Starlink installation on a boat is not the same as on a house: the dish takes wind, salt and vibration, and the power comes from batteries. We design the mount, the power supply and the network so you have stable internet in the marina, at anchor and under way.
A Starlink installation on a boat comes down to three things: where the dish sits, where it draws its power from and how the signal reaches the cabins and the cockpit. Rush any of them and you soon get dropouts at anchor, flat batteries in the morning or corroded screws after one season.
We handle the kit choice, marine-grade mounting, 12 or 24 V power, the watertight deck entry and the onboard Wi-Fi. We work on sailing yachts, catamarans, motor boats and larger yachts, as well as charter fleets.
We come to your boat in the marinas of Attica, such as Alimos, Flisvos, Zea and Lavrio. For boats in other Greek ports we arrange the installation by agreement. For maritime IT beyond Starlink there is also CS Maritime, our sister brand within Innovation Labs Group.
Mini, Standard or Flat High Performance, depending on the size of the boat, the power available and whether you need a connection under way or mainly in the marina and at anchor. We explain the differences before you buy.
Mounting on a radar arch, a stainless pole, the stern rail or flush on the hardtop. We make sure the mount stays steady in the wind and that the dish is not shaded by rigging, sails or antennas.
We work out the consumption and connect Starlink to the boat's electrical system with a fuse, a switch and correctly sized cable. That way you know how many hours of connection your batteries will give you.
The cable goes below through a watertight deck gland, so no water gets in. It follows the boat's existing cable runs and is secured so it cannot chafe.
Screws, clamps and brackets in 316 stainless steel, insulating washers between dissimilar metals and protected connectors. Salt water is unforgiving to hardware made for dry land.
A router placed to cover the saloon, cabins and cockpit, mesh or access points on larger yachts, and a 4G/5G router for failover near the coast.
No single kit suits every boat: it depends on size, available power, where you will use Starlink and whether you need it under way. Each kit's specifications and terms of use are set by Starlink, so we confirm them on starlink.com/gr before you order.
Small and light, with a built-in router and DC power input, so it suits sailing yachts and small motor boats with limited battery capacity. Starlink quotes an average draw of around 25 to 40 W. It is the most common choice when every amp counts.
A larger dish that performs better when many people share the connection. It runs on AC power, so on a boat it needs an inverter or a DC conversion, with an average draw of around 75 to 100 W according to Starlink. It suits boats that spend a lot of time in the marina or at anchor.
A flat, rugged dish for permanent mounting and in-motion use, with a wide field of view. It is the choice for motor boats and yachts that want a connection while cruising too. It draws more, roughly 110 to 150 W on average according to Starlink, so it needs a serious power supply.
On a sailing yacht, the biggest enemy of the signal is the boat itself: the mast, rigging, boom and sails block part of the sky. That is why we prefer positions at the stern, on an arch or a stainless pole above the pushpit, or a rail mount for the Mini. On catamarans the hardtop and the stern arch usually give very good positions.
On a motor yacht, the usual positions are the radar arch, the hardtop or the flybridge roof. There the Flat High Performance can be fitted flush, without a pole, so it is less visible and has little wind resistance. We keep it clear of the radar and other antennas so that neither sits in the other's beam.
Before drilling, we check obstructions with the Starlink app and agree the look with you. Many boats already have antenna mounts or spots that need no new holes. Where a new hole in fibreglass or timber is needed, we seal it with marine sealant so no water reaches the core.
On a boat swinging at anchor, the position with a clear view in every direction is usually the highest one, as long as it does not add too much weight and vibration. In a meltemi, a short, rigid mount is better than a tall pole that sways. That is why mounting Starlink on a boat is always a compromise we settle on board.
Send photos for an estimateStarlink draws power for as long as it is switched on, so consumption matters around the clock. A Mini averaging 30 W needs about 60 Ah per 24 hours from a 12 V bank, before losses. A Standard or Flat High Performance through an inverter can need three times that energy or more.
