RSCC and Hughes Sign Technology Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding
May 14, 2012
Russian Satellite Communications Company (RSCC), and Hughes Network Systems, LLC (Hughes), signed a technology cooperation memorandum of understanding (MOU) under which the companies will explore the development of multi-media video and broadband Internet services via RSCC satellites in RussiaRSCC expects to apply the experience gained by Hughes, the U.S. market leader in high-speed satellite Internet services, to the development and management of satellite communications networks in Russia. RSCC is furthermore willing to consider providing Hughes with the necessary ground and space infrastructure at RSCC's Space Communication Centres to conduct testing and develop new solutions.
Hughes, in turn, will thoroughly examine the possibility of deploying its research and production capabilities on Russian territory in the immediate vicinity of one of RSCC's Space Communication Centres. RSCC and Hughes expect to develop in the following year a full-scale partnership cooperation program that would offer cost-effective solutions for public and private entities interested in multiple-system services.
"We are happy to expand cooperation with Hughes," said Yuri Prokhorov, the RSCC Director General. "RSCC seeks to implement state-of-the-art technological solutions and innovative practices in the global satellite communications market, and Hughes brings unique technology and market experience in addition to that of other RSCC industry partners from abroad. "
"The Russian market is growing rapidly and is strategically important to Hughes," commented Arunas Slekys, vice president and GM, Russia/CIS, Hughes. "We look forward to working with RSCC in exploring new value-added broadband data and video solutions in Russia, leveraging the complementary experience of both companies in satellite technologies and service delivery."
