🇩🇪 Location: Germany, Europe
📡 Product: NR610 5G Outdoor CPE
🌐 Application: 5G Backup Connectivity
📅 Year: 2023
Project Overview
A German maritime operator deployed the Yifan Communication NR610 5G Outdoor CPE as a backup connectivity solution aboard their fleet of ships. Installed on rooftop masts in weatherproof enclosures, the NR610 provides reliable 5G cellular backup when primary satellite or VSAT connectivity is unavailable or degraded — ensuring crew communications and vessel management systems remain online at all times.
NR610 installed on ship rooftop masts — providing 5G backup connectivity for maritime operations
Challenge
Ships operating in coastal and near-shore waters require reliable internet connectivity for crew welfare, navigation systems, cargo management, and remote vessel monitoring. While primary satellite systems provide global coverage, they can be affected by adverse weather, equipment failure, or high latency in time-sensitive operations. The operator needed:
- 🌊 Weatherproof outdoor installation on ship rooftop masts exposed to rain, salt spray, and harsh marine conditions
- 📶 Fast 5G cellular backup when primary satellite connection fails or degrades in port and coastal waters
- 💻 Remote monitoring and management from shore without requiring on-board IT staff on every vessel
- ✔ CE-certified hardware for EU Radio Equipment Directive compliance in the German and European market
- 🌡️ Wide temperature tolerance for North Sea operating conditions ranging from freezing winters to summer heat
Solution
The Yifan Communication NR610 Smart 5G Outdoor CPE was selected for its IP67 weatherproof rating, PoE single-cable installation, and robust performance in demanding outdoor environments.
IP67 Weatherproof Enclosure
Fully sealed against rain, salt spray, and maritime environmental conditions — designed for permanent outdoor rooftop mounting on commercial vessels.
5G Sub-6GHz Connectivity
High-speed 5G backup activates automatically when in port or coastal waters, providing low-latency connectivity for crew and vessel management systems.
PoE Single-Cable Installation
Power and data delivered over a single Ethernet cable, simplifying rooftop mast mounting and eliminating the need for separate power runs to each unit.
Remote Shore Management
Shore-based IT teams can monitor, configure, and troubleshoot all deployed units remotely, with no requirement for on-board technical staff.
The NR610 was chosen for its combination of outdoor durability and enterprise-grade connectivity features:
- IP67 Weatherproof Enclosure: Fully sealed against rain, salt spray, and maritime environmental conditions
- 5G Sub-6GHz Connectivity: High-speed 5G backup when in port or coastal waters within cellular range
- Dual SIM Support: Automatic failover between two carrier SIM cards for maximum reliability
- PoE Powered: Single cable installation — power and data over one Ethernet run, ideal for rooftop mast mounting
- Remote Management: Shore-based IT team can monitor and configure all units remotely
- CE / RED Certified: Full EU Radio Equipment Directive compliance for the German and EU market
Results
- ✓ Reliable 5G backup connectivity established across all deployed vessels in the fleet
- ✓ IP67 enclosure withstands North Sea weather, salt spray, and year-round outdoor exposure
- ✓ PoE single-cable installation simplified rooftop mast deployment — no separate power runs required
- ✓ Remote shore management enables full fleet oversight without on-board IT staff
- ✓ CE / RED certified — fully compliant with EU maritime regulations
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Customer details shared with permission. Location: Germany, Western Europe.