Beijing Marine Communication and Navigation (MCN Beijing) has launched smartphone chat application Fish Chat to connect fishermen onboard Chinese coastal fishing vessels.

MCN Beijing has developed this new application for Inmarsat Maritime’s fleet one, a service tailored to deliver dependable voice and broadband data to smaller vessels.

Fish Chat is available for both Android and iOS devices and will help onboard crews communicate with people on land through texting, picture exchange and a push-to-talk voice service.

"Fleet One has made access to voice and data services more accessible and affordable for small vessels." 

Inmarsat Maritime president Ronald Spithout said: "We are delighted that MCN Beijing has developed an application which is fit for purpose for the needs and requirements of the local market and optimises the Fleet One service for their customers."

Launched in May, Inmarsat’s Fleet One has already installed the app on fishing vessels worldwide.

Inmarsat Maritime vice-president business development and communications Guy Sear said: "Fleet One has made access to voice and data services more accessible and affordable for small vessels.

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.

"With the introduction of the Fish Chat application by MCN Beijing, Chinese coastal fishing vessels are better positioned than ever to make the most of this connectivity."

Beijing Marine Communication Navigation Company (MCN) is part of China Transport Telecommunication Information Centre (CTTIC); MCN joined Inmarsat on behalf of the Chinese Government and Responsible for Inmarsat business operation and solution management in China.