Hughes Network Systems (HNS)

Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HNS) is the world's leading provider of broadband satellite network solutions for businesses and consumers, with more than 800,000 systems ordered or shipped to customers in 85 countries. HNS pioneered the development of high-speed satellite Internet access services and IP-based networks, which it markets globally under the DIRECWAY brand. DIRECWAY terminals are based on the IPoS (IP over Satellite) global standard, approved by both TIA and ETSI standards organisations.

As the world leader of satellite networking, HNS provides satellite communications system for operators around the world. With over 200 systems operational worldwide, they provide the infrastructure on which many of the world's credit card transactions, bank transactions, and car purchases are conducted.