Houston, Texas – October 21, 2026 – Speedcast, a global communications and IT services provider and Tier 1 Starlink Enterprise Account leader, and Soya IT Marine Solutions have completed the deployment of upgraded digital connectivity solutions on 41 roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessels for global shipping and logistics company, Wallenius Wilhelmsen.

As part of a connectivity transformation program delivered by Soya IT Marine Solutions for the customer, Speedcast is delivering a global WAN, Starlink and Eutelsat OneWeb dual-LEO solutions, Iridium Certus and LTE-based back-up service across the RoRo fleet. The integration of these hybrid solutions brings ultra-high-bandwidth connectivity and a new level of digital enablement to Wallenius Wilhelmsen’s enterprise and crew communications.

Beyond enhanced operational connection, the fleet now has managed access to enterprise software on the bridge, while crew members can enjoy improved streaming and social media applications during off hours.

“A fleetwide upgrade program of this scale requires deep expertise in network management and configuration, all of which Speedcast has extensive global experience to successfully execute,” said Speedcast’s EVP, Global Sales, James Trevelyan. “This new partnership isn’t just about connectivity; it’s about making vessels digitally ready for the future, enabling secure, real-time data, strengthening operational performance, and improving the working environment onboard.”

Connectivity upgrades were conducted entirely remotely, made possible by the close collaboration between the two companies. Soya provides technical and operational support for Wallenius Wilhelmsen’s fleet, and in partnership with Speedcast’s Project Management teams, the deployment was completed with remote support for commissioning. This was key as the vessels only stay in port for a few hours at length and are traversing worldwide.

“Our objective was to modernize fleet connectivity for the customer while ensuring seamless integration with existing vessel infrastructure and business systems,” said Thomas Bergefall, Vice President Group IS/IT at Soya Group. “Speedcast brought valuable connectivity expertise to the project, helping us successfully deliver this fleet-wide upgrade. Delivering a corporate and crew solution that meets their unique needs, while supporting their long-term digital strategies, is what our team strives to accomplish, and we look forward to continue carrying out that vision with Wallenius Wilhelmsen.”

The Wallenius Wilhelmsen group is the world’s largest Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC) vessel operator and a market leader in RoRo shipping and vehicle logistics, managing the distribution of cars, trucks, rolling equipment and breakbulk to customers all over the world. The company operates around 125 vessels in total, servicing 15 trade routes to six continents, a global inland distribution network, 66 processing centers and seven marine terminals.

To learn more about Speedcast’s LEO connectivity solutions, visit SpeedcastSIGMA.com.

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About Speedcast

Speedcast is a leading communications and IT services provider, delivering critical communications services to the Maritime, Energy, Mining, Media, Telecom, Cruise, NGO, Government, and Enterprise sectors. The company leverages its global network platform to provide fully connected systems that harness technologies and applications to transform what remote operations can achieve. With the world’s most comprehensive network, Speedcast enables faster, seamless pole-to-pole coverage from a global hybrid satellite, fiber, cellular, microwave, MPLS, and IP transport network with direct access to public cloud platforms. The company integrates differentiated technology offerings that provide smarter ways to communicate and distribute content, manage network and remote operations, protect and secure investments, and improve the crew and guest experience. With a passionate customer focus and a strong safety culture, Speedcast serves more than 3,200 customers in over 140 countries. Learn more at www.speedcast.com.

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About Soya IT Marine Solutions

Soya IT Marine Solutions is a trusted maritime technology partner specializing in vessel connectivity, digital infrastructure and managed IT services. The company works closely with shipowners and operators to design, integrate and support end-to-end technology solutions across global fleets. By combining connectivity, network management, cloud services and cybersecurity into a single operational framework, Soya IT Marine Solutions enables customers to accelerate digitalization while maintaining secure and reliable maritime operations. As part of the Soya Group, the company supports critical maritime businesses worldwide.