Exmar Shipmanagement Selects SeaWave Integrator for Operational and Crew Communications
Middletown, RI, June 15, 2007 --(PR.com)-- SeaWave and Iridium Satellite today announced that Exmar Shipmanagement NV has selected the SeaWave Integrator solution for operational and crew communications aboard Exmar's fleet of 25 vessels which serve the international oil and gas industry. The SeaWave system will provide an integrated voice, data and email solution using the worldwide Iridium satellite network of low-earth-orbiting (LEO) satellites.
Exmar selected the Integrator for its ability to reduce administrative overhead while delivering reliable and affordable communications as well as crew access. A longtime advocate of Iridium technology for its low price, global coverage and reliability, Exmar Shipmanagement will utilize the Integrator for operational voice, data backup and affordable crew access with virtually no administration.
"We selected the Integrator for its proven dependability and low cost of ownership," said Peter Verstuyft, managing director of Exmar. "We also found it to be an affordable and feature-rich solution for crew access. The Integrator virtually eliminates administration and therefore reduces our overall investment in providing communications access to our crew."
Recognized in the international shipping community for its ability to act as both a stand-alone router for all vessel communications, as well as a gateway device for remote management of vessel systems, Exmar will also utilize the Integrator to complement SeaWave's Rydex software, currently used for operational data. The Integrator delivers the global coverage, reliability and affordability for voice and data by utilizing a built-in Iridium modem.
"Exmar is an example of a growing number of fleets that have come to realize the Integrator's flexibility," stated Lawrence Zevon, technical product manager for SeaWave. "Our customers make use of our unique ability to offer least-cost voice and data with or without SeaWave airtime, remote control of all vessel systems, crew access and other regulatory and informational products bundled as part of the service."
"Iridium's ubiquitous gap-free coverage over all the world's oceans, and robust voice and data links, provide an ideal solution for shipping fleets such as Exmar with ships trading on worldwide routes," said Greg Ewert, executive vice president of Iridium Satellite. "Our continued rapid growth in the maritime sector is largely due to the innovative and cost-effective products and solutions developed by our value-added partners such as SeaWave."
SeaWave Integrator models come standard with built-in GPS, Iridium voice and data capabilities, and can seamlessly connect to multiple satellite and cellular communications formats.
About SeaWave
SeaWave develops IT and communications solutions that serve an installed base of over 2,500 commercial vessels worldwide. SeaWave has produced a unique combination of industry-leading remote management products, throughput optimization technology, least-cost routing, information services and superior billing applications. The SeaWave Integrator and Rydex product platforms are trusted brands in private industry, government and the commercial marine community. SeaWave has offices and key agents in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Norway, Greece and Singapore.
About Iridium Satellite
Iridium Satellite LLC (www.iridium.com) is the only provider of truly global satellite voice and data solutions with complete coverage of the earth (including oceans, airways and Polar Regions). Iridium delivers essential communications services to and from remote areas where no other form of communication is available. The Iridium constellation consists of 66 LEO, cross-linked satellites and has multiple in-orbit spares. The constellation operates as a fully meshed network and is the largest commercial satellite constellation in the world. The Iridium service is ideally suited for industries such as maritime, aviation, government/military, emergency/humanitarian services, mining, forestry, oil and gas, heavy equipment, transportation and utilities. Iridium provides service to the U.S. Department of Defense. The company also designs, builds and sells its services, products and solutions through a worldwide network of more than 150 partners.
About Exmar
Based in Antwerp, Belgium, Exmar Shipmanagement NV is 100 percent owned by EXMAR. A diversified and independent shipping group serving the international gas and oil industry, the operational activities are:
LPG/NH3/Petchem
- Transport of liquid petroleum gas, ammonia and chemical gases, primarily on ships of the midsize-type (20,000 to 40,000 m3) and vlgc (70,000 to 85,000 m3) vessels
LNG
- Transport of liquid natural gas, with delivery in either liquid or gas form enabled by an on-board regasification installation (lngrv)
- Development of Upstream/Downstream LNG-projects
Offshore
- Services provided to the offshore oil and gas industry, encompassing offshore processing, storage and transshipment of oil and gases, as well as development, consulting and new designs for floating installation. Exmar Shipmanagement NV manages technical and crewing activities for approximately 25 vessels.
