Pierre-Jean Beylier, CEO of SpeedCast. Photo: SpeedCast

[Via Satellite 04-21-2016] SpeedCast International and Beijing Marine Communications and Navigation (MCN), a subsidiary of the China Transport Telecommunications & Information Centre (CTTIC), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) through which they will form a strategic partnership for worldwide maritime coverage. The companies plan to integrate MCN’s VSAT network in the Asia Pacific with SpeedCast’s global VSAT networks to provide global connectivity.

This partnership is expected to provide seamless connectivity for both MCN and SpeedCast customers wherever they are, as well as to provide a wide portfolio of applications enhancing productivity, crew welfare and safety. SpeedCast will assist MCN in expanding its infrastructure to provide service coverage in the South China Sea, which will be integrated to SpeedCast’s global network. MCN will also be able to leverage SpeedCast’s network of field engineers located in key ports around the world.

“MCN has a strong leadership position in the Chinese market and together we will be able to provide high quality broadband services to their customers globally. This partnership may also expand into other mobility markets where both companies will be able to leverage each other’s strengths,” said Pierre-Jean Beylier, CEO of SpeedCast.