Based on 3G standards, FleetBroadband provides constant, simultaneous access to voice and highspeed data, capable of supporting always-on broadband connectivity at speeds up to 284kbps and streaming IP data rate of up to 128kbps.

It allows users to send and receive SMS messages of up to 160 characters, a feature that is proven popular with crew who are familiar with texting from their GSM mobiles while on shore.