India, Jan. 15 -- Eutelsat, a satellite communications provider, delivering connectivity and broadcast services worldwide, is supporting Project Kaundinya, a maritime initiative led by the Indian Navy's INSV Kaundinya team, by providing OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity to a vessel undertaking a historically significant voyage.

Project Kaundinya centres on a long-distance journey aboard INSV Kaundinya, a traditionally constructed stitched-plank sailing vessel inspired by ancient Indian shipbuilding practices. The voyage retraces historic maritime trade routes, highlighting India's seafaring heritage while demonstrating the relevance of traditional design in modern maritime exploration.

As part of the expedition, OneWeb...