Gilat Satellite Networks, Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel, has emerged as a global leader in satellite-based broadband communication systems. With over three decades of industry expertise, Gilat specializes in designing and delivering end-to-end satellite connectivity solutions for government, commercial, defense, and mobility markets. The company’s robust technology portfolio supports diverse sectors from 5G backhaul and in-flight connectivity to military communications and satcom-on-the-move (SOTM). Gilat maintains strategic partnerships with telecommunications providers, satellite operators, and defense agencies worldwide, supporting its role as a major force in the evolving space communication ecosystem.

Technology & Innovation

Gilat's innovation is rooted in a broad range of software-defined, cloud-native, and scalable technologies. A highlight of its offering is the SkyEdge IV VSAT platform, engineered to support multi-orbit, multi-band satellite constellations and ultra-high-throughput applications. The platform is designed to address the increasing bandwidth demands of NGSO and GEO satellite networks, enabling seamless integration with terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks (NTNs). Gilat’s focus on cloud virtualization allows operators to dynamically scale their services, reduce costs, and deploy faster.

Another major technological differentiator is Gilat's work in 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (5G-NTN). Through its innovative 5G NTN integration, Gilat enables true convergence between satellite and terrestrial 5G networks. The company is also pushing the boundaries with its ESA-PAA (Electronically Steered Antenna – Phased Array Antenna) technology, enabling efficient satellite connectivity for mobile platforms, including land vehicles, maritime vessels and aircraft.

The company’s patented SpacEdge technology offers unprecedented acceleration and optimization for data transmission across vast distances, critical for defense and mobility users. Gilat continues to invest in R&D partnerships with national agencies and private space firms, ensuring its solutions has reliability, latency and throughput.

Products & Services

Gilat’s product line spans an impressive array of satellite connectivity solutions. Their cellular backhaul systems are widely deployed to extend 4G and 5G networks into remote and rural areas using satellite infrastructure. This is particularly transformative in emerging markets and disaster recovery zones where terrestrial networks are limited or non-existent. In the defense sector, Gilat’s Military Satellite Network solutions ensure secure, resilient, and mobile communications for armed forces. These solutions are based on ruggedized terminals and advanced waveforms suited for mission-critical operations. Their Satcom-on-the-Move (SOTM) systems provide high-speed connectivity for vehicles, ships, and airborne platforms key for ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) missions.

The company's mobility terminals, including electronically steered antennas, enable uninterrupted communication on fast-moving platforms. Gilat’s SCPC modems are also widely used for high-throughput, point-to-point satellite links in enterprise and government networks. Its flagship platforms SkyEdge II-c and SkyEdge IV, serve as scalable, software-defined solutions that support verticals ranging from in-flight broadband to maritime operations. These platforms enhance flexibility, allowing satellite operators and telcos to maximize bandwidth efficiency and ensure low-latency connectivity.

Recent Developments & Achievements

Gilat recently secured multi-