Introduction The past decade has seen a surge in new ventures and investments in the maritime digitalisation space, particularly in data analytics and performance optimisation technologies. However, as the sector continues to mature, consolidation has become a key strategy, driven by the need to scale for profit generation and the increasing demand of the industry…
May 7th 2025, 16:00 Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) London. According to a new report by Valour Consultancy, “Starlink Aviation: Deep Dive – 2025”, the satellite operator’s low-earth orbit (LEO) in-flight connectivity (IFC) service is set to grow the number of connected aircraft it serves from a few hundred today, to more than 10,000 by the…
On the afternoon of the 12th September 2008, a Metrolink commuter rail passenger train collided head-on with a Union Pacific Railroad freight train in the Chatsworth district of LA, California. Although both trains were authorised to operate on the same track, investigators concluded that the primary cause was the Metrolink engineer failing to observe and…
Introduction Speedcast is one of the largest global maritime connectivity providers, offering fully managed, end-to-end remote communication and IT solutions. Aside from maritime, the firm is also active in the offshore and land energy markets, government, and telecom/enterprise sectors. In 2024, we estimate the company generated approximately $500 million across all its business operations. Founded…
Valour Consultancy is pleased to announce the launch of a brand new report: “Deep Dive: IoT and Crew Communications with Offshore Energy Producers – 2025“. This comprehensive study provides insights into the evolving connectivity landscape within the offshore energy ecosystem alongside an in-depth market analysis. In 2024, Valour Consultancy estimates that offshore energy connectivity service revenues…
16/4/2025 London, UK The market for in-flight connectivity (IFC) in business aviation is on the cusp of a major transformation, with a new generation of tech-savvy passengers redefining what a premium connectivity experience should look like. For those who’ve grown up always connected, seamless video calls, online gaming, and even live trading are becoming must-haves.…
‘Biometrics’, ‘self-service’ and ‘identity’! These are some key phrases that I’ve heard and been exposed to as the most recent addition to the Airports and Borders team at Valour Consultancy, working alongside Director John Devlin. During this time, I’ve had the opportunity to engage and interact with the dynamic world of airports and borders. Over…
Seamless travel, passenger processing and identity verification! These are three key themes that will be at the forefront of Passenger Terminal Expo 2025 in IFEMA, Madrid from April 8th– 10th. I’m excited to be visiting for the first time! So please, get ready to take off with me as we explore the elements of the…
Introducing Valour Consultancy’s second edition of The Future of In-Seat Power. This 2025 update offers insights into the dynamic in-seat power milieu, while also including an in-depth analysis of the market. In-seat power has become less a halo and more a hygiene product as airlines and passengers deepen their dependence upon personal electronic devices (PEDs).…
Introduction As a new year gets underway, 2025 is shaping up to be a significant turning point in the maritime satellite connectivity market. This article will provide an analysis of the major players in the industry, where they’re currently positioned and what their plans for the coming year might look like. What kind of strategies and new…
We recently released our Q1 2025 instalment of data from our Maritime Connectivity Tracker, including some new findings on Starlink deployments, Starlink Maritime revenues, and annualised revenues per service provider. This service supplements our flagship report on The Future of Maritime Connectivity. Valour Consultancy runs this service on a quarterly basis, and it is designed to keep…
Introducing Valour Consultancy’s brand-new report: The Future of Maritime Cybersecurity – 2025. The first edition of this report offers insights into the evolving cyber threat landscape, while also including an in-depth analysis of the market. Maritime cybersecurity is a growing concern as expanding bandwidths and rising digitalisation each introduces new vulnerabilities. Unlike other sectors, where…