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MTN Named Communications Provider, and Expands Footprint Onboard, for Premier Cruise Brands Delivering Unique ExperiencesMIRAMAR, Fla., Feb. 11, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MTN Communications (MTN) announces the expansion of its cruise client base with three additional operators leveraging enhanced services for passenger, crew and corporate communications. MTN provides products, solutions and content to address each line's unique passenger segment with Internet and calling communications, entertainment and content. The following operators have contracted with MTN:
Brent Horwitz, senior vice president and general manager, cruise and ferry services, MTN. "No matter where they sail and no matter what they offer onboard, we concentrate on providing each the most robust and specialized communications solution. These operators are addressing the explosion of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) passengers and crew onboard vessels. Our approach enables them to deliver impressive Internet speeds; the ability to download and upload bandwidth-intensive images, videos and files; access live global TV; and stay in touch with family and friends. These are initiatives to exceed the high expectations of quality service at sea as we welcome these organizations to the MTN family." MTN has been enhancing its network to further transform the customer experience, offering passengers and crew more options on how to pay for and consume data. The company evolved its infrastructure into a robust hybrid network, combining satellite and terrestrial broadband connectivity. MTN also supports the industry's latest modem technology for improved efficiencies and throughput available on vessels. Its regular roll-out of new communications solutions for customers supports Internet, TV, voice services and mobile apps for the maritime industry's most demanding customers. MTN, the pioneer in delivering the first broadband VSAT (very small aperture terminal) satellite communications to a U.S. Navy vessel at sea, brings more than 30 years' experience in innovating remote communications solutions. The MTN Team brings a history of employees previously employed, or currently working, on vessels at sea. With 24x7x365 proactive network operations center (NOC) support and technicians around the world, MTN brings proven experience delivering value-added solutions far beyond just delivering a communications "pipe." About MTN Contact:
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