SAILOR FLEETBROADBAND 250, from Thrane & Thrane gives you faster, more cost effective access to satellite data services than ever before.

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- Accessories f. SAILOR 500/250 BroadBand
- Installation Manual SAILOR 500/250 Including 19"
- Quick Guide/English SAILOR 500/250 FleetBroadband
- SAILOR 250 FleetBroadband ADU
- SAILOR 250/500 FleetBroadband BDU
- User Manual SAILOR 500/250 Including 19"

In The Box

Send and receive e-mails and browse the web

Features and Benefits

Life at sea mirrors more and more the everyday life ashore when it comes to communication. Why settle for less on sea than at home? Now you can look after your business in the middle of the Caribbean Ocean. For the first time in history it is possible to get affordable IP communication on board.

The**SAILOR FleetBroadband 250** **(FB 250)** utilises the Inmarsat satellite network. 

[Download Product Sheet](https://theastgroup-production.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/f1fd359b1359382891dd90fd758a1c93.pdf)
  

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Technical Information

Product Interfaces

Seamless connectivity solutions for sustainable business operations and crew safety and welfare. 

Commercial Shipping Solutions

Digital and autonomous technologies can transform the working lives of our seafarers while also raising both safety standards and operational efficiency. 

AST Networks provide the link between the commercial shipping and digitalisation with innovative access to real-time data to enable greater and continuous connectivity and control over satellite, GSM networks and fleet/vessel management.


Digitalisation

Due to the nature of commercial shipping, crew can be at sea for prolonged periods of time, relying on satellite connection to stay in touch with loved ones and to boost morale on board through access to entertainment. 

Onboard VSAT/L-Band/GSM services make bandwidth available for crew to access real-time entertainment (films, /social media etc.) as well as connect with family and friends on the shoreside at any time. 

Crew safety & welfare

Reliable connectivity available in real-time either onboard or from the shoreside at any point in time empowers the commercial shipping industry with immediate access to record and communicate information, data and take action to improve the vessel performance. 

AST Networks put the maritime sector in control of their [connectivity and bandwidth](https://theastgroup-production-app-v48om.ondigitalocean.app/solutions/comms-and-bandwidth-management), from simple voice and data to corporate VSAT bandwidth connectivity solutions, AST Networks provides vessels with a reliable and secure connection anywhere in the world through a range of maritime satellite communications solutions. 




Vessel operations

Related Insights

With over 30 years of experience, AST Networks have learnt to adapt and innovative with the growing connectivity requirements of the commercial shipping industry. Now more than ever shipping companies are relying on satellite communications to not only connect their crew and keep them safe but track, monitor and connect their high-value assets.

AST Networks connectivity solutions enables fleet owners to use technology to transform their operations, improve performance, reduce costs through vessel optimisation, monitor environmental parameters to decarbonize and meet sustainability goals, and provide bandwidth management solutions across all channels to ensure crew productivity and wellbeing.

We offer satellite communications services for commercial shipping. We provide the latest in satellite communications technology to ensure that your vessels are always connected.

Satellite communications service for commercial shipping

Commercial Shipping

Feel connected and safe wherever the catch takes you. Remain compliant with regulations and stay ahead of the game with real-time access to data.

Commercial Fishing Solutions

Commercial fishing is one of the riskiest jobs in the world. Boats can be out at sea for weeks or months, with those on board often exposed to difficult and challenging conditions.

To ensure round-the-clock safety for all on board, reliable connectivity is crucial for fishing vessel owners, skippers and crew to gather information on weather conditions at sea.

AST Networks offers unparalleled safety for fishing vessels with [pole-to-pole](/sectors/polar) coverage via [Iridium Certus®](/en/services/iridium-certus) to the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). 

A worldwide system for automated emergency signal communication for ships at sea developed by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) as part of the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention, it allows you to send emergency and distress messages, enable vessel-to-vessel routine communications and vessel-to-shore routine communications.

