Cruise

Connected Cruises.
Limitless Possibilities

Deliver exceptional passenger experiences with high-performance connectivity, cyber security and intelligent digital operations designed for modern cruise fleets.

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#1

Global maritime connectivity provider

150+

Cruise & passenger vessels connected

24/7

Global support

99.9%

Network uptime SLA

Cyber threat detected & neutralised

SOC response - 4 min ago

Sealink Multi-LEO - Caribbean

Sealink NextGen - North Atlantic

Network uptime - 99.99% this month

Fleet-wide performance report

TRUSTED BY

Trusted by 150+ cruise vessels worldwide.

Leading cruise operators trust Marlink to connect guests, support crews and power digital experiences across every voyage.

CHALLENGES

Modern cruise experiences demand more than
standard solutions.

Guests expect seamless connectivity, digital experiences and always-on services wherever they sail. Cruise operators need resilient hybrid networks, robust cyber security and real-time visibility to deliver exceptional onboard experiences while keeping vessel operations protected and performing at their best.

CONNECTIVITY

Deliver the connected experience guests expect

Today's passengers expect the same connectivity at sea as they do on shore. Cruise operators need resilient, high-capacity networks that support thousands of connected devices and bandwidth-intensive applications.

HOW MARLINK RESOLVES THIS

Hybrid connectivity combining Starlink, OneWeb and GEO services
XChange NextGen enables intelligent traffic management and network optimisation
SLA-backed connectivity with 24/7 global support
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CYBER SECURITY

Every connected experience must be protected

Growing cyber threats increase risk across guest services, onboard systems and critical vessel operations.

HOW MARLINK RESOLVES THIS

24/7 maritime SOC monitoring and threat response 
Integrated protection across IT, OT and onboard networks
Compliance-focused cyber security services for cruise operations
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Connected crews deliver better experiences

Reliable connectivity has become essential for crew wellbeing, communication and long-term retention.

HOW MARLINK RESOLVES THIS

High-speed connectivity for messaging, streaming and personal communications
Flexible crew welfare services across Starlink, OneWeb, 5G/LTE and VSAT
Secure managed access that supports crew satisfaction onboard
CONNECTIVITY

Demand keeps growing. Performance must too.

Passenger expectations, digital services and connected devices continue to increase bandwidth requirements across cruise fleets.

HOW MARLINK RESOLVES THIS

Scalable multi-orbit connectivity designed for growing demand
XChange NextGen optimises traffic and application performance
Flexible network architecture that evolves with passenger expectations
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VISIBILITY

Turn operational data into action

Cruise operators need greater visibility across connectivity, systems and vessel performance to optimise operations.

HOW MARLINK RESOLVES THIS

Centralised visibility through the Marlink portal and XChange NextGen
Real-time monitoring across vessels, networks and services
Actionable insights to improve efficiency, performance and decision-making
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CONNECTIVITY

Keep guests connected on every voyage

From remote regions to busy ports, cruise operators need consistent performance wherever their vessels operate.

HOW MARLINK RESOLVES THIS

Intelligent failover across LEO, MEO, GEO and terrestrial networks
Single subscription and managed data allowance across network providers
Global coverage designed for uninterrupted guest and operational connectivity
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THE POSSIBILITY PLATFORM

Five solutions.
One integrated platform.

We partner with you to ensure that every part of your solution is created around your goals. Leveraging years of experience in the cruise industry, we take the best practices and lessons learned to ensure you have the support and future-proofing you need to succeed.

01 - CONNECTIVITY

Always-on connectivity, 

wherever you sail.

Deliver seamless connectivity for guests, crew and operations with intelligent multi-orbit networks designed for the demands of modern cruise fleets.

Hybrid connectivity combining Starlink, OneWeb and GEO services
Intelligent traffic management through XChange NextGen
SLA-backed connectivity with 24/7 global support
Global coverage across cruise routes and destinations
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02- CYBER SECURITY

Cyber resilience, built for cruise.

Protect guest services, onboard systems and vessel operations with integrated cyber security designed for today's connected cruise environment.

24/7 maritime SOC monitoring and threat response
Protection across IT, OT and onboard networks
Compliance-focused cyber security services
Expert support for cruise cyber resilience 
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03- NETWORK

Fleet-wide visibility,
from ship to shore.

Gain real-time visibility and control across connectivity, onboard systems and operational performance through a single maritime platform.

Centralised visibility through the Marlink portal and XChange NextGen
Real-time monitoring across vessels and fleet operations 
Actionable insights to improve performance and uptime
Simplified management across cruise fleets
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04 - CLOUD & IT

Secure cloud and IT,
optimised for cruise.

Support digital guest experiences and operational systems with secure cloud access, managed infrastructure and onboard computing.

Managed cloud and IT services for cruise operations
Secure onboard infrastructure and edge computing
Centralised management of users and applications
Reliable access to business systems ship to shore
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05 - IOT & APPS

Connected insights,
smarter cruise operations.

Transform operational and passenger data into actionable insight with maritime IoT, onboard applications and intelligent automation.

Real-time monitoring through connected IoT solutions
Integrated applications for operational efficiency
Edge-enabled data processing onboard
Insights that improve performance and decision-making
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REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE

Built to support the regulations
that matter most at sea.

IMO

MARITIME CYBER SECURITY

Cyber risk management at sea


The IMO requires operators to integrate cyber risk management into Safety Management Systems to support safe and resilient vessel operations.


HOW MARLINK HELPS

Managed cyber risk assessments, onboard threat monitoring and documentation support aligned to IMO requirements.

NIS2

EU DIRECTIVE

Network & information security 

NIS2 strengthens cyber security and incident reporting requirements across maritime operations and critical infrastructure. 


HOW MARLINK HELPS

24/7 SOC monitoring, incident and governance support aligned to evolving NIS2 requirements.

ISO 27001

INFORMATION SECURITY

Secure information management

ISO 27001 certification demonstrates a structured approach to managing sensitive information across maritime operations.


HOW MARLINK HELPS

ISO 27001-certified services, security operations and guidance that support your information security objectives.

PCI DSS

PAYMENT  SECURITY

Protecting guest transactions

Cruise operators process large volumes of onboard payments, making payment security a critical operational requirement.


HOW MARLINK HELPS

Secure network architecture, segmentation and security controls that support PCI DSS compliance initiatives.

Marlink works alongside your legal and compliance teams,  not instead of them. Our specialists help you navigate the regulatory landscape specific to your sector and region.

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Whether you're evaluating solutions, planning a fleet upgrade or dealing with an urgent connectivity challenge, our team is ready to help.

Specialists covering maritime, cruise, yachting, energy, enterprise, telco, humanitarian,  government and defence sectors

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