Hughes Launches Ruggedized Transportable Terminals for Quick Connectivity Solutions
Hughes Network Systems, a subsidiary of EchoStar, has recently introduced a new line of transportable Low Earth Orbit (LEO) terminals, aimed at providing immediate broadband connectivity in various challenging scenarios. These innovative terminals are designed with a ruggedized case, allowing for quick deployment and enabling crucial communication in disaster response, remote operations, and other critical situations.
What's New?
The newly launched terminals, certified for Comms-on-the-Pause (COTP) services, are constructed with both durability and ease of use in mind. Featuring IP67-rated pop-up cases, they can withstand harsh conditions while maintaining functionality. Built by C-COM Satellite Systems, these cases are crushproof, equipped with steel latches, and have recessed wheels for easy transportation. This robust design ensures that teams can set up the terminals quickly, allowing them to focus on their mission rather than technical challenges.
Key Features and Advantages
Hughes’s LEO terminals come in single and dual panel configurations, making them adaptable to various operational needs. Here are some of the primary contexts in which these terminals excel:
- - Emergency Response: First responders, as well as federal, state, and local agencies, can swiftly deploy the terminals in the aftermath of natural disasters like hurricanes, floods, or wildfires. This capability supports ongoing operations in locations where traditional terrestrial communications may be compromised or unavailable.
- - Disaster Preparedness: Organizations can strategically pre-stage these satellite kits at high-risk sites ahead of impending natural disasters. This preemptive measure ensures that backup connectivity is ready before disaster strikes, significantly enhancing an organization's resilience.
- - Upstream Oil and Gas Exploration: Land-based rigs that frequently relocate can maintain consistent internet connectivity for field operations, data transfer, and crew communications even in the remotest areas.
- - Cell on Wheels (COWs): Telecommunications companies can leverage satellite connectivity through COWs or network trailers during significant events, outages, or as part of network upgrades and expansions, ensuring uninterrupted service for users.
A Word from Hughes
Royce Hernandez, Vice President of Mobility Products at Hughes, highlighted the importance of constant connectivity, stating, "Every moment without connectivity in the field is a moment of risk—whether that's lost revenue, delayed response, or compromised safety. We designed our ESA terminals for the real world where communications need to be up fast, perform in rugged environments, and move when you do. Our customers know that Hughes delivers when it matters most."
Eutelsat's Vice President for Commercial, Filipe de Oliveira, added, "The certification of Hughes ESA terminals for Comms-on-the-Pause services expands the connectivity options we can offer our customers. These portable, rapidly deployable solutions, paired with our Comms-on-the-Pause airtime services, ensure reliable communications in dynamic and remote environments."
Conclusion
Hughes Network Systems’ transportation terminals reflect a significant leap forward in ensuring rapid connectivity solutions during critical operations. The focus on rugged design and ease of deployment will greatly benefit organizations that require stable communication channels in high-stress environments. For more information about Hughes ESA terminals, interested parties can visit
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