Seas of Connectivity: WiFi on Fishing Vessels

In this episode of the Aquademia podcast, hosts Justin Grant and Maddie Cassidy chat with Melanie Siggs from GSA and Travis Heneveld from Geeks Without Frontiers about their collaborative vessel Wi-Fi connectivity project. The discussion dives into the motivations behind GSA's research on Wi-Fi provision for fishing crews and highlights the importance of crew welfare and connectivity at sea. Melanie and Travis share insights on the challenges of implementing Wi-Fi on vessels, including cost, quality, and data management, and emphasize the role of connectivity in enhancing crew welfare and operational efficiency. They also discuss the significance of establishing minimum best practice standards for Wi-Fi access to ensure safety and well-being for fishing crew members. Tune in to learn about the innovative solutions being explored to bring connectivity to the high seas and improve the lives of those working on fishing vessels.

Aquademia: The Seafood Podcast · Travis Heneveld, Maddie Cassidy, Justin Grant, Melanie Siggs