Regardless of a vessel’s location at sea, with AST Networks global coverage, vessels can rely on a connection to enable operational communication with shoreside, other vessels and access to data. 

Our unique connectivity solutions with VSAT also allow crews to surf the web, [communicate with loved ones](/solutions/crew-welfare) and enjoy entertainment during downtime. 

Remain in control of bandwidth with market leading bandwidth management service INTEGRA Control that frees up bandwidth for operational and critical communications when you need it. 


Resilient connectivity for on-board communications

Stay ahead of your [sustainability goals](https://www.ast-networks.com/case-studies/fishery-asset-monitoring-from-ast) and comply with fishing regulations with AST Networks complete marine and maritime satellite communications services. Using cellular, GSM, satellite, or a combination, we enable continual monitoring and reporting for fisheries across the globe. 

Optimise operational costs and ensure safe and reliable vessel operations, including equipment and compliance with all applicable regulations via Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS), which offers preventative maintenance of your vessel and ensures engines are monitored and efficient with real-time data access. 




Operations & vessel monitoring

Whatever the size of your commercial fishing fleet, our range of global connectivity services will empower you with the technology to optimise productivity and [safety at sea](/solutions/maritime-safety). 

We're a global, end-to-end provider of satellite communications services for the commercial fishing industry.

Satellite communications services for the commercial fishing industry

Commercial Fishing 

Keep offshore crews safe with dependable communications while achieving enhanced operational efficiency. 

Offshore Energy Solutions

Offshore Energy companies need custom satellite communications solutions that meet the highest levels of network reliability and security for day-to-day business communications and operations. 

AST Networks tailor make [satellite communications solutions](/solutions/bespoke-solutions) to fit as operations expand in scope and duration. You can learn more about how we have helped the world's largest oil and gas companies achieve their goals through our [case studies](/case-studies?sector=5), such as the one below.



Operational efficiency

For crew, being able to contact their loved ones back home and accessing a few home comforts plays a vital role in their wellbeing. Our range of handheld and broadband terminals allow oil rig owners the opportunity to [improve crew welfare](/solutions/crew-welfare) and quality of life by allowing crew to make calls, watch television (TVRO), access the internet and send texts and emails, from any location and in any weather. 

As a responsible partner we are also mindful that bandwidth is managed efficiently. Our [INTEGRA](/solutions/comms-and-bandwidth-management) service gives you the insight to prioritise critical communications and make key bandwidth management decisions backed by automated insights and data. 

Crew welfare

AST Networks tailor make satellite communication-based IoT solutions that provides global asset management and automates machinery. Thanks to our [iRAMS telematics solutions](https://www.ast-networks.com/solutions/maritime-i-o-t-and-asset-management), those managing offshore industry assets can utilise our remote control, fault monitoring and intelligence alerts – allowing preventative maintenance measures and reducing potential downtime.    

Remote asset management

As [OneWeb’s](/solutions/one-web) most experienced maritime partner, AST Networks can provide the industrial grade connections at high-speed and low latency for offshore energy operations. 

The high-performance connectivity allows the implementation of new use cases relying on artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) to revolutionise traditional offshore working practices, enhance processes and improve worker safety. 

Supporting new use cases offshore

From FPSOs and OSVs to rigs in shall and deep waters, AST Networks range of communication and connectivity solutions are ideally suited for offshore operators looking for enhancing operational resilience, improving [crew welfare](/solutions/crew-welfare) and optimising production at lower costs in a highly complex industry.

We provide a range of satellite communications services for offshore vessels and oil and gas platforms. We offer solutions for voice, data, internet, video, tracking and monitoring. We have been in the maritime industry for over 30 years, and we know what it takes to get the job done.

Satellite communications services for offshore vessels and oil and gas

Offshore Energy

Operate safely and efficiently anywhere in the world. Monitor and maintain your workboat and optimise vessel performance with ease using automated reporting.

