The Perfect Storm - Production Kubernetes Running on Ocean Vessels

Explore a conference talk that delves into the innovative deployment of Kubernetes on ocean vessels for a Global F500 shipping company. Learn how edge computing is transforming the shipping and logistics industry through a unique case study of implementing a Kubernetes-based packet core application for connected device strategy. Discover the distinct challenges of running Kubernetes clusters at sea, including managing thousands of 3-node clusters, dealing with intermittent connectivity, addressing security concerns, and coordinating with remote IT resources. Gain insights into the scalable architecture solution developed for the entire fleet and understand the role of EVE (developed within LF Edge from the Linux Foundation) in providing robust infrastructure for edge Kubernetes deployments. Examine how EVE addresses critical requirements in security, autonomy, and resource management for compute resources operating outside traditional data centers.