Nilesat to deploy Hughes satellite system for MENA broadband
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GERMANTOWN, Md. – Hughes Network Systems, LLC (NASDAQ:SATS), a global broadband equipment and services company, has struck a deal with Nilesat, a prominent satellite operator in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), to enhance broadband connectivity in the region. Nilesat will incorporate the Hughes JUPITER™ System Gateway along with JUPITER terminals into its Nilesat 301 satellite, with plans to start the process in the second quarter and conclude it by the end of the third quarter of 2024.
Major General Sameh Katta, Chairman and CEO of Nilesat, expressed confidence in the Hughes JUPITER System’s ability to deliver the efficiency, reliability, and high performance that are key to providing top-notch service to their subscribers.
The Hughes JUPITER System is recognized as the industry standard for satellite connectivity, distinguished by its software-defined satellite networking and dynamic in route reconfiguration, which are designed to optimize efficiency.
This collaboration is expected to provide internet access to underserved rural areas in the MENA region, addressing a growing demand for internet services. The JUPITER technology’s latest advancements include a “system on a chip” in each user terminal, facilitating increased speeds and support for diverse services.
Nilesat, established in 1996, operates multiple geosynchronous communications satellites positioned at 7 degrees West, broadcasting over 700 services. The company is dedicated to fulfilling customer needs and delivering a superior experience.
Hughes Network Systems, an EchoStar company, is known for its HughesNet® internet service, which connects millions in the Americas. The JUPITER System powers internet access for tens of millions globally, and Hughes dominates the global satellite terminal market, serving satellite operators, mobile network operators, and military customers.
This strategic initiative is based on a press release statement and aims to expand broadband access in the MENA region, leveraging Hughes’ technology to meet the growing connectivity needs.
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