Workboats Solutions

VSAT connectivity and on-board broadband services provide the connection for critical and operations comms as well as [crew connectivity](https://theastgroup-production-app-v48om.ondigitalocean.app/solutions/crew-welfare). Our unique solutions also allow crews to surf the web, catch up with family and friends and enjoy entertainment during downtime. 

Resilient connectivity for shoreside-to-vessel communications

Remote vessel monitoring technologies have advanced and improved over the years with added functionality such as engine and sensor monitoring telemetry to always available VSAT satellite broadband communications. 

AST Networks' onboard hardware connects to the vessel's most expensive component (the engines) and transmits the data in near real-time to a simple shoreside user web interface. This interface then allows shore-based operations staff instant, clear visibility of the not just the vessels location but also its engine data.


Vessel monitoring

iRAMS Vessels is a ground-breaking proven vessel engine and asset tracking and management system that provides the ability to feed vessel information data automatically into preventative maintenance schedules. 

iRAMS Vessels integrates seamlessly with our Planned Maintenance System (PMS) so that you can plan, monitor, record and implement complex maintenance tasks, including compliance reporting and innovative predictive maintenance monitoring.


Vessel maintenance

Operators of coastal and offshore workboat vessels often work in rough seas and harsh environments and require highly reliable and effective equipment and technology in these unique environments. 

AST Networks helps workboat vessels plan, administer and [monitor vessel maintenance and servicing tasks](https://www.ast-networks.com/solutions/maritime-i-o-t-and-asset-management) in near real-time with automated reporting. We have [tailored solutions](/solutions/bespoke-solutions) specifically for the workboat sector so that companies have peace of mind, knowing that their vessels and crew are operating safely and efficiently.


Workboats

We provide satellite communications services and hardware for workboats operating in remote regions, as well as for the offshore oil and gas industry.

Satellite communications services and hardware for workboats

Dependable, high-end connectivity for your onboard guests and crew to stay connected wherever you sail or berth.

Yacht & Leisure Boat Solutions

We have supported [world record breaking racing teams](/insights/news/ast-official-supporter-use-it-again-trimaran-attempt-break-westabout-around-world-sailing-record) as they circumnavigate the globe ensuring they have the best use of bandwidth and [connectivity](/solutions/maritime-connectivity) throughout the journey. Preparation is the key to winning yachting events. Get the competitive edge with AST unrivalled communication solutions for access to weather forecasts and maintain position tracking so that your sail selection, rig setup and race strategy are the best they can be.

Connecting racing teams


Whether it’s sailing for leisure or racing, passengers and crews on board expect high-speed, low latency connectivity. However, when out on the open sea connectivity on board can be a challenge, with inconsistent coverage, dead zones and slow speeds. 

As global industry leaders, we can provide you with satellite communications systems including safety systems, radios, anti-piracy, TV and maritime communications. [Our range of handheld and broadband terminals](/products?solution=&sector=9) allow owners and passengers to make calls, stream entertainment, access the internet and send texts and emails, from any location and in any weather conditions. 


A supercharged onboard experience

Retaining reliable satellite communications services when on open water not only maintains a first-class experience for guests on board but allows access to essential weather and navigation information. With our product and solutions portfolio AST provides satellite communication solutions to manage and improve your connectivity, so that everyone on board can stay connected 24/7.


Satellite communications for yachts and leisure boats. Offering systems to suit all needs, from basic setups to the most advanced tracking and data services available. Keep in touch with teams on land for crew welfare and safety with our secure and reliable satellite comms.

Satellite communications services for yachts & Leisure Boats

Yachts & Leisure Boats

Secure, resilient uninterrupted voice, data and video services you can count on in challenging environments. 

Check out this new video introducing OneWeb's Government services.

Offering connectivity equipped for operations anywhere, even the most remote environments, including: 

- First responders
- Armed forces,
- Government agencies

OneWeb for Government

Government & Security Solutions

Often, they are hampered by interoperability problems, unstable communications infrastructure or intermittent signal issues.

[With 24/7 year-round global customer support,](/service-desk) AST Networks' managed services deliver end-to-end solutions designed specifically to maximise performance where and when you need it most. [Satellite communications terminals, modems and VSAT systems](/products?sector=10) can be used to set up temporary offices, with access to applications, head office communications or even video conferencing solutions.

Fully deployable satellite communications anywhere on the planet

Many ambulance crews across the globe operate in poor or non-existent radio/GSM coverage areas or suffer from blackspots which can interrupt coverage during potentially life-threatening situations. AST Networks can help provide robust, reliable communications on-the-move including [vehicular mounted satellite terminals](/products/explorer-8120-12m-stabilised-auto-acquire-drive-away-antenna-system) and [push-to-talk radios](/products/explorer-push-to-talk-ptt). 

Ambulance

Fire crews operating in remote areas of the world often must tackle wildfires which can be dangerous as they spread fast, change direction, jump to other areas, potentially threatening life. AST Networks' robust communications solutions for fire services include vehicular mounted satellite terminals and push-to-talk radios which provide fast, reliable information that can be shared quickly to save lives.

Fire

With our scalable satellite connectivity broadband systems and [wireless voice, video, data and internet solutions](/solutions/land-connectivity), security personnel and police can have access to robust and reliable control centre comms, and real-time sharing of critical information for effective and efficient management of any major incident or large-scale event.

Security and Police

Operations such as search and rescue require fast deployment and efficient co-ordination of many different services, including fire, ambulance and police crews. The ability to communicate between disparate radio networks becomes paramount to the success of the operation. 

We can provide satellite and radio solutions to enable on-the-move communications and continuity of operations in any condition. Many satellite phones [incorporate in-built SOS](/products/iridium-extreme-9575-satellite-phone) and tracking facilities that are ideal for personnel working in [remote or dangerous surroundings](/solutions/remote-and-lone-workers).


Search and Rescue

Governments, security and military personnel often operate in harsh environments, [coordinate remote teams](/solutions/remote-and-lone-workers) and continuity of operations in emergency situations under extreme pressure. 

First response teams require access to fast, portable and reliable satellite communications at a moment’s notice, without disruption to operations. Whether mobile, vehicular, fixed or portable, AST Networks [hybrid communications](/solutions/bespoke-solutions-land) provide end-to-end connectivity solutions via satellite, GSM, HF/VHF radio and Wi-Fi to ensure optimal resilience and avoid any blackouts during mission-critical operations. 


We provide satellite communications services for government, security and military customers. With secure and reliable satellite services you can ensure your critical operations can carry on.

Satellite communications services for government, security and military

Government & Security

SAILOR FleetBroadband 250: Satellite Broadband

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The award-winning ELERA network covers the globe and delivers unrivalled availability, connecting people and machines in [remote locations](/solutions/remote-and-lone-workers), [on board ships](/sectors/commercial-shipping) and on planes. The network is designed to power the global Internet of Things (IoT), voice calls and internet access for fast, reliable data.


ELERA Global Network 

Shipping companies need guaranteed seamless global coverage for fast and secure data transfer - especially at busy ports, straits and shipping canals where reliable connectivity matters most. Fleet Xpress operates as a fully managed service, powered by Inmarsat’s Ka-band Global Xpress network, enabling customers to increase their bandwidth as their digital ecosystem evolves.   

Seamless, global, Ka-band spot beam coverage enables consistent, stable, uninterrupted quality of service, with no drop out at satellite handover while unique, steerable beams layer additional, high-speed capacity where maritime customers need it most. FleetBroadband back-up assures 99.9% network availability adherence. 

Inmarsat Fleet Xpress

Inmarsat’s Land Xpress (LX) operates over Inmarsat’s award-winning Global Xpress (GX) Ka-band network. 

Optimised for land applications, LX combines high bandwidth with competitive and flexible pricing, ensuring seamless communications wherever your business operates. No matter how remote, no matter how often you move, no matter how much data you need – there is an LX solution for you. 

Ideal for:

- [NGOs and Environmental](/sectors/ngo-s-and-environmental) - for supporting rapid and unplanned rescue and restoration deployments. 
- [Utilities](/sectors/energy-1) – for keeping your teams connected, comfortable and safe.  
- [Mining](/sectors/mining) - ensuring crews exploring remote areas or operating on regional mine sites are connected supporting efficiency and safety. 




Inmarsat Land Xpress

Excitingly, Inmarsat are launching the future of their network with seven new satellites due to be introduced by 2024. This innovative goal will reinvigorate the ground network and make the best even better. 
 
Watch this space!


The future of Inmarsat

For those fleets that don’t need the power of digitalisation or a high-speed crew internet service just yet, FleetBroadband remains a cost-efficient solution to keep your vessel connected. Using L-band, FleetBroadband works beyond expectation with over 99.9% availability, so when disaster strikes you are always in the driving seat to mitigate against the worst scenario and contact shore for help. 

- Easily navigate through tough waters with access to real-time weather reporting, electronic charts and communications from shore-based teams.  
- Improve vessel performance, reduce fuel costs and increase the accuracy of port arrival times with remote diagnostics and better route planning.  
- Guarantee you and your crew can make more than one call at the same time, with access to multiple telephone lines and data streams, meet the operational and safety challenges of your crew and vessel without fail.  

Inmarsat FleetBroadband

As a Tier One partner of Inmarsat, industry leading services are accessible using a variety of devices, from hand-held satellite phones and remote site fixed installations, to vessel, vehicular and airborne mobile terminals, offering different performance options to suit your operational [needs](https://www.ast-networks.com/case-studies/fco-inmarsat-land-xpress-lx).

## Inmarsat Documentation

[Registration for Service Activation of 
Maritime Inmarsat-C Mobile Earth Station PDF](https://theastgroup-production.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/bfd11b91a72ac606f6c7a25c5561e4e2.pdf?updated_at=2023-08-17T11:35:38.521Z)



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Inmarsat has been powering global connectivity for over four decades – providing voice and data satellite services to satisfy your communications requirements, wherever your staff are located in the world.

Inmarsat Satellite Services

Trust that your crew is safe, healthy and connected wherever they are required to operate in our oceans, ports and docks. 


We provide connectivity solutions over satellite so your crews can stay in touch with their loved ones and important points of contact (such as doctors) no matter where they are.

Keep your crews connected

DigiGone™ Sat-Chat takes satellite communications services to the next evolutionary step. It allows clients to communicate around the world, through fully encrypted means.

Sat-Chat services provide our clients with secure video teleconferencing, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), IM Chat, and file transfer capabilities, even from the most remote locations while using Inmarsat BGAN or FleetBroadband.



Video teleconferencing over satellite

DigiGone has years of proven reliability and service in a variety of environments, all over the world including sectors such as:

Widely used across different sectors

Our INTEGRA Services are exclusively available for AST Networks customers through My AST Portal - empowering users to access real-time data management, allowing captains and crew to be in control of application use on any device, from anywhere in the world.

Take control of your onboard data

These prepaid calling cards are a popular method to boost crew morale whilst maintaining business-critical communication. 


Iridium Certus® and Inmarsat prepaid scratch cards

Stay connected with your friends and family anywhere in the world with Iridium Crew Calling, using Iridium GoChat prepaid calling cards.

[Iridium Certus®](/en/services/i-1) Prepaid Scratch Cards are available to from AST Networks for both Maritime and Land Mobile customers. Cards are available in denominations of 5, 45, and 90-minutes providing Iridium Certus® equipment owners with the ability to place calls on the Iridium® network.

 Iridium Go Chat Captain/Crew calling

We understand that vessel owners and managers do not want the administrative overhead of trying to enable, monitor and, subsequently, charge crew for use of the [FleetBroadband](/products/sailor-fleetbroadband-150-satellite-broadband) voice post-paid service. 

There is little, if any, control over the actual time a crew member spends on the telephone and there can be problems defining and chasing users for payment, especially when there are frequent crew changes. 

The AST Networks Short Access Code (SAC) prepaid crew calling service separates business and crew usage simply and effectively. Users can purchase a SAC voucher/PIN, which can be used to make calls from the vessels FB handset.


Inmarsat Crew Calling Cards

In today’s world, crew members are likely to adopt a ‘bring-your-own-device’ approach when boarding a vessel and use this as their connection to friends and family on the shoreside. However, this method is not very reliable.

AST Networks provides management solutions for onboard connectivity, enabling critical, operational and personal communications to be made in every corner of the world.


Crew Welfare and Management

Crew welfare should be a ship operator's priority. Improving the quality of life for crew members not only improves their work performance, but also reduces the risk of accidents and injuries.

Crew welfare should be a ship operator's priority

Crew Welfare

Providing efficient bandwidth management by giving you real-time access to monitor and control data usage.

The INTEGRA suite provides real-time access to monitor and control data usage enabling efficient bandwidth management. The service is exclusively available via an online portal which you can access securely anywhere. You can now truly take control of your airtime plan.

INTEGRA services give you the insight to prioritise critical communications and make key bandwidth management decisions backed by automated insights and data. Watch the video below to learn more about INTEGRA.

Comms & Bandwidth Management

Delivering secure, end-to-end reliable, high-performance satellite communications through AST INTEGRA Network. Your maritime business can use the INTEGRA Network to access industry-leading insight into satellite subscriptions. 

The global IP network operates at 99.999% availability, with minimal risk of downtime. This is because of the high quality of the INTEGRA Network that utilises best-in-class data centres and carrier-grade leased lines for ultimate reliability.



INTEGRA Network

[Ships are increasingly using systems that rely on digitisation](https://www.ast-networks.com/case-studies/integra-1), integration, and automation, which call for cyber risk management on board. This is a result of the increase of threats faced due to evolving technology and techniques.

The INTEGRA Network has multiple layers of cybersecurity controls to maximise protection against threats. With an advanced firewall, web filtering and intrusion prevention, you'll have the means to stop threats that can be costly.

Sometimes security can be compromised from crew members downloading unprotected applications. INTEGRA Cybershield allows you to block these applications to help protect your crew.

INTEGRA Cybershield

INTEGRA See is exclusively available to all AST customers and provides precise information of IP traffic initiated from the satellite terminal at the point it reaches our ground-based INTEGRA Network. Providing you full visibility of the traffic at an application level, including encrypted applications.

With See+ you get enhanced visibility of application useage by devices on your satellite service. You also get access to three months of historical usage data.

INTEGRA See and See+

INTEGRA Control Lite provides real-time category control for traffic initiated from the satellite terminal at the point it reaches our ground-based INTEGRA Network. It also benefits from the features included with INTEGRA See and INTEGRA See+.

Additionally, it gives access to real-time alerting and blocking capabilities at an application level, ensuring you control costs that can amount from over use. 

With INTEGRA Control, you get all the features from Control Lite, See and See+ as well as real-time bandwidth management and application-level control for your satellite connection.

INTEGRA Control and Control Lite

Onsatmail is AST's email compression software for use on [Inmarsat](/en/services/inmarsat-satellite-services), [Iridium](/en/services/i-1) & [Thuraya](/en/services/thuraya-satellite-services) Handheld devices, while also widely utilised for IP-based Services including [Iridium Certus®](/en/services/iridium-certus) and Inmarsat’s FBB & BGAN service.

Onsatmail uses a specialised data transfer protocol which addresses the low bandwidth, high latency connections typically found in satellite phone data connections. This error-tolerant protocol coupled with mail batching, compression and advanced spam filtering, provides users with a powerful, easy to use e-mail solution.

Visit [www.onsatmail.com](http://www.onsatmail.com/) to download and install the software.

Onsatmail - E-mail compression software

Through cutting-edge and easy-to-use software solutions we can take your ocean-based business to the next level. Learn more below about how you can cut costs, increase efficiency, support crew welfare and anticipate issues early on to troubleshoot. 