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Japan Coast Guard Boosts Fleet with Starlink Upgrade

4/9/2025

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In a bold move to rejuvenate its ranks, the Japan Coast Guard has outfitted 12 large patrol vessels with Starlink satellite internet. This innovative upgrade, originally meant for backup communication, seeks to bolster the agency's information resilience and attract younger recruits. By fiscal 2032, the JCG aims to equip at least 85 vessels with this cutting-edge technology.

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In a bold move to rejuvenate its ranks, the Japan Coast Guard has outfitted 12 large patrol vessels with Starlink satellite internet. This innovative upgrade, originally meant for backup communication, seeks to bolster the agency's information resilience and attract younger recruits. By fiscal 2032, the JCG aims to equip at least 85 vessels with this cutting-edge technology.