Contact SeaWave at +1 (401) 846-8403 x121 for additional information.
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Exmar selected the Integrator for its ability to reduce administrative overhead while delivering reliable and affordable communications as well as crew access. A longtime advocate of Iridium technology for its low price, global coverage and reliability, Exmar Shipmanagement will utilize the Integrator for operational voice, data backup and affordable crew access with virtually no administration.
"We selected the Integrator for its proven dependability and low cost of ownership," said Peter Verstuyft, managing director of Exmar. "We also found it to be an affordable and feature-rich solution for crew access. The Integrator virtually eliminates administration and therefore reduces our overall investment in providing communications access to our crew."
Recognized in the international shipping community for its ability to act as both a stand-alone router for all vessel communications, as well as a gateway device for remote management of vessel systems, Exmar will also utilize the Integrator to complement SeaWave's Rydex software, currently used for operational data. The Integrator delivers the global coverage, reliability and affordability for voice and data by utilizing a built-in Iridium modem.
"Exmar is an example of a growing number of fleets that have come to realize the Integrator's flexibility," stated Lawrence Zevon, technical product manager for SeaWave. "Our customers make use of our unique ability to offer least-cost voice and data with or without SeaWave airtime, remote control of all vessel systems, crew access and other regulatory and informational products bundled as part of the service."
"Iridium's ubiquitous gap-free coverage over all the world's oceans, and robust voice and data links, provide an ideal solution for shipping fleets such as Exmar with ships trading on worldwide routes," said Greg Ewert, executive vice president of Iridium Satellite. "Our continued rapid growth in the maritime sector is largely due to the innovative and cost-effective products and solutions developed by our value-added partners such as SeaWave."
SeaWave Integrator models come standard with built-in GPS, Iridium voice and data capabilities, and can seamlessly connect to multiple satellite and cellular communications formats.
About SeaWave
SeaWave develops IT and communications solutions that serve an installed base of over 2,500 commercial vessels worldwide. SeaWave has produced a unique combination of industry-leading remote management products, throughput optimization technology, least-cost routing, information services and superior billing applications. The SeaWave Integrator and Rydex product platforms are trusted brands in private industry, government and the commercial marine community. SeaWave has offices and key agents in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Norway, Greece and Singapore.
About Iridium Satellite
Iridium Satellite LLC (www.iridium.com) is the only provider of truly global satellite voice and data solutions with complete coverage of the earth (including oceans, airways and Polar Regions). Iridium delivers essential communications services to and from remote areas where no other form of communication is available. The Iridium constellation consists of 66 LEO, cross-linked satellites and has multiple in-orbit spares. The constellation operates as a fully meshed network and is the largest commercial satellite constellation in the world. The Iridium service is ideally suited for industries such as maritime, aviation, government/military, emergency/humanitarian services, mining, forestry, oil and gas, heavy equipment, transportation and utilities. Iridium provides service to the U.S. Department of Defense. The company also designs, builds and sells its services, products and solutions through a worldwide network of more than 150 partners.
About Exmar
Based in Antwerp, Belgium, Exmar Shipmanagement NV is 100 percent owned by EXMAR. A diversified and independent shipping group serving the international gas and oil industry, the operational activities are:
LPG/NH3/Petchem
- Transport of liquid petroleum gas, ammonia and chemical gases, primarily on ships of the midsize-type (20,000 to 40,000 m3) and vlgc (70,000 to 85,000 m3) vessels
LNG
- Transport of liquid natural gas, with delivery in either liquid or gas form enabled by an on-board regasification installation (lngrv)
- Development of Upstream/Downstream LNG-projects
Offshore
- Services provided to the offshore oil and gas industry, encompassing offshore processing, storage and transshipment of oil and gases, as well as development, consulting and new designs for floating installation. Exmar Shipmanagement NV manages technical and crewing activities for approximately 25 vessels.
Contact SeaWave at +1 (401) 846-8403 x121 for additional information.
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www.seawave.com
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