PPDS debuts in the maritime hospitality market with Philips MediaSuite

The fair Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 has been chosen by Philips Professional Displays to present for the first time with PPDS its new range of MediaSuite TVs developed for the maritime hospitality sector, plus displays and software solutions.

The PPDS, exclusive supplier of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, will participate for the first time in Seatrade Cruise Global 2025, the world's largest cruise trade show held from 7 to the 10 in Miami (Florida – USA).

In the Philips space at this event (stand 4405), Visitors will be able to see a full range of Visualization solutions covering all areas of cruise ships and luxury yachts and superyachts, as well as the new features available in the latest evolution of the MediaSuite TV range with a New line specifically designed for the growing Marine Market.

As part of its continued global growth strategy, PPDS's decision to expand its reach into the cruise market to encompass all forms of hospitality – both on land and at sea- It comes at a time when the popularity and demand for cruise vacations are reaching all-time highs and rising.

Jeroen Verhaeghe, Global Business Development Director for Hospitality at PPDS, that will be present at the event, explains that "the cruise industry is flourishing, and with the construction of new vessels and increased competition for customers, There has never been a Best time for us to make an official entry into this market”.

With the aim of "supporting cruise suppliers in the Creating new experiences, enhanced and fully personalized for its guests," adds Verhaeghe, Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 is the perfect launchpad in this exciting market with our Philips Professional Displays portfolio for hospitality”.

Innovation in entertainment

Philips MediaSuite, The first hotel TV designed exclusively for in-room entertainment, is still a Benchmark in the hospitality sector, both in important hotels and now with the recent installations in the maritime environment in the British cruise line Marella Cruises and in two hotels Super Yacht in Vietnam.

Since its market launch in 2019, Philips MediaSuite leads the market as the preferred hotel TV in Western Europe, The company points out, chosen for Google Cast integration, Netflix ready functionality and access to the Google Play store.

This is what Verhaeghe points out: "In 2024, Philips MediaSuite achieved a major milestone by becoming the Best-selling hotel TV in Western Europe, achieving market leadership in EMEA for the first time, a position that I am proud to say that we have continued to maintain. We see incredible opportunities in bringing the advantages of Philips MediaSuite aboard cruise ships and superyachts.".

Specifically, The company is now offering cruise ship providers and superyacht owners a Specific range of TVs Slimline, with resolution FHD and 24" and 32" sizes that adapt to Tighter spaces for crew and interior cabins, as well as 4K models in 43", 50”, 55" and 65", for installation in Suites & Rooms.

These teams also have the Option to add a professional soundbar to enhance the audio experience, especially suitable for living rooms and Sky Lounges of yachts.

Prepared with the protection necessary to withstand the rigors of life at sea, This new range also brings long-term savings, with a Lower power consumption compared to other TVs on the market. In addition, offers passengers the ship's choice of channels through IPTV services, including linear satellite TV channels, as well as video-on-demand content.

Philips MediaSuite also allows the ship's purser to give a Personalized welcome and offer information to passengers through CMND. This information may include details about the next port of call, in addition to providing passengers with the possibility of organizing excursions and Book services on board from the comfort of your stateroom. All customer data is deleted at check-out as a security bonus.

Evolution and growth

Professional TVs are just one part of a PPDS Much Wider Offering in the hospitality sector, "With a growing and evolving portfolio that goes beyond the rooms to deliver best-in-class visual communications for a wide variety of applications across all deck areas".

This comprehensive proposal, Includes, as well as televisions, Advanced Digital Signage Solutions, ePaper, Philips interactive displays and dvLed, all of them with sustainability as a prominent element and controlled and managed remotely will be exhibited at Seatrade Cruise Global 2025.

"Philips MediaSuite, along with the entire range of displays for the hospitality industry, continues to set new standards and deliver Unique experiences for guests, hoteliers and operators alike, with an offer of Unrestricted entertainment and extensive control and management," he stresses Scott Adams, Director of Hospitality in North America at PPDS-. Built around the ever-evolving needs of guests, Our portfolio is an undisputed choice for the hospitality industry.".

Sustainable AV Developments

In line with Seatrade's commitment to promote the sustainability in the cruise industry, PPDS has developed pioneering audiovisual products in this regard. These include the Philips Tableaux zero-consumption ePaper display, as well as the advancement of its dvLed and LCD visual systems, including the Signage Series 3000 EcoDesign, that consume less than half the energy of their direct competition, without compromising the quality of the equipment.

This sustainable commitment has led to PPDS and its Philips Professional Displays being recognised with numerous awards in recent years. In addition, aligns with Seatrade Cruise Global in its support of Mercy Ships, The international charity that operates the Hospital Ships largest non-governmental organizations in the world, in which their Monitors are used for the Care and diagnosis of patients.

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