ANNAPOLIS, Md., Jan. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace is
helping Norwegian passengers experience free and premium Wi-Fi
onboard Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and 737 MAX long-haul flights with
its CabinConnect™ high speed, broadband connectivity solution. The
new service, which will debut on the majority of Norwegian's
transatlantic flights, enables passengers to stream video and music
content, browse the web, access social media, voice and messaging
services over the Inmarsat Global Xpress (GX) satellite network,
the world's first and only globally available high-speed broadband
network.
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"We're an innovative airline that's introducing brand new
long-haul aircraft to our fleet as well as enhancing our global
network to meet customer demand," said Boris Bubresko, vice
president, Business Development for Norwegian. "Providing our
passengers with the most reliable and robust in-flight Wi-Fi
connectivity is very important to us. We're delighted to work with
Collins which will support our
long-haul connectivity needs as we continue to enhance the
Norwegian passenger experience globally."
This joint project is a critical part of Norwegian's vision to
move to a fully connected aircraft fleet in the future. Beyond
enhancing certain safety functions, using broadband connectivity
for the flight deck will provide opportunities to deliver new
cockpit services like electronic flight bag and real-time high
definition weather to operators. Many of these services will
require significant amounts of data to be exchanged between the
aircraft and operations.
"Our ability to address both Norwegian's cabin and flight deck
requirements with a combination of industry-leading services and
hardware provides the airline with a seamless
solution," said LeAnn Ridgeway,
vice president and general manager, Information Management Services
for Collins Aerospace. "We are collaborating with Norwegian to
achieve their vision of optimizing its aircraft and enterprise
operations as well as integrating new capabilities going
forward."
"Inmarsat's GX satellite constellation allows airlines to offer
inflight connectivity that is fast, reliable and consistent with
coverage across the world," said Philip
Balaam, president for Inmarsat Aviation. "Norwegian's
passengers will have access to the highest quality of global,
resilient and flexible broadband available in the skies. In the
future, we are excited to provide even more value to Norwegian
through the continued development of our global satellite network
and related hardware."
More than 50 percent of Norwegian's 787-9 Dreamliner fleet is
expected to offer in-flight connectivity by 2020. Wi-Fi offering on
the 737 MAX fleet will begin in mid-January.
About Norwegian
Norwegian is Europe's third largest low-cost airline and
the fifth largest low-cost airline in the world. Founded in 1993,
it's one of the world's leading airlines, operating around 500
routes to more than 150 destinations worldwide. In 2018, the
airline carried more than 37 million passengers across Europe, the U.S and Asia.
Norwegian operates a fleet of around 160 aircraft with an
average age of 3.7 years, one of the "greenest" and most
fuel-efficient fleets in the world. Norwegian was voted Skytrax
2018 Europe's Best Low-Cost carrier and World's Best Low-Cost
Long-Haul airline. Norwegian is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange
and has around 11,000 employees based in Europe, Asia,
the U.S. and South America.
About Inmarsat
Inmarsat is the world leader in global,
mobile satellite communications. It owns and operates the world's
best global portfolio of satellite networks, specifically designed
for customer mobility, and holds a multi-layered, global spectrum
portfolio, covering L-band, Ka-band and S-band, enabling
unparalleled breadth and diversity in the solutions it provides.
Inmarsat's long established global distribution network
includes not only the world's leading channel partners but also its
own strong direct retail capabilities, enabling end to end customer
service assurance. The company has an unrivalled track record
of operating the world's most reliable global mobile satellite
networks, sustaining business and mission critical safety &
operational applications for almost 40 years. It is also a major
driving force behind technological innovation in mobile satellite
communications, sustaining its leadership through a substantial
investment and a powerful network of technology and manufacturing
partners. Inmarsat operates across a diversified
portfolio of sectors with the financial resources to fund its
business strategy and holds leading positions in the Maritime,
Government and Aviation satcoms markets, operating consistently as
a trusted, responsive and high quality partner to its customers
across the globe.
About Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace, a unit of
United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), is a leader in
technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global
aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018 by bringing
together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell Collins, Collins
Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and
expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the
demands of a rapidly evolving global market. For more information,
visit CollinsAerospace.com.
About United Technologies Corporation
United
Technologies Corp., based in Farmington,
Connecticut, provides high-technology systems and services
to the building and aerospace industries. By combining a passion
for science with precision engineering, the company is creating
smart, sustainable solutions the world needs. For more information
about the company, visit our website at www.utc.com or follow
us on Twitter: @UTC.
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