So we first look at house battery capacity, charger, solar, generator and shore power. We often suggest a switch on the panel so you can turn Starlink off when you don't need it, for example overnight at anchor. The Mini runs directly from 12 or 24 V with a suitable DC cable and fuse, with no inverter.
For the Standard and the Flat High Performance there are two routes. An inverter is simple but has losses, while DC conversion with third-party parts is more efficient. The second option can affect the manufacturer's warranty, so we explain the pros and cons before you decide.
The cable goes through the deck via a watertight gland, with a drip loop that sheds water. It is secured with UV-resistant clamps, away from moving parts, exhausts and lines. All metal mounting hardware is 316 stainless, with insulating washers wherever it touches aluminium, to avoid galvanic corrosion.
Send photos for an estimateThe dish brings internet to the boat. The network inside decides whether everyone gets to enjoy it, from the cockpit to the forward cabin.
Fibreglass, metal fittings and bulkheads weaken the signal. We place the router centrally or add an access point so the saloon, cabins and cockpit are all covered.
On boats with several decks or crew cabins we set up mesh or wired access points, with separate networks for guests and crew. Equipment such as Ubiquiti UniFi or TP-Link Omada gives central management.
Near the coast, the mobile network is a useful second line. A router with a SIM card switches over automatically when Starlink loses signal, for example in a harbour with tall buildings or a mountain behind you.
For charter companies we fit the same solution on every boat: same mount, same cabling, same settings and documentation. Your base knows what is on each boat and every crew finds everything in the same place.
In Attica we come to the boat, for example at Alimos Marina, Flisvos, Zea and Lavrio. In other Greek ports the installation is arranged by agreement.
For maritime IT beyond Starlink, Innovation Labs Group has CS Maritime. That way the boat's network and IT can be covered within the same group.
Starlink has plans for use at one address, mobility plans such as Roam, and maritime plans for use at sea. Broadly speaking, mobility plans are designed mainly for use on land, while open-sea use with priority data needs a maritime plan. Names, terms and prices change often, so check the current plans on starlink.com/gr.
The cost of Starlink installation on a boat depends on the kit, the type of mount (rail, pole, arch, flush), how difficult the cable run below is, the power setup (direct DC, inverter or conversion) and whether a 4G/5G router, mesh or access points are added. For fleets, standardisation cuts the working time per boat.
Send us photos of the stern, arch or hardtop, the electrical panel and the router location, plus the boat's make and length. That is usually enough for a written estimate from photos. If needed, we carry out a free survey on board at a marina in Attica.
Compliance with the rules for use in Greek waters and with the terms of the Starlink plan is the responsibility of the owner and the plan they choose. We share what we know, but we are not legal advisers. Starlink does not replace the safety and communications equipment the boat must carry, such as the VHF radio.
Send photos for an estimateYou send us the make, length and berth of the boat, photos of possible positions and the electrical panel. You tell us how you use the boat: marina, anchorages or long passages.
We propose a kit, mount type, power setup and, if needed, a router and access points. We help with the order and choosing a plan.
We come to the boat at an Attica marina or, by agreement, in another port. We confirm the position with an obstruction check before fixing anything.
We fix the mount, run the cable through a watertight gland and connect the power with a fuse and switch. We install the router and access points.
We check signal, speed in every space and power draw. We show you the Starlink app, the failover if fitted and how to switch the system off when you leave the boat.
Work, video calls, weather forecasts and entertainment without hunting for mobile signal or marina Wi-Fi.
You know how much Starlink draws and how many hours your batteries give you, with a switch to turn it off when you don't need it.
316 stainless, watertight entries and a steady mount. The installation does not need repairs after every meltemi.
For charter companies, every boat has the same setup and the same documentation, so support is simpler.
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Send us photos of the stern and the electrical panel, along with the type of boat. We will propose a kit, mount and power setup, and arrange an appointment at your marina.
