Amazon Leo, formerly known as Project Kuiper, has signed an authorized reseller agreement with ELCOME, a Dubai-based global provider of maritime technology and satellite communication solutions. This strategic partnership will bring advanced low Earth orbit satellite connectivity to the commercial maritime sector, transforming how vessels communicate across the world’s oceans.
The agreement, announced on February 10, 2026, positions ELCOME to offer Amazon Leo services to fleets operating across all major oceans, supporting merchant shipping, offshore service vessels, commercial fishing operations, and yachting. With ELCOME’s existing connectivity footprint spanning more than 5,000 vessels, the addition of Amazon Leo Pro and Leo Ultra terminals will provide operators with an independent low Earth orbit connectivity path that significantly improves availability and network diversity at sea.
Advanced Satellite Technology for Maritime Operations
Amazon Leo is building one of the most advanced satellite communications systems in the world. Powered by a constellation of thousands of satellites in low Earth orbit, the system delivers lower latency and higher transmission capacity than traditional geostationary satellite solutions. This technological advantage enables real-time applications, telemetry, remote operations, and hybrid network architectures that modern maritime operations demand.
Maritime operators will benefit from increased resilience, optimized application performance, and accelerated digital operations both onboard vessels and in ship-to-shore communications. The system’s design allows for seamless integration with existing maritime infrastructure while providing a robust backup connectivity option.
Industry Leaders Respond to Partnership
“This agreement advances our mission to deliver global, scalable, and future-ready connectivity to the maritime industry. Amazon Leo technology will help transform how vessels communicate, operate, and integrate with their shoreside networks.”
Jimmy Grewal, Managing Director of ELCOME
“Through this agreement with Amazon Leo, Elcome will provide the connectivity that modern maritime operations demand. Customers on the open seas will have the ability to power critical technology, using our antennas designed to operate seamlessly in challenging maritime environments.”
Trevor Vieweg, Head of Global Business, Amazon Leo
Global Support Infrastructure and Expertise
Maritime operators choosing this solution will benefit from ELCOME’s extensive global engineering footprint, 24/7 support operations, and more than 55 years of experience deploying satellite communication systems for fleets of all sizes. The company’s presence across the Middle East, Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America ensures comprehensive support for vessels operating in any region.
ELCOME specializes in satellite connectivity, navigation, automation, safety, and digital vessel solutions, serving enterprise, government, offshore energy, defense, and yachting customers worldwide. This partnership with Amazon Leo strengthens the company’s position as a leading provider of maritime communication solutions.
Future Outlook for Maritime Connectivity
The partnership represents a significant step forward in maritime digital transformation. As the shipping industry increasingly relies on data-driven operations, real-time monitoring, and remote management capabilities, reliable high-speed connectivity becomes essential. The Amazon Leo network, with its initial constellation of more than 3,000 satellites, aims to connect tens of millions of customers around the world, including those in the maritime sector who operate beyond the reach of traditional networks.
The compact, high-performance antennas—Leo Nano, Leo Pro, and Leo Ultra—are designed to communicate with satellites passing overhead, providing consistent connectivity even in the most challenging maritime environments. This technology promises to enable new applications in vessel automation, crew welfare, operational efficiency, and environmental monitoring.
