Starlink for Mining Sites
Starlink for Mining Sites
Low Earth orbit satellite done properly. We assess coverage and plan options, mount and position terminals, integrate power and networking, connect through managed firewalls, monitor performance and pair Starlink with backup links so a single terminal is not a single point of failure.
Starlink has changed what is possible at remote offices, exploration camps and field operations, offering far lower latency than traditional geostationary satellite.
The terminal is only part of the solution. Business use needs secure firewall integration, monitoring, sensible mounting and a plan for when the link drops.
Suitability
Starlink suits remote offices, exploration camps, field operations and selected temporary deployments. We assess the location, obstructions, service plan options and your applications before recommending it.
Integration
Terminals are mounted securely for wind and dust, powered appropriately — including from generators or solar — and connected through a managed firewall with site WiFi, VPN and failover.
We do not promise particular speeds or performance. Mining IT Services is not represented as an authorised Starlink reseller unless confirmed.
Capabilities
What we deliver
- Service plan and coverage assessment
- Fixed installations
- Equipment mounting and positioning
- Power and network integration
- Firewall connectivity
- Remote monitoring
- Site WiFi integration
- Multi-WAN resilience
- Backup connectivity
Common operational challenges
- Obstructions from buildings or terrain
- Consumer-style setups without security
- No backup when the terminal fails
Mining use cases
- Replacing GEO satellite at an exploration camp
- Pairing two terminals with 4G at a site office
- Temporary connectivity for a drilling program
Delivery methodology
How we deliver
Assess
We review your sites, users, connectivity and risks, and confirm scope, access and induction requirements.
Design
We select standard, supportable technology and document the solution, costs and delivery plan.
Deploy
Equipment is prepared and tested before dispatch; remote and field engineers implement around your rosters.
Support
Everything is monitored and supported 24/7, with field services coordinated when physical work is needed.
Frequently asked questions
Is Starlink reliable enough for a mine site office?
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Many sites use it successfully, ideally with a backup link and a managed firewall to handle failover.
Can Starlink run VPNs and Teams calls?
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Generally yes, thanks to lower latency than GEO satellite, though performance varies.
How are terminals mounted at mine sites?
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On suitable mounts or masts with clear sky view, secured for wind and positioned to avoid obstructions.
Can multiple terminals be combined?
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Yes, multi-WAN firewalls can combine or fail over between terminals and other links.
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Your Operations Are Remote. Your IT Support Doesn’t Have to Be.
Whether you need a 24/7 helpdesk, a secure mine-site network, satellite connectivity or engineers to assist with a remote deployment, our team can help you plan the right solution.