Tuesday, May 28, 2024 Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), a subsidiary of EchoStar company has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to serve as a managed service provider (MSP) for Airbus’ HBCplus catalogue, catering to airlines. “Reinventing IFEC is not just a goal; it’s our mission,” stated Reza Rasoulian , Senior Vice President of the Aviation Business Unit at Hughes. “Our collaboration with Airbus demonstrates our commitment to delivering high-speed, reliable, and uninterrupted connectivity to airlines and their passengers across the globe.
This partnership is a testament to our ongoing efforts to provide airlines with access to top-tier connectivity, underpinned by the Hughes cutting-edge network management and service provisioning.” As both companies aim to offer airlines the necessary flexibility for unlocking the potential of In-Flight Connectivity, the partnership between Airbus and Hughes signifies a blend of innovation and expertise. This Memorandum of Understanding marks Hughes’ initial step towards integration into Airbus’ network of Managed Service Providers (MSPs) as a Ka-band provider, expanding Hughes’ In-Flight Connectivity services to Airbus aircraft.
Additionally, Hughes and Airbus are actively exploring opportunities for other connectivity architectures and services, including those related to Ku-band provision..