Case Study: Madagascar's Largest Telecommunications Carrier expands rural wireless connectivity with Hughes satellite networking

Madagascar's Largest Telecommunications Carrier extends rural wireless connectivity with Hughes in just days

The customer, Madagascar's largest telecommunications carrier, faced the significant challenge of connecting rural and remote areas of the country where terrestrial backhaul was prohibitively expensive, leaving millions without reliable communication services. To bridge this digital divide and expand its cellular network, the carrier partnered with Hughes Network Systems, initially installing the Hughes HN System and later the HX System for backhaul.

Hughes implemented a high-performance satellite networking solution using its HN and HX platforms to backhaul the carrier's GSM and CDMA cellular base stations. This solution provided a robust, reliable, and cost-effective infrastructure that was quickly deployable even in hard-to-reach areas. For the customer, Hughes technology enabled the rapid expansion of wireless services, ensured superior connectivity with low latency, and offered significant cost savings compared to terrestrial alternatives, ultimately helping to connect previously unserved citizens across Madagascar.