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XipLink’s wireless link optimization solutions continue to build strong market presence with a successful test and implementation at Maritime Communications Partner (MCP). The implementation assists MCP in servicing a higher number of internet subscribers
on maritime vessels while also reducing the recurring operating expenses associated with the high cost of satellite bandwidth.

XipLink’s Hub Optimizations (XHO) platform was introduced into MCP’s service network after the solution revealed its positive impact upon the requirements of maritime customers to cost effectively access the Internet. While XipLink’s wireless link optimization technology addresses many key markets such as military, aero broadband and telco infrastructure, the initial deployment provides optimized Internet access for passengers on maritime vessels. Maritime customers can look to MCP to deliver these services more cost effectively while also receiving an improved end-user experience.

Bruce Bednarski, SVP of Business Development at XipLink stated, “It is always a pleasure to work closely with a highly professional and knowledgeable customer. The team at MCP continuously demonstrates why they are viewed as leaders in the maritime industry. We look to them for guidance on how we continue to improve the XHO solution with the objective of further differentiating MCP’s service offerings while also lowering operating costs.”

“We deployed XHO into our service network only after the solution successfully passed rigorous internal testing”, said Knut Fjellheim, Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Fjellheim also stated “MCP chose to deploy the XipLink technology as XipLink was able to clearly articulate a product development roadmap that satisfies MCP’s requirements to continually increase performance benefits while simultaneously protecting our original investment. We are pleased with the XipLink Hub Optimization solution and are confident that it will continue its positive effect upon our business model as we look to provide support for more applications across our network.”

XipLink will work to extend its commercial and technical relationship with MCP and believes the future XipOS version 4.1 software release, scheduled this year, will deliver additional value to the XHO platform and the general maritime industry. With features such as Internet video throttling and rate restrictions, version 4.1 will have a dramatic effect on XHO’s legacy of outbound bandwidth reduction and continued improvement to the subscriber’s service experience. Mr. Fjellheim concludes, “We believe this will make our Internet services very attractive for our customers, particularly on offshore vessels, but also on cruise ships and ferries”.