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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">As the cruise company finishes installing SpaceX's Starlink high-speed internet aboard 11 of its ships, Holland America company has noticed an increase in customer satisfaction with internet service.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">In April 2023, Holland America Line initially deployed Starlink Internet aboard the Koningsdam.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">In mid-December, when the ship was in drydock, the Nieuw Rotterdam became the last vessel to be equipped with the technology.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Stronger bandwidth in important areas and higher satisfaction ratings have been noticed on the trip since Starlink high-speed internet was installed.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Holland America Line President Gus Antorcha stated, "Our commitment to providing our guests and team members with an exceptional experience is demonstrated by our use of cutting-edge technologies."</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">"A strategic move to embrace innovation and elevate connectivity and convenience while cruising is represented by the successful integration of Starlink."</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="Holland America Sees strong guest satisfaction with Starlink Internet" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/imgs/20240109/starlink-internet-sees-high-guest-satisfaction-in-holland-america.jpg" style="display:block; height:400px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Holland America Sees strong guest satisfaction with Starlink Internet</em></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">According to Kathleen Erickson, vice president of technology of Holland America Line, "We've heard from guests the new Starlink high-speed internet is better than they anticipated while cruising." </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">It has changed the game for visitors who operate from our ships remotely.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Additionally, this is a significant advancement for team members who depend on the Internet to maintain relationships with family back home.</p>

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