LNG

Aug 23 (LNGJ) - Nakilat, the shipping arm of Qatar’s LNG sector, has entered into a contract with Global Eagle Entertainment’s Emerging Market Communications (EMC) to provide marine VSAT services for vessels in its carrier fleet. Under the contract, the company is supplying global Ku-band VSAT connectivity and content to enable a range of internet, data and voice services for the vessels and crew. The installations were completed recently on eight Nakilat vessels, which will ensure continuous connectivity for their ships sailing global LNG routes. Nakilat Administration Director Rashid Hamad Al-Marri said: “We are delighted to sign this agreement with EMC which will significantly contribute to the development of the communication systems’ infrastructure and facilitate Nakilat’s maritime operations. As an owner of one of the largest LNG fleets in the world, staying connected while at sea is essential for Nakilat’s global operations.”