Staying connected has become essential for businesses operating in remote or challenging environments. Whether it’s a construction site, offshore platform, or rural energy facility, the need for fast, stable internet has never been more important — and often, traditional options like fibre or 4G just aren’t practical.
The new Starlink Performance Kit offers a powerful alternative, combining high-speed connectivity with rugged hardware that’s been built specifically for enterprise use.
Built for Business Continuity
Designed as part of Starlink’s Fixed Site and Business plans, the Performance Kit delivers significant gains in reliability, performance, and resilience. It builds on the capabilities of previous generations, with a focus on enabling consistent, high-speed connectivity in physically and environmentally challenging locations.
Key Features:
- AC/DC Support : Comes with an Advanced Power Supply capable of both AC and DC input (12 V–56 V), with battery backup options.
- Ingress protection rating of IP68/IP69K: Ensures full protection from dust and water, even during high-pressure spray — ideal for outdoor and industrial deployments.
- High wind and thermal tolerance: Tested to withstand wind speeds up to 280 kph and function in temperatures ranging from –40°C to +60°C.
- Download speeds up to 450 Mbps: Suitable for data-heavy applications including video conferencing, remote system access, live feeds, and cloud collaboration tools.
- Efficient power usage: With an average draw of just 70W, it offers an impressive balance of performance and efficiency, particularly when compared to the Gen 2 High Performance unit.
These technical upgrades make the Performance Kit one of the most capable terminals in Starlink’s portfolio — and one of the most powerful satellite communication options on the market today.
Starlink Performance kit vs flat High Performance
While both dishes are designed for high-demand environments, the Performance Kit reflects a broader shift toward enterprise-grade connectivity solutions that are more adaptable, energy-efficient, and built with the future in mind.
| Feature | V4 Enterprise | Flat High Performance | Performance Kit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field of View | 110° | 140° | 140° |
| Ingress Protection | PSU – IP66 Dish – IP67 Type 4 | IP56 | IP68 / IP69K |
| Wind Resistance | 96kph+ | 280 kph+ | 280 kph+ |
| Temperature Range | 30°C to +50°C | –30°C to +50°C | –40°C to +60°C |
| Download Speeds | Up to 220Mbps | Up to 250 Mbps | Up to 450 Mbps |
| Average Power Draw | 75-100W | 110–150 W | ~70 W |
| Network Integration | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
With better environmental resilience, next-generation local networking (Wi-Fi 6), and more power-efficient operation, the Performance Kit represents a clear step forward for businesses requiring consistent uptime in unpredictable conditions.
Built for Demanding Environments
The Performance Kit is exceptionally well suited to the maritime sector, where consistent, high-speed connectivity is often difficult to achieve. Whether supporting daily operations on commercial vessels or delivering seamless guest connectivity aboard superyachts, it offers the performance, durability, and bandwidth required at sea.
With a 140° field of view, IP68/IP69K-rated housing, and wind tolerance up to 280 kph, the dish is engineered to perform in offshore environments, where exposure to salt, wind, and temperature extremes is the norm. Onboard power demands are kept in check with an average draw of just 70W, making it practical for a wide range of vessel types.
Its capabilities support critical maritime use cases such as:
- Real-time vessel tracking and performance monitoring
- High-quality video calling and VoIP
- Guest and crew internet access
- Live CCTV and surveillance feeds
- Remote diagnostics and shore-based coordination
The compact flat-panel form also allows for flexible installation across various decks and superstructures, minimising visual impact and reducing installation complexity.
Beyond maritime, the Performance Kit is equally effective in other challenging environments, including:
- Construction & civil engineering – enabling site connectivity without reliance on fixed infrastructure
- Energy & utilities – powering remote monitoring and automation systems across dispersed assets
- Emergency & defence – delivering fast-deploy communications in rapid response and tactical scenarios
- Agriculture & environmental monitoring – supporting telemetry, drones, and IoT devices where cellular coverage is unreliable
Wherever connectivity is business-critical — on land or at sea — the Performance Kit provides a reliable and future-ready solution.
Future-Ready Hardware
Another key advantage of the Performance Kit is its forward compatibility. With network upgrades planned across the Starlink constellation in 2026, this dish is already prepared to support gigabit speeds — eliminating the need for future hardware swaps. This allows businesses to invest now with confidence, knowing their connectivity solution will scale as demand grows.
Additionally, the updated hardware supports rack-mounted and DC-powered deployments, giving network engineers more flexibility when integrating the dish into existing IT environments.
Conclusion
For organisations that depend on fast, reliable internet in locations where traditional infrastructure cannot reach, the Starlink Performance Kit offers a powerful solution. It combines the resilience and speed of previous generations with improved environmental protection, energy efficiency, and future compatibility.
As connectivity becomes increasingly central to how businesses operate — especially in challenging or mission-critical contexts — the demand for rugged, high-capacity satellite communications will only continue to grow. The Performance Kit is ready to meet that demand.
