Hughes Network Systems introduces transportable LEO terminals

Hughes Network Systems released a new family of rugged, transportable cases for its LEO Constellation (Low Earth Orbit) (LEO) terminals to support rapid field connectivity and immediate broadband access in mobile and temporary operations.

The company said the portable systems addressed operational needs for plug-and-play setup in disaster response, remote operations, and business continuity. The announcement listed emergency response, disaster preparedness, upstream oil and gas exploration, and Cell on Wheels as primary use cases, and noted capabilities for rapid deployment where terrestrial networks were not available.

The terminals were certified for Comms-on-the-Pause service and provided broadband connectivity via Eutelsat's OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network. Hughes described single- and dual-panel configurations and said the Electronically Steerable Antenna terminals came in IP67-rated pop-up cases built by C-COM Satellite Systems with crushproof construction, steel latches, and recessed wheels for transport.

The new product family was made available as transportable, ruggedized cases designed for rapid setup and prolonged field use; Hughes presented the units as plug-and-play to support mobile teams operating in temporary environments and harsh conditions.

“Every moment without connectivity in the field is a moment of risk—whether that's lost revenue, delayed response, or compromised safety,” said Royce Hernandez, Vice President of Mobility Products at Hughes. “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 said it looked forward to supporting the deployment of these terminals across key sectors and regions.