Pioneering satellite company lauded for
achievements in space and on the ground; also receives Universal
Connectivity Award from Euroconsult for effort to close the digital
divide
GERMANTOWN, Md., Sept. 15,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 14 at World Satellite Business Week,
Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), an innovator in
satellite and multi-transport technologies and networks, was
awarded the Quarter Century of Excellence Award by GVF, the global
non-profit association that represents the satellite industry
ecosystem. The first-of-its-kind accolade acknowledges Hughes as
the company whose advances have had the greatest beneficial impact
on society, the telecommunications industry and the company's own
profitability. Also, during World Satellite Business Week,
Euroconsult, which hosts the annual industry event, recognized
Hughes and its partners with an Excellence in Universal
Connectivity Award for helping to bridge the digital divide in
Mexico.
"All of us at Hughes are honored by these recognitions that
celebrate our long history of innovation, acknowledge our
commitment to connecting the unconnected, and reflect the
incredible talent and ingenuity of our employees," said
Pradman Kaul, president and CEO,
Hughes.
"Hughes has been a driving force in the evolution of satellite
and telecommunications since before GVF's inception 25 years ago
and continues to develop innovative technologies, services and
partnerships that advance the industry," said David Meltzer, Secretary General, GVF. "On
behalf of our membership, GVF is honored to present Hughes with the
Quarter Century of Excellence Award."
The Excellence in Universal Connectivity Award was presented to
Hughes, Stargroup, APCO Networks (Aitelecom), Eutelsat, Axess
Networks and Globalsat for their combined effort to connect 7,200
Community Wi-Fi and internet access sites across Mexico as part of the Comisión Federal de
Electricidad (CFE) Telecomunicaciones e Internet para Todos
initiative. Each partner selected the Hughes JUPITER™ System
platform to enable the satellite-powered internet services.
"The work of organizations like Hughes, APCO Networks,
Stargroup, Eutelsat, Axess Networks, Globalsat and CFE to bring
connectivity everywhere is essential to helping bridge the digital
divide," said Pacôme Révillon, CEO, Euroconsult. "This project in
Mexico exemplifies the multiplier
effect of ecosystem collaboration in the spirit of global
connectivity – a mission that inspires so many in our industry and
beyond."
Hughes has been a pioneer in the satellite industry for more
than 50 years. The company's seminal contributions include the
commercialization of the Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) that
makes satellite broadband possible; the launch of
HughesNet®, the leading satellite internet service; and
the development of the JUPITER System ground platform, the de
facto standard for satellite broadband implementations
worldwide. Today, Hughes continues to pioneer satellite innovation
with low Earth orbit (LEO) ground system engineering for OneWeb; 5G
network backhaul and integration; and the upcoming JUPITER 3
ultra-high density satellite, slated to launch in 2023.
"We extend our thanks to GVF and Euroconsult and to all the
nominees to our thriving industry – many of whom are also our
customers and partners," added Mr. Kaul. "We are even more excited
looking ahead to the next quarter of a century, as we continue to
innovate vital technologies and services that will power the
networks that connect people everywhere, well into the future."
About Hughes Network Systems
Hughes Network Systems,
LLC (HUGHES), an innovator in satellite and multi-transport
technologies and networks for 50 years, provides broadband
equipment and services; managed services featuring smart,
software-defined networking; and end-to-end network operation for
millions of consumers, businesses, governments and communities
worldwide. The Hughes flagship internet service,
HughesNet®, connects millions of people across the
Americas, and the Hughes JUPITER™ System powers internet access for
tens of millions more worldwide. Hughes supplies more than half the
global satellite terminal market to leading satellite operators,
in-flight service providers, mobile network operators and military
customers. A managed network services provider, Hughes supports
nearly 500,000 enterprise sites with its HughesON™ portfolio of
wired and wireless solutions. Headquartered in Germantown, Maryland, USA, Hughes is owned by
EchoStar. To learn more, visit www.hughes.com or follow
HughesConnects on Twitter and LinkedIn.
About EchoStar
EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is
a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions.
Headquartered in Englewood, Colo.,
and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in
secure communications technologies through its Hughes Network
Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more
information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.
About Euroconsult Group
The Euroconsult Group is the
leading global strategy consulting and market intelligence firm
specialized in the space sector and satellite enabled verticals.
Privately owned and fully independent, we have over thirty years of
experience providing first-class strategic consulting, developing
comprehensive market intelligence programs, organizing
executive-level annual summits and training programs for the
satellite industry. We accompany private companies and government
entities in strategic decision making, providing end-to-end
consulting services, from project strategy definition to
implementation, bringing data-led perspectives on the most critical
issues. We help our clients understand their business environment
and provide them with the tools they need to make informed
decisions and develop their business. The Euroconsult Group is
trusted by 600 clients in over 50 countries and is headquartered in
France, with offices in the U.S.,
Canada, Japan, Singapore, and Australia. For more details, visit
euroconsult-ec.com.
About GVF
Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2022 as
the sole global non-profit association of the satellite industry
with members from the entire ecosystem, GVF has throughout its
history brought together organizations from around the world
representing operators, manufacturers, service providers,
innovators and other parts of the satellite ecosystem that are
engaged in the development and delivery of satellite technologies
and services for consumers, commercial and government organizations
worldwide. GVF facilitates expanded access to satellite-based
connectivity solutions, through regulatory, policy and spectrum
advocacy; training and certification; product quality assurance;
and collaboration with user groups and other satellite
stakeholders.
©2022 Hughes Network Systems, LLC, an EchoStar company. Hughes
and HughesNet are registered trademarks and JUPITER is a trademark
of Hughes Network Systems, LLC.
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