A.P. MØLLER – Mærsk A/S (Maersk) has announced it has begun the roll-out of its new digital connectivity platform, OneWireless, across its fleet.
Described by the shipping giant as a “next-generation Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity platform, the rollout includes all Maersk-owned vessels and more than 100 time-chartered vessels in the fleet, for a total of 450 vessels.
Maersk said the platform is designed to meet the increasing demand for real-time data transmission and provide advanced IoT capabilities, and paves the way for smarter cargo tracking solutions.
Kjeld Dittmann, head of vessel & cargo connectivity at Maersk said, “With our next-generation connectivity platform, we will be able to offer our customers notable benefits, including real-time cargo tracking, enhanced supply chain visibility, and improved operational efficiency”.
“This platform is designed to support thousands of IoT devices, ensuring optimal performance for reefer tracking and fleet IoT.”
Through the existing Captain Peter system, Maersk customers can already monitor the temperature of their reefer cargo, but the current 2G network infrastructure onboard reportedly limits the frequency of data point updates.
With the roll-out of OneWireless, Maersk says this infrastructure is transitioning to 4G technology, in order to enable a substantial increase in data granularity and pave the way for smarter cargo tracking and enhanced operational insights.
“This upgrade to our IoT infrastructure is comparable to the shift consumers experienced when moving from 2G to 4G mobile networks,” Mr Dittmann said.
“Just as that transition brought faster speeds, better connectivity, and new possibilities for our everyday lives, the OneWireless platform transforms how it is possible to communicate with cargo aboard.
“With real-time data sharing at unprecedented speed and reliability, we are unlocking new levels of efficiency and operational excellence to meet the demands of a connected, data-driven world.”
The line described OneWireless as a single, unified network designed to support multiple wireless technologies, offering scalability, security, and flexibility, and enabling Maersk customers to seamlessly integrate their IoT devices and services.
“The solution is designed for seamless interoperability between private and public networks, ensuring Maersk customers’ cargo is reliably monitored whether at sea, in port, or on land,” the shipping line said.
The platform roll-out has reportedly begun and is on track for completion by the first quarter of 2026.
Since the upgrade involves hardware replacements aboard vessels, Maersk remarked the process demands careful planning and must be executed during scheduled port calls.
