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LEO Will Surpass GSO VSAT in Maritime Connectivity in 2026: Valour

The number of maritime vessels with geostationary orbit very small aperture terminal satellite connectivity has leveled off at around 42,000, and GSO VSAT use has likely peaked in favor of low earth operator satellite systems, Valour Consultancy blogged Tuesday. Some…

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service providers have reported their GEO VSAT spending dropping 30%-50% in 2023. Valour predicted the number of vessels subscribing to LEO services will surpass GEO VSAT by 2026's end.