Inmarsat completes first tests of integrated terrestrial networks in Singapore for maritime connectivity

NEW DELHI: British satellite operator Inmarsat has completed technology tests of terrestrial connectivity of its Orchestra network in Singapore, to potentially ease the congestion at busy shipping ports.

The Orchestra network combines geostationary orbit (GEO) satellites, highly targeted low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites and terrestrial 5G into a dynamic mesh network.

Inmarsat said it has completed the first-phase testing of ship-to-shore and ship-to-ship connectivity in the country.