Where Are We with Starlink?
In just two years, high-speed Internet connection has become almost commonplace on board our multihulls. This technological breakthrough has been made possible by the deployment of over 7,000 satellites by Starlink. For the time being, this company enjoys an almost monopolistic position - 70% of operational satellites in low Earth orbit belong to it. In 2023, rates were very attractive and conditions of use relatively flexible... Starlink has since reviewed the management of its services and, above all, the company regularly changes rules and rates. So, is this solution still attractive in 2025, and what are the alternatives for staying connected, even in the middle of the ocean?
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Publié le
30/01/2025
Par
Dominic Salander
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200
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In Multihulls World #190, we published an article in this section entitled “Starlink Internet Service Provider, revolution or disappointment?” That was a year and a half ago - an eternity in the technology field! Radio had already broken the silence, then came satellite telephony, which made it possible to receive weather forecasts and send emergency calls. Today, you can stream a movie from the saloon of your multihull in the middle of the ocean. High-speed Internet access is now a reality, and even more so since the introduction of the Starlink offer. It’s a significant technological ad…
