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MCP WINS CONTRACT TO INSTALL WIRELESS MOBILE TELEPHONY SERVICES ONBOARD 21 SHIPS Arendal/Santa Clarita, January 2, 2008: Maritime Communications Partner AS (MCP), fully owned by Telenor ASA, has signed a contract to install and operate the cellular network onboard all ships in Princess Cruises, Cunard Lines and P&O Cruises Australia’s fleet. Read more
Maritime GSM Service enables shipwrecked to reach family and loved ones from the Antarctic When the cruise ship MV Explorer hit underwater ice, it was Hurtigruten's Nordnorge that came to the rescue, and Maritime Communications Partner's GSM network onboard that enabled the shipwrecked to call home. Read more
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Maritime Communications Partner

MCP is the global maritime cellular operator focused on providing cost effective GSM and CDMA communications solutions especially created to fulfill the requirements of the shipping industry. MCP provides seamless connectivity via personal mobile phones to both passengers and crew onboard cruise-ships, ferries and other vessels worldwide.

MCP enables cell phone coverage by installing and operating the shipborne radio networks, linking the vessels with public networks via satellite. MCP operates its mobile services via roaming agreements with cellular operators throughout the world.

As a fully recognised international cellular operator, MCP handles all legal and regulatory challenges associated with the unique technology and service solutions that it provides to its customers.
 
Through a partnership with MCP, ship-owners benefit from being provided with a service that enhances the passenger and crew experience whilst onboard.