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Hapag-Lloyd rolls out Starlink internet to entire fleet

A test of Elon Musk’s satellite internet has ”revolutionized” communication for employees at sea and allows for remote maintenance of ships, according to the shipping company.
In early 2024, a gradual activation of Elon Musk's satellite internet will begin on the company's 258 container ships. | Photo: Matthias Schrader/AP/Ritzau Scanpix
In early 2024, a gradual activation of Elon Musk's satellite internet will begin on the company's 258 container ships. | Photo: Matthias Schrader/AP/Ritzau Scanpix
by KIT LINDHARDT

German container shipping company Hapag-Lloyd is now turning to the world’s richest man, Elon Musk, and his satellite internet system to provide its ships with a fast and reliable internet connection.

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