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Fugro Marinestar ® delivers high-precision GNSS positioning services tailored to the unique demands of industries such as marine construction, dredging, hydrography, naval operations, wind farm development, and oceanographic research.

With over 30 years of expertise in satellite-based positioning and continuous technological advancements, Marinestar® provides cutting-edge, dependable solutions designed for critical marine applications.

One of Marinestar®’s standout features is its global reach, made possible through the integration of multiple GNSS constellations, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou.

By transmitting correction data via L-Band satellites and the NTRIP protocol, it ensures seamless compatibility with a wide range of GNSS receivers. This dual-channel transmission system strengthens signal reliability and availability, delivering robust performance even in the most challenging marine environments.

Built for reliability, the Marinestar® GNSS network incorporates multiple redundancy layers to guarantee uninterrupted service.

It consists of two independent reference station networks, diverse receiver brands, dual Network Control Centers (NCCs) with additional backup facilities, multiple primary and backup uplink locations, and six L-Band satellites for correction data transmission.

This extensive architecture ensures global, consistent, and resilient positioning services.

Marinestar® offers a variety of correction services to match different operational needs. The G4+ service provides corrections for GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo, while the XP3 service delivers corrections for GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo using an independent reference station network. Additionally, RTCM corrections are available for legacy receivers, ensuring precise and adaptable positioning solutions.

Engineered for exceptional accuracy, Marinestar® has demonstrated outstanding height precision in long-term data assessments, making it a trusted choice for applications demanding superior performance.

Dedicated support is available worldwide through local representatives and specialized service channels, ensuring users receive expert assistance when needed. With its advanced capabilities and robust infrastructure, Fugro Marinestar® stands as a leading provider of reliable GNSS positioning services for the marine sector.

Our Ekinox, Apogee, and Navsight versions are fully compatible with Fugro MarinestarTM G4+ PPP solution, bringing a new level of accuracy and reliability to marine applications.

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