Yes. Starlink’s maritime service works over open water, in coastal zones and anywhere Starlink is available.Through Sama X, an authorized Starlink reseller, vessels and offshore platforms get a maritime-grade terminal, a Priority Data plan sized to the operation, professional installation and 24/7 support. Unlike coastal 4G or Wi-Fi, coverage is not tied to distance from shore, so your ships stay connected from port to open sea.
Choose Local Priority Data for vessels working within inland coverage or Global Priority for fleets crossing international waters. Priority traffic maintains high speeds during peak times to keep crew welfare, operations, and safety systems running smoothly.
Empower commercial vessels with global, high-performance connectivity. Our maritime solution delivers reliable, low-latency satellite internet designed to keep merchant fleets connected anywhere on Earth. Control your operational costs easily while experiencing a robust 99.9% availability SLA.
We supply the Starlink Performance kit and marine mounting hardware, then install and activate on board or at your yard. For vessels already at sea, our engineers guide your crew through installation remotely.
Track usage, run diagnostics, receive alerts and manage subscriptions for every terminal from the Sama X Portal. A 24/7 helpdesk and proactive monitoring keep the link stable wherever your vessels are.
Pricing depends on the plan, the number of terminals and where your vessels operate. We size it to your fleet and send a tailored quote.
Sama X supports a wide range of vessel types and maritime operations, each with different connectivity needs. Whatever the vessel, our Local and Global Priority Data plans are built to keep your operation connected, with support that travels with you.
Merchant and cargo vessels rely on steady bandwidth for crew welfare, cargo tracking and communication with port authorities across long voyages. Global Priority Data keeps the link consistent between ports and across ocean crossings.
Offshore support vessels, rigs and platforms need connectivity that holds up in remote waters, often with no other network in range. Starlink through Sama X provides a primary or backup link for operations, telemetry and crew.
Research and survey vessels depend on a consistent connection to send data back to shore in real time, without waiting for port calls. High upload capacity supports sensor data, imagery and collaboration with onshore teams.
Commercial fishing operations rely on connectivity to identify the best locations, navigate weather, and stay in touch with shore and other vessels. Pooled data across a fleet keeps costs predictable.
Tugboats, pilot boats and harbor craft need reliable, low-maintenance connectivity for short-range operations and coordination. Local Priority Data covers port and coastal work at a lower cost than global plans.
Shore-side facilities such as terminals, bonded warehouses and remote logistics yards use Starlink as a fast-deploy primary link or a backup to fibre, integrated with existing IT and tracking systems.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
 Global Coverage | Starlink maritime coverage follows the vessel across coastal and international waters, including the Arabian Gulf, Red Sea and Indian Ocean, far beyond the reach of coastal networks. * Costal areas might be subject to in-motion service limitations and also no-service due to non-authorized countries for Starlink services. |
| Authorized Starlink Reseller | Official provisioning, genuine hardware and access to Starlink Business and Maritime plans, with local contracts and invoicing in the region. |
| Fleet-Scale Management | One portal for every terminal: usage per vessel, alerts, diagnostics and subscription changes without calling support. |
| Enterprise-Grade Security | AES encryption, real-time monitoring and localized support keep downtime to a minimum and your maritime operation secure and compliant. |
Older VSAT and coastal network solutions often mean slower speeds, higher latency, and coverage gaps once a vessel moves out of range. Starlink's satellite network is designed to close those gaps, giving vessels a consistent connection whether they are near shore or far out at sea.
Sama X is headquartered in the UAE with in-country teams across Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan and the wider Middle East. Through our regional expertise and trusted partner network at major ports worldwide, we help maritime operators stay connected wherever their routes take them. Delivering local priority support, provisioning assistance and responsive service for vessels operating across regional and international waters.
Because Starlink maritime coverage follows the vessel, the same terminal and plan continue to work as your ships move between ports, national waters and open ocean. Sama X handles provisioning, plan changes and support from one regional account team, in English and Arabic.
Unreliable networks, limited infrastructure and coverage gaps at sea are daily hurdles for shipping companies, offshore operators and port facilities. They affect crew welfare, vessel tracking, safety reporting and real-time communication with shore. Sama X bridges this gap with Starlink maritime satellite internet for vessels, offshore platforms and shore-side logistics sites.
Mobile networks disappear a few miles out, leaving crews and onboard systems offline for the rest of the voyage.
Legacy satellite links struggle with video, cloud tools and modern crew welfare expectations, at a high monthly cost.
Separate contracts and data plans per vessel waste budget and hide overuse until the bill arrives.
Ports, yards and offshore bases lose connectivity during fibre cuts, power outages or extreme weather.
We at Sama X follow a streamlined process for every maritime deployment, keeping things simple, smooth and easy to follow.
Tell us your vessel types, routes and how many terminals you need. Our experts review bandwidth requirements, mounting locations and power on board.
We recommend Local or Global Priority Data per vessel or Pool, and send a tailored quote covering hardware, installation and support.
Sama X delivers the Starlink maritime kit to your port or yard and installs it on board. For vessels at sea, we guide your crew through installation remotely.
We activate the service, onboard you to the Sama X Portal, and provide ongoing support through our 24/7 helpdesk throughout the life of the contract.
Tell us your vessel types, routes and how many terminals you need. Our experts review bandwidth requirements, mounting locations and power on board.
We recommend Local or Global Priority Data per vessel or Pool, and send a tailored quote covering hardware, installation and support.
Sama X delivers the Starlink maritime kit to your port or yard and installs it on board. For vessels at sea, we guide your crew through installation remotely.
We activate the service, onboard you to the Sama X Portal, and provide ongoing support through our 24/7 helpdesk throughout the life of the contract.
Yes. Starlink’s maritime service is designed to work over open water, and Sama X provisions, installs and supports it for vessels, ships and offshore platforms as an authorized reseller.
Standard Wi-Fi and coastal networks lose signal once a vessel moves beyond shore-based range. Starlink maritime uses satellite coverage instead of land-based towers, so connectivity is not tied to distance from the coast.
Pricing depends on the data plan and number of terminals your operation needs. Contact Sama X for a tailored quote based on your vessel or fleet requirements.
Yes. Starlink’s maritime service is built for vessels that operate across multiple locations and international waters, not tied to a single fixed site.
It starts with a short assessment of your vessel or site and its bandwidth needs, followed by a tailored plan, hardware delivery, installation and activation. The basic requirements are a clear view of the sky, a power source and a mounting location. Sama X handles the rest.
Yes. Starlink through Sama X could be integrated with existing networks, cloud platforms, vessel management software and enterprise applications without major infrastructure changes, so your operations, tracking and reporting tools work over the new link from day one.
We should say that we could offer partners at the main ports around the globe.
Sama X secures offshore data using Starlink’s inherent over-the-air encryption as a baseline. We can also provision optional secure SD-WAN tunnels for enhanced protection, and clients retain full flexibility to layer their own custom encryption or VPN protocols over the connection as they see fit
A single vessel can typically be installed and activated within a short time after the hardware arrives. Fleet deployments are phased around port calls and dry-dock schedules. Timelines depend on the number of vessels, locations and any shore sites included.
Yes. Starlink satellite internet does not require a nearby terrestrial infrastructure. To install it on an offshore platform or vessel, all you need is open sky, a power source and a trusted partner like Sama X to guide installation and manage the service.
Yes. Starlink through Sama X keeps ports, terminals, warehouses and supply hubs connected even in remote or underserved areas, improving inventory tracking, order processing and collaboration between vessels and shore teams.
Every maritime customer gets 24/7 support for troubleshooting as well as self-service features including data usage monitoring, performance and fault monitoring supported with rich telemetry information, billing, team management and integration to helpdesk for ticketing. Sama X can also help with terminal replacement at the port.
A Starlink maritime terminal, access to power on board and a clear, unobstructed view of the sky. Sama X supplies the hardware, mounting kit and installation, and confirms placement during the vessel assessment.
Tell us about your vessels and where they operate. A maritime specialist will reply with a tailored plan and pricing, usually within one business day.
