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Associated Press
20-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
WMS Shares Important Tip for Summer Cruisers: Pack Your Connectivity
MIRAMAR, FLORIDA, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WMS, the leading global provider of cruise wireless connectivity, has launched its 'Pack Your Connectivity' summer vacation campaign to reinforce the importance of planning two weeks ahead to ensure a seamless onboard experience. Waiting until you reach international waters might mean you're too late. As cruising continues to grow as a preferred travel option – with the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) projecting nearly 41.9 million oceangoing passengers by 2028 – WMS has five connectivity tips for cruisers to keep in mind when planning their next adventure at sea. To ensure a successful, connected summer voyage: 'Connectivity has evolved since last summer – from the addition of 5G coverage on some ships to the launch of cruise day passes with AT&T and Verizon – so cruisers have more predictability and can relax knowing they have pre-planned their best connectivity option,' said Pramod Arora, President and CEO of WMS. 'We continually partner with 25+ cruise lines, on 200+ ships, with 400+ cellular roaming partners globally to ensure the most seamless, accessible, and affordable connectivity.' Cruisers looking to determine their best pathway to connectivity can take this 'What's Your Cruise Connectivity Personality?' Quiz. WMS is an expert in the installation, management, and maintenance of onboard wireless networks and services, and partners with each cruise line to educate on connectivity options for passengers and crew. As the pioneer in cruise wireless connectivity, the company launched the first cellular service on a cruise ship in 2004. WMS has continued to innovate from 2G to now 5G, while complementing the latest in ship Wi-Fi offerings and leveraging all satellite services, including the latest low Earth orbit (LEO) technology, Starlink. MEDIA NOTE: Infographic and logo files can be found HERE. About WMS: WMS is the premier global provider of cruise wireless connectivity services. WMS pioneered the first wireless network on a cruise ship 20 years ago and, as an award-winning technology leader, remains the trusted strategic partner for connectivity in the most challenging and hard-to-reach places. The company is headquartered in Miramar, FL. with additional operations in Atlanta, GA. For more information on WMS, visit ### Media Contacts: Cathy Angel / Anna Pool, +1-863-698-2145, [email protected] Attachment Liz DeCastro WMS 9542354782 [email protected]
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
WMS Partners with Verizon to Launch $20 Cruise Daily Pass
Voice, Text, and Data at Sea Available on 200+ Ships and 25+ Cruise Lines MIRAMAR, FLORIDA, April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WMS, the leading global provider of cruise wireless connectivity, in collaboration with Verizon, announces the enhancement of Verizon Cruise Daily Pass. Now available on more than 200 cruise ships across more than 25 cruise lines, Cruise Daily Pass offers passengers even more value. With Cruise Daily Pass, Verizon customers now get unlimited data (0.5GB of high-speed data then unlimited data at 3G speeds), unlimited calls to the US, and unlimited texts, for $20/line per day when using their mobile device at sea. Cruise Daily Pass provides seamless connectivity and complements Verizon's suite of international travel plans in more than 210 countries and destinations. 'Verizon's Cruise Daily Pass was the first product of its kind in the cruise industry and has been a big step towards providing a predictable experience for cellular users, ushering in a new standard in connectivity and value at sea,' said Pramod Arora, President and CEO, WMS. 'We look forward to growing this partnership and continuing to enrich cruise passengers' mobile experience in the coming years.' As the cruise industry continues to grow – projected to reach nearly 40 million passengers by 2027 according to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) – WMS and Verizon remain committed to enhancing the traveler onboard experience. For travelers planning their next cruise vacation, WMS suggests strategies to ensure a successful, connected voyage, including: -Begin planning your cruise connectivity two weeks before your voyage. -Keep Airplane Mode off so cellular connectivity can be enabled. -Turn on International Roaming before setting sail. -Close out apps, and turn off app auto-updates, location services, and auto fetch on email. Verizon customers can add Cruise Daily Pass to their line by texting CRUISE to 4004 or via the Verizon Trip Planner. For more information visit For more information on WMS, visit About WMS: WMS is the premier global provider of cruise wireless connectivity services. WMS pioneered the first wireless network on a cruise ship 20 years ago and, as an award-winning technology leader, remains the trusted strategic partner for connectivity in the most challenging and hard-to-reach places. The company is headquartered in Miramar, FL. with additional operations in Atlanta, GA. For more information on WMS, visit Media Contacts: Cathy Angel and Anna Pool, +1-863-698-2145, WMSPR@ CONTACT: Liz DeCastro WMS 9546751404 in to access your portfolio
