Empresa Naviera Petrolera Atlántica SA (ENPASA), based in Buenos Aires, has deployed NexusWave communication services from Inmarsat Maritime, based in Viasat, on its large tankers, namely Recoleta and Caleta Rosario. This move demonstrates ENPASA's commitment to operational excellence, digital transformation, and crew welfare.
Digital Transformation in Marine Operations
Since its establishment in 2001, ENPASA has been an Inmarsat customer and has chosen NexusWave as part of its strategy to meet the growing digital needs of modern marine operations. With increasing reliance on real-time data, cloud-based applications, and digital trends, the company has been seeking a sustainable, high-performance communication solution to ensure effective communications during its voyages.
Enhancing Crew Experience
Following the implementation of NexusWave, carried out by Inmarsat's local partner, Ingenieros Electrónicos Asociados SRL (IEA), ENPASA has reported stable and continuous connectivity with improved communications between the ship and shore during its voyages. The company has also observed an increase in the speed of updating electronic chart systems and sending and receiving emails.
This upgrade has significantly enhanced the crew experience. With unlimited access to data and better network performance, crew members can connect with their families and friends through high-quality voice and video communications, which contributes to their well-being and assists operators in meeting the rising expectations for onboard communications.
Comments from ENPASA and IEA Executives
Sergio Iglesias, Technical Director of ENPASA, stated: "Stable communication has become one of the vital tools for safe, efficient, and modern ship operations. Inmarsat NexusWave has enhanced our ability to maintain uninterrupted communications between the ship and shore, allowing our crew to stay connected with their loved ones during their voyages. We are also pleased with the speed of implementation, benefiting from the local availability of equipment and the installation and implementation expertise of IEA."
Cristian Troncoso, Operations Manager at IEA, said: "ENPASA's positive experience with NexusWave demonstrates the value of sustainable, high-capacity marine communications for ship operations and crew welfare. Customer feedback emphasizes the importance of stable and continuous connectivity, seamless operational communications, and the ability for crew members to maintain ongoing contact with family members at sea."
Jose Arias, Global Account Manager at Inmarsat Maritime, stated: "As marine operations become data-driven, ship owners need communications that can support changing operational needs while providing the home-like experience that today’s seafarers expect. ENPASA's deployment of NexusWave is a practical example of how this solution supports the evolving communication needs of a modern marine operator."
