Viasat at sea
Stay connected past the last cell tower.
Cell signal fades a few miles offshore. Viasat maritime services keep weather, calls and Wi-Fi working from the canyons to an ocean crossing.
- Global ocean coverage
- Works while underway
- Emergency calling on Fleet One
- Options from sportfish to superyacht
Symzitech Solutions is an independent authorized retailer helping customers compare and order Viasat services. Service is provided and billed by Viasat.
Global
ocean coverage on the L-band network
4
networks bonded in NexusWave
1 button
emergency calling on Fleet One
$0
for us to review your vessel
Why satellite on the water
On a boat, connectivity is a safety system
Weather changes fast offshore. Satellite keeps forecasts, GRIB files and emergency calling within reach, and gives guests and crew the connection they expect.
- Live weather routing
- Calls and texts at sea
- Guest and crew Wi-Fi
- Remote vessel monitoring
Coverage by distance
What works at each range from shore
Your connectivity needs change as land drops behind you. Here is how the options shift from the dock to bluewater.
- 01Dockside
Marina
Marina Wi-Fi and cell work well. Your satellite system stays ready for departure.
- 020 to 20 nm
Coastal
Cell signal becomes patchy. Fleet One Coastal keeps calls and weather coming in.
- 0320 to 200 nm
Offshore
No cell service. Satellite is your only link for weather routing and safety.
- 04Ocean passages
Bluewater
Global L-band or multi-orbit service for crossings, deliveries and remote cruising.
Viasat maritime services
Two services, plus a safety layer every offshore boat should have
Viasat's maritime portfolio comes from Inmarsat, a Viasat company with decades at sea.
Leisure boats, sportfish and small fishing vessels
Fleet One
Affordable voice and data on the L-band network, available in Coastal and Global versions. A compact antenna fits boats where a large dome will not.
- Voice, SMS and email
- Weather and chart updates
- Emergency calling
- Compact antenna
Superyachts, workboats and commercial fleets
NexusWave
A fully managed connectivity service that bonds Ka-band, LEO, L-band and LTE into one network, so the vessel stays online as conditions change.
- Bonded multi-orbit network
- Guest and crew Wi-Fi
- Video calls and streaming
- Managed service
Every vessel heading offshore
Safety layer
L-band is known for staying up in heavy rain and rough seas. Many owners keep it as a resilient backup even when they run a faster primary system.
- Rain-resilient signal
- Works far offshore
- Backup to faster systems
- Low power draw
Voyage planner
Match a service to your boat and your waters
Pick your vessel size and cruising range. We will show the service that fits and what it will not do.
Recommended service
Fleet One Global
Global coverage for serious offshore passages
Fleet One Global works across the world's oceans on the L-band network, which holds up in heavy weather. It is the go-to safety and communications layer for offshore fishing and passage making.
Network: L-band
- Global ocean coverage
- Rain-resilient L-band
- Emergency calling
Narrowband service. Pair with a broadband system if guests need streaming.
Talk boats with us: (469) 788-8133Who uses it
Built for every kind of time on the water
- 01
Offshore fishing
Get updated weather, sea surface data and fishing reports while you run to the canyons, and stay reachable on long days out.
- 02
Passage making
Download GRIB weather files, send position reports and keep family updated during multi-day ocean crossings.
- 03
Charter yachts
Guests expect Wi-Fi. A managed multi-orbit service keeps their phones, streaming and calls working at anchor and underway.
- 04
Crew welfare
On crewed vessels, reliable internet for calls home is one of the biggest factors in crew retention.
- 05
Commercial and workboats
Run vessel operations, maintenance reporting and compliance from anywhere on the water.
- 06
Liveaboards
Work remotely from the boat with a primary system and an L-band safety backup for peace of mind.
Getting connected
From the first call to casting off
- 1
Tell us about the vessel
Length, hull type, where you cruise, how many people are aboard and how they use the internet.
- 2
Match the service
We recommend Fleet One, NexusWave or a layered setup based on your waters and usage.
- 3
Install with a marine dealer
A qualified marine electronics installer mounts the antenna and below-deck hardware.
- 4
Activate and cast off
Service activates with Viasat, and you leave the dock with a tested connection.
What to have ready for a vessel review
- Vessel length, hull type and where an antenna can be mounted
- Your usual cruising grounds and the longest passage you plan
- How many people are aboard and what they do online
- Available DC power and space below deck for hardware
- Existing navigation and network electronics to integrate
- Required safety gear like EPIRB and VHF, which satellite complements
FAQs
Viasat marine internet questions
Does Viasat offer internet for boats?
Yes. Through Inmarsat, a Viasat company, Viasat offers maritime services including Fleet One for leisure and small fishing boats and NexusWave for superyachts and commercial vessels.
What is Fleet One?
Fleet One is an affordable L-band satellite service for boats that provides voice, messaging, email and basic data. It comes in Coastal and Global versions and uses a compact antenna.
What is NexusWave?
NexusWave is a fully managed multi-orbit connectivity service that bonds Ka-band, low-earth orbit, L-band and LTE networks. It is designed for crewed yachts and commercial fleets that need high-speed, office-like internet.
Can I stream video on my boat with Viasat?
On Fleet One, no. It is a narrowband service for messaging, voice and weather. For streaming and video calls you need a broadband service such as NexusWave or another high-throughput system.
Does it work while the boat is moving?
Yes. Marine terminals are designed to track the satellite while the vessel is underway and rolling in a seaway.
Can I use my Viasat home plan on my boat?
No. Viasat residential plans are for a fixed address with a fixed dish. Boats need a maritime service and a marine-rated stabilized antenna.
Does weather affect marine satellite internet?
L-band services like Fleet One are very resilient to rain, which is why they are popular as a safety layer. Higher-frequency Ka-band can fade in heavy rain, which is one reason multi-orbit bonding exists.
Is there emergency calling?
Fleet One includes emergency calling to a maritime rescue coordination center. It complements, but does not replace, required safety equipment like an EPIRB and VHF radio.
Who installs the marine antenna?
A qualified marine electronics dealer or installer. We help you choose the service, and the installer handles mounting, cabling and testing.
Why talk to Symzitech Solutions about boat internet?
We help you understand the options in plain language, match a service to how and where you cruise, and point you to the right next step at no cost.
Get your boat connected with Viasat
Tell us your address and what you need. An advisor will walk you through the internet, TV, mobile and security options available at your home, with no obligation.
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