dialling | $0.59 |
The table above shows how customers can use their inclusive monthly allowance.
ALL PRICES EX VAT
Plans are also available which allow the sharing of data allowances between multiple vessels. Contact us for details.
| Below Deck Unit Specifications | |
| Dimensions | 30.5 x 22.9 x 7.6 cm (12 x 9 x 3 inches) |
| Weight | 3.4 kg (7.5 lb) |
| Power | 12 VDC input, 11A max (7A avg.) includes powering external VesseLINK High Gain Antenna |
| Connectors | Front: RJ-45 LAN (3) Class 2 PoE RJ-45 WAN (1) for cellular connection RJ-14 POTS Rear: DC Power Input (10-32V) MIL-STD-1275D DC Power Input, +12V Regulated GPIO (RS-232, +12V out, DISTRESS, Radio Gateway, GPIO) TNC Connector, RF connection to Antenna Wi-Fi reverse SMA SIM slot |
| Mechanical Vibration and Shock | MIL-STD-810G, Test Method 514.6, Proc. 1, Category 20, Annex D MIL-STD-810G, Test Method 516.6, Proc. IV |
| Antenna Specifications | |
| Dimensions | 14 in dia. x 9 in h (35.6 cm dia. x 22.9 cm h) |
| Weight | 7 lbs (3.2 kg) |
| Power | Directly powered by the terminal at 24 VDC |
| Operating Temperature | -30 to +55 degrees C |
| Mechanical Vibration and Shock | IEC 60945, Section 8.7.1 and 8.7.2 MIL-STD-810G, Test Method 516.6, Proc. IV |
| Salt-Fog/Corrosion Standard | IEC 60945, Section 8.8 |
