# Hughes acquires Anderson Connectivity

Hughes Network Systems, an EchoStar company, has acquired Anderson Connectivity, an aerospace innovator based in Melbourne, Florida. The acquisition expands Hughes' capabilities in aviation, space, and defense markets, and includes Anderson Connectivity's Melbourne facility.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2025-10-22
- Where: Melbourne, Florida, United States
- Status: completed
- Products: aerospace design, engineering, and manufacturing services
- Sectors: [Aerospace Components](https://endata.com/sectors/aerospace-components.md)

## Companies

- [EchoStar](https://endata.com/companies/26202.md) (investor)
- [Hughes Network Systems](https://endata.com/companies/26233.md) (acquirer)
- [Anderson Connectivity](https://endata.com/companies/87995.md) (target)

## Sources

- [hughes.com](https://www.hughes.com/resources/press-releases/hughes-expands-aviation-space-and-defense-expertise-strategic-acquisition), 2025-10-22: "This acquisition significantly expands Hughes capabilities, adding key technology & engineering talent and product solutions."

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