HughesNet Launches in Mexico April 21, 2020 HughesNet , Company News , Connecting the Unconnected false Latest Step in World’s Largest Satellite Service Footprint Across the Americas The October launch of HughesNet® in Mexico marks a major step in the expansion across the Americas of the world’s largest high-speed satellite service footprint— building on its reach across the United States, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. “We are proud to introduce HughesNet to Mexico, helping connect the unconnected throughout the country so people can enjoy the many social, economic, and educational benefits of quality, high-speed Internet access,” said Pradman Kaul, president of Hughes. There is a great need for high-speed Internet in Mexico, especially in rural areas. According to Freedom on the Net 2018 – Mexico, Internet penetration in rural communities is only 14%, compared to 86% in urban areas. With the launch of HughesNet in Mexico, approximately 95% of the population will have access to fast, reliable Internet service—no matter where they live or work. HughesNet in Mexico offers speeds of 25 Mbps for downloads and 3 Mbps for uploads. Plus, built-in Wi-Fi is included so customers can connect their various handhelds, computer devices, and Internet TVs to the service. With HughesNet, customers can browse the web, watch movies, send and receive email, enjoy social media, conduct online banking, and more; Customer Care is available around the clock. “Now, with the launch of HughesNet, everyone across the country can enjoy the fast, reliable Internet service used by more than 1.4 million customers throughout the Americas,” said Vinod Shukla, Chairman, HNS de Mexico S.A. de C.V. “In Mexico— even in areas where fiber and cable services are not available—Internet access is now possible through HughesNet.” The launch of HughesNet in Mexico follows Hughes success over many years in partnering with the Star Group/StarGo to deliver commercial enterprise services throughout Mexico. Categories See All Connecting the Unconnected (34) Satellite is Essential (33) Company News (32) JUPITER System (27) HughesNet (23) HughesON Managed Networks (16) SD-WAN (15) Community Wi-Fi (13) Interoperability (10) Cellular Backhaul (10) Emergency Communications (9) Mobility (7) HughesON Digital Signage (1) Popular Blogs Mega-constellations, Multi-transport Networks and Managing the Hybrid, Connected FutureOct 27, 2020 Preparing the Airline Industry for What’s NextNov 20, 2020 Connecting the Most Remote Villages in IndiaNov 27, 2020 Takeaways from 2020Dec 8, 2020 Related Posts See All Connecting the Most Remote Villages in India November 27, 2020 Mega-constellations, Multi-transport Networks and Managing the Hybrid, Connected Future October 27, 2020 A Call for Spectrum Reform: An Issue We Can All Stand Behind Jennifer A. Manner, Senior Vice President, Regulatory Affairs October 13, 2020 The Simple Solution for Digital Inclusion September 29, 2020 Hughes Helps Accelerate Rural Connectivity Across Colombia September 24, 2020 ENJOY THIS POST? Provide your email below to receive a monthly round-up of what’s happening in the world of connectivity! First Name Last Name Email Company Campaign ID CAPTCHA This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.