Around 80 to 90 percent of all goods traded worldwide are transported by sea – therefore there is a huge market for maritime communication systems. Drilling rigs, cargo vessels, offshore wind farms, oil rigs, ferries, cruise ships or fishing fleets all require reliable, highly available communication that work even under extreme conditions. Despite the growing trend towards satellite-based connectivity, one fundamental requirement remains unchanged: The need for autonomous, fully-functional emergency communication even in the event of internet or satellite connection failures. Alarm messages must be transmitted reliably even in the event of fire, hurricanes or other disruptions, and under no circumstances can communication between the bridge and the engine room be interrupted.

In its white paper, innovaphone highlights the key trends currently shaping the maritime market – including IoT integration and crew welfare – and outlines what maritime operators should look for when selecting their communication platform. What role do certifications play? Can cloud solutions meet the requirements at sea? How can a communication platform be successfully integrated into other onboard systems, such as control systems, weather data or operating information? And how can highly available emergency communication be guaranteed? These are just some of the issues addressed by the communication specialist in its white paper.

While these issues highlight the complexity of modern maritime communication requirements, they also show that traditional systems are reaching their limits.  This is precisely where innovaphone comes in. The communication specialist offers a holistic, DNV-certified platform that can be precisely tailored to the challenging demands of maritime environments thanks to its modular design.  Its key features include:

• DNV system approval for innovaphone PBX with myApps
• Modular app platform for communication, security, administration and crew welfare
• Dedicated intercom solutions designed for maritime use
• Off-grid capability for real-time communication without external connection
• Seamless failover and high redundancy
• Sustainable cost efficiency through durable, redesign-capable hardware

Download the new white paper “Maritime Communication Solutions: Safety and High Availability on High Seas” free of charge and discover how real-time communication, security and crew welfare go hand in hand at sea.