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[Via Satellite 09-11-13] SES and Hughes Network Systems have entered a multi-year, multi-transponder satellite capacity and infrastructure deal to connect airline passengers on trans-Atlantic flights with Row 44’s inflight connectivity and entertainment services.

As part of the agreement, Hughes is providing critical ground transport infrastructure and SES is delivering Ku-band capacity aboard its SES 6 satellite plus teleport support from Betzdorf, Luxembourg to enable seamless and reliable coverage over the North Atlantic. Both Hughes and global satellite operator SES are well positioned to enable Row 44 to further expand its popular inflight broadband and entertainment services around the world.

“The SES-Hughes partnership is aimed squarely at putting high-powered connectivity where it’s needed on the go,” said Elias Zaccack, senior vice president of the Americas region for SES.