[SatNews] BlueTide Communications Corporation (BlueTide) announced it will be the KNS, Inc. (KNS) “master distributor” of full service installation and support to the North American market.

The BlueTide Network, powered by Hughes Network Systems, offers industrial-grade high speed Internet access, voice, private back hauls and video, coupled with cutting edge KNS VSAT and TVRO antennas, and will provide North American customers with access to full service, turnkey solutions for the offshore, commercial shipping, oil and gas and leisure maritime markets. With a complete inventory of KNS antennas and parts, BlueTide will be able to compress delivery times by avoiding shipping and customs’ delays related to overseas manufacturing and exporting.

Over the past few years, KNS has seen steady growth in the U.S. market and considers the Louisiana Gulf Coast to be the third largest region behind Europe and Asia. In support of market expansion, KNS has invested in significant training of BlueTide engineers and technicians, ensuring efficient and higher quality installations and service. BlueTide Managing Director Emil Regard said, “Having local inventory reduces time-to-market and allows us to be extremely responsive to customer and dealer needs. With real-time access to a broad inventory, KNS can provide swift and detailed technical support as well as quick access to spare parts when needed.”

The KNS infosite is located at http://www.kns-kr.com/

BlueTide Communications info is available at http://www.bluetidecomm.com/