Aiming to implement secure, reliable satellite connectivity across its energy management operations, Dallas-based Hunt Energy has inked an agreement with Amazon Leo—the low Earth orbit constellation of broadband satellites formerly known as Project Kuiper before its rebranding last week.
Hunt Energy said the collaboration will enable it to digitize and modernize operations, even in the most remote environments around the world, “significantly improving operational efficiency and security.”
In addition, Hunt said it’s introducing a new division called Skyward “to empower others with strong and reliable connectivity.”
Hunter Hunt, CEO of Hunt Energy and board chairman of Skyward, said Hunt “sees multiple use cases for Amazon Leo services to connect worksites and people to improve efficiency and simplify processes.”
“Hunt will deploy Amazon Leo solutions across its multiple business units and divisions to transform how we operate,” the CEO added in a statement.
What Amazon Leo does for Hunt
Photo: Amazon
By implementing Amazon Leo’s satellite technology, Hunt says it will establish truly private, secure connectivity across its operations, strengthening its critical infrastructure securely while improving data collection capabilities from remote assets. Besides transforming Hunt’s operational capabilities, the move will also improve the company’s connectivity reliability and enable real-time monitoring and analytics, Hunt said.
Chris Weber, VP of Enterprise and Consumer Business at Amazon Leo, said his company created the satellite constellation “to connect areas that have traditionally been difficult to reach, and we’ve designed the system with the performance, security and reliability to meet the needs of business customers across a wide range of industries.”
“Hunt Energy is one of the first energy customers to adopt Amazon Leo and begin testing the network, and we look forward to seeing how the network can improve efficiency across their operations,” Weber added in a statement.
Hunt’s vision for Skyward
The Skyward team, left to right: Josh Duttlinger, Michael Riley, Connor Martin, Eddie Carrizales, Andy Hollingsworth, Elizabeth Smith, Mike Young, Justin Green, Kevin Rex, and Jake Pryor [Photo: Skyward]
Hunt said Skyward is part of its vision to create “seamless digital experiences” for its customers. The new division offers a range of products and services, including the integration of advanced security tools to protect customer data and networks, power solutions to extend possibilities in remote areas, and managed services for automation and simplification of the installation and operation of connectivity solutions.
“Customers want seamless digital experiences, and Skyward will deliver world-class services,” Skyward President Justin Green said in a statement. “We will help customers reimagine and implement the way they connect their people and devices, improve operations, solve business challenges, and create new opportunities.”
Skyward solutions
Hunt said solutions offered by Skyward include integrated edge solutions, including battery and solar power, mounts and protectors for terminals, video management systems and cameras, and integrated networking and security software and hardware.
Skyward will also provide customers network monitoring services to manage the risk of outages and accelerate resolution, including automation and AI capabilities, Hunt said. Support plans will be available to ensure customers have access to critical issue resolution 24/7.
Field support will be provided as well, including site planning, field support, installation, and implementation services.
Skyward will provide architecture and security services to ensure that enterprise-grade solutions are compliant with regulated industries, performant, and well- architected for security, Hunt said.
Skyward will also deliver comprehensive telecommunication services including support, vendor management, and sourcing options to ensure the correct technology and providers are accessible for specific connectivity needs.
Cloud and data center integration will be a key part of Skyward’s offering. The new division will integrate various edge solutions and data centers, the company said, utilizing secure connectivity options.
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