Inmarsat

About the Network

Inmarsat was set up in 1979 by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to develop a satellite communications network for protecting lives at sea.

The Inmarsat network uses four geostationary satellites that hover around the Equator (0° Latitude). Each satellite is equipped with a single global beam that covers up to one-third of the Earth’s surface. Because Inmarsat’s coverage extends from the Equator, the higher latitudes (the poles), will have a lower performance. For your device to access the network it requires a clear line of sight to the Equator. Because of this, it may not be suitable for areas in canyon or mountain lands.

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