KVH mini-VSAT Broadband Network Marks 2-Year Anniversary for Maritime Service

Groundbreaking Ku-band mobile broadband satellite communications network
expanding worldwide; more than 500 TracPhone V7 systems shipped

MIDDLETOWN, R.I., Oct. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Two years ago this month,
a remarkable new solution for maritime two-way satellite communications
launched its live operations for commercial and leisure mariners. With true
broadband speeds, significant cost savings, and complete integration with the
world's first 24-inch diameter marine VSAT antenna, the mini-VSAT
Broadband(SM) network from KVH Industries, Inc., (Nasdaq: KVHI) is rapidly
becoming the day-to-day communication solution for vessels worldwide.

Among the first people to add the TracPhone® V7 and the mini-VSAT Broadband
service to his vessel was Robert Stein, president of VIP Yachts and owner of
the 130 ft motor yacht Sojourn. Two years later, he and his crew continue to
enjoy the benefits. "The TracPhone V7 and mini-VSAT Broadband have been a
great improvement over our prior service. They offer a great crew benefit,
because our crew can use the Internet and voice services to stay in touch with
their loved ones," Stein explained.

"We are extremely excited to mark the two-year anniversary of the mini-VSAT
Broadband network and thank customers like Mr. Stein and the hundreds of
mariners and ship operators who are helping to make mini-VSAT Broadband among
the fastest growing maritime communications solutions available," said Martin
Kits van Heyningen, KVH's president and chief executive officer. "Together
with ViaSat, we set out to offer maritime, aeronautical, and other mobile
customers an entirely new approach to broadband service on the move. Our fully
integrated solution offers compelling advantages that vessel owners
appreciate, which is why we've managed to become one of the world's top
maritime VSAT service providers in only two years."

The mini-VSAT Broadband service, along with the KVH TracPhone V7 antenna,
comprise the first end-to-end 24-inch VSAT hardware, service, and support
package available for maritime communications. Together, KVH and ViaSat are
offering voice service and Internet access as fast as 512 Kbps (upload) and 2
Mbps (download) at fixed monthly rates to mariners as well as network coverage
to the ViaSat Yonder(SM) mobile broadband service, and others who want to stay
connected with high-speed mobile networking.

Among the latest to make the move to mini-VSAT Broadband is Clipper Group.
Explaining why they made the change, Michael Mark, Clipper's vessel IT
manager, said, "We chose the TracPhone V7 antenna and mini-VSAT Broadband
service for their ability to provide affordable voice calls, intranet
capabilities, and crew services. We are utilizing the system for remote
support as well, which in the long run will result in significant savings ...
Over time, we will save a lot on support resources, since most support
functions can be performed remotely with the TracPhone V7. We recently
reinstalled a communication computer onboard, through which all of our main
software is installed remotely by staff on shore. We expect that we will save
a significant amount on travel as we implement this remote process."

Major Milestones During mini-VSAT Broadband's First Two Years
-- Operating a fully integrated hardware, network, and service solution
that is the first to offer a 24-inch VSAT antenna and ViaSat's
patented
ArcLight® spread spectrum technology
-- Supplying broadband and voice service for every key maritime region
operational or under contract, with the exception of South America,
satellite coverage for which is currently in development
-- Managing a network currently supported by seven secure earth stations
around the globe, together with seven of the world's most powerful
communications satellites
-- Shipped more than 500 TracPhone V7s for use on vessels worldwide,
representing almost 10% of the installed base of maritime VSAT system
based on estimates in the "2008 Maritime VSAT Markets Report"
published
by COMSYS
-- Offering vessels operators a convenient and affordable means of
strengthening crew morale by offering an integrated crew calling
option

-- Adding the versatility of GSM cell phones to maritime operations
through
a new agreement with On-Waves to offer picocell technology compatible
with mini-VSAT Broadband for use on commercial and leisure vessels

Visit http://www.minivsat.com for additional details regarding the TracPhone
V7 and mini-VSAT Broadband service along with maps illustrating the current
and planned coverage for mini-VSAT Broadband service.

Note to Editors: Press-ready images of KVH's TracPhone V7 are available at
http://press.kvh.com for download and editorial use.

About KVH Industries, Inc.
Middletown, RI-based KVH Industries, Inc., and its wholly owned subsidiary,
KVH Europe A/S, are leading providers of in-motion satellite TV and
communications systems, having designed, manufactured, and sold more than
150,000 mobile satellite antennas for applications on vessels, vehicles, and
aircraft. KVH's mission is to connect mobile customers around the globe with
the same digital television entertainment, communications, and Internet
services that they enjoy in their homes.

This release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and
uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include, for example, the service
rollout plans, the functionality, characteristics, quality and performance of
KVH's products and technology; anticipated innovation and product development;
and customer demand, preferences, requirements and expectations. The actual
results could differ materially. Factors that may cause such differences
include, among others, the successful launch and deployment of new satellites;
uncertainty about the scope of customer demand; the potential inability to
secure the licenses necessary for the network; risks associated with the
delivery or performance of critical hardware; changes in the costs and
capabilities of competing offerings; and those other risk factors discussed in
KVH's most recent Form 10-Q filed with the SEC. KVH does not assume any
obligation to update its forward-looking statements to reflect new information
or developments.

KVH and TracPhone are registered trademarks of KVH Industries. "mini-VSAT
Broadband" is a service mark of KVH Industries. All other trademarks are the
property of their respective companies.

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