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Spotlight On: The Rise of Explorer YachtsThe desire to travel off the beaten track and explore more challenging terrain has never been greater, and this growing trend has led to an increased demand for explorer yachts. According to the Global Order Book, the number of...

Superyacht Refit Tips and AdviceRefits are a fundamental process and component in the booming superyacht industry. Typically taking place during the off-season, refits are undertaken to enhance overall performance, safety, aesthetics, and technology, ultimately...

OneWeb launch LEO Maritime ServiceLast month global satellite communication provider OneWeb, announced the launch of their LEO satellite service for the maritime sector. Based on LEO (low-earth orbit) satellite technology, the service is designed to enhance...

Safety at Sea: Inmarsat C Vs Iridium GMDSSIn recent decades much has been done to improve safety at sea, including the introduction of robust and streamlined safety measures. A 2022 report by Inmarsat suggests that this continued focus on regulations is paying off,...

Superyacht Cyber Security: A Q&A with the Experts  In 2022, 100,000+ Google play users downloaded an infected application, the U.S. Department of defence lost $23M in an elaborate phishing attack, and Twitter confirmed data from 5.4 million accounts was...

A guide: GEO, LEO and MEO SatellitesThe world of satellites can be a confusing one, filled with acronyms and technical jargon. With the number of satellite communication services available to the maritime industry rapidly expanding, we want to provide you with a...

25 years of superyacht IT: OceanWeb celebrates its 25th anniversaryFrom building a website in 1997 to providing an extensive range of satellite and IT services to a fleet of 100+ superyachts, OceanWeb has had quite the journey. OceanWeb, as a business, grew out of a...

Superyacht Network Updates: Upgrading and Futureproofing An OceanWeb case study Technology is ever evolving, and in recent years we have seen significant updates and innovations within the IT and communications landscape. As a result, it is common in our field for...

Luxury charters and onboard entertainmentWe’re now into the winter charter season, which sees luxury superyachts travelling to one of the world’s greatest yacht cruising grounds, the Caribbean. With high season on the horizon, and guests paying a premium for Christmas...

Remote IT support – supporting superyachts across the globeWhy choose remote IT support? Remote IT services are a key component of OceanWeb’s service offering, used by over 40+ superyachts globally. Our experienced and professional team act as an extension to your...