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Hughes increases Internet access in Colombia with new Hughesnet
Hughes Network Systems has announced its new Hughesnet highspeed satellite Internet plans for customers in Colombia .
These plans leverage the capacity of Hughes ’ new JUPITER 3 satellite to deliver greater coverage and a better user experience .
Focusing on the needs of rural customers , the company will offer more data at better prices for consumers and small and mediumsized businesses , improving access to the service for those living far from urban areas .
demand in the region , with more data and a better user experience .
“ Considering that today there are approximately 72 million people living in rural areas of Latin America without access to the Internet , JUPITER 3 will allow governments to achieve the goals set to connect those who currently do not have the service ,” said Valverde .
“ We listen to the needs of the market and change to continue positively impacting the social and economic development of the region by providing more accessible , better quality connectivity ,” said Benjamín Valverde , General Manager Consumer for Latam at Hughes .
This evolution is leveraged by of JUPITER 3 , an ultra-high-density satellite featuring more than 300 spot beams that help relieve congestion and a dedicated fiber backbone that helps reduce latency and features AI to automatically reroute traffic around congestion .
“ JUPITER 3 is pushing the boundaries of possibility , providing the necessary capacity to respond to the exponential growth of Internet
LATAM Airlines partners with Trip . com over NDC technology
LATAM Airlines has signed an NDC agreement with Trip . com to provide a contemporary and streamlined ticketing experience for global travellers .
The agreement pitches ‘ unparalleled connectivity ’ to over 144 destinations covered by LATAM Airlines .
AnDreas Schek , Vice President of Sales and Branding of LATAM Airlines Group , said : “ We are proud of this collaboration with Trip . com Group on the implementation of the NDC standard , as it allows us to explore ways to enhance its efficiency further . This is a significant milestone in the future of distribution that will benefit our global customers .”
The key benefit of this agreement is the adoption of NDC standard technology offering .
Juan Villanova , Sales Manager of Trip . com for Spain and Latin America , said : “ With this tech solution , our passengers will have access to an improved and more competitive selection of flights and products .”
The agreement will include integrating a shopping engine for ticket sales via some of Trip . com Group ’ s leading brands , offering a cost advantage to both suppliers and customers .
The technology gives customers access to a complete and more comprehensive selection of airline offerings and the option to buy additional products , services and add-ons such as baggage allowance and seats .
( Left to right ) Juan Villanova , Trip . com Airlines Director Spain , Benelux & Latin America , Thibaud Morand , LATAM Airlines General Manager of Europe , AnDreas Schek , LATAM Airlines Global Sales Vice President and Henk van der Velde , Trip . com – Regional Director of Southern Europe & Benelux , Latin America & Africa
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