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Internet on cruise ships to improve with more content in more places
MTN Satellite Communications (MTN) provides Internet access to most cruise ships sailing around the world. This week, MTN announced the new and improved version 2 of its MTN Worldwide TV service that uses three overlapping satellite beams to supply a more reliable, uninterrupted service. The new system allows streaming to Wi-Fi enabled devices such as laptops, tablets and smartphones."With MTN Worldwide TV, passengers and crew can now access entertainment and news programming, and other content, from anywhere on the ship using personal mobile devices - from lounging by the pool or in the comfort of their room. Further, this new mobile service will keep crew morale high and help increase productivity while at sea," said Brent Horwitz, senior vice president and general manager of MTN's cruise and ferry services business.
Cruise lines can now integrate additional video and audio content such as shore excursions, ship and port information and onboard vendor advertising for a comprehensive and personalized line-up, anywhere.
In other words, what cruise passengers can see on their stateroom television, they will be able to see on their personal Wi-Fi enabled devices all over the ship. Think: watching a movie, catching up on a sporting event or exploring shore excursions for the next port of call, while poolside on an iPad.
MTN Worldwide TV delivers programming from eight major U.S. and international television networks including BBC World News, CNBC, Fox News, MSNBC, Sky News, Sky Sports News, Sport 24 and E! Entertainment Television. The network also includes special event programing such as Premier League Soccer and onboard events.
"Yet another first for the cruise industry that addresses the needs of Digital Natives climbing aboard cruise ships with higher content demands, MTN Worldwide TV enables passengers and crew to stay informed and entertained - making for a better at-sea experience anywhere, anytime," added Horwitz.
MTN Worldwide TV is currently reaching more than 60,000 cabins aboard 19 cruise lines around the world. To date, the service has broadcast 770 sporting events and more than 2,000 hours of live programming on its special events channel, including: NFL games, Australian Football League Playoffs, Premier League Soccer, Rugby World Cup, the MLB Playoffs and Formula One Racing.
Flickr photo by IamNigelMorrisFiled under: North America, United States, Cruises
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Bruce Mar 22nd 2012 8:20PM
That's nice. For the cruise ships. I can't see that it would ever filter down to the customers in the form of better rates.
Harriet Bainox Mar 23rd 2012 5:17AM
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Karen Robbins Mar 23rd 2012 12:15PM
I'd be happy with reliable internet service that gives me a good connection for my email. I can catch up on TV at home but I need the email connection.
Wendy Stan Jun 8th 2012 6:55AM
You must go for better telephone and broadband packages, through which you get reliable and high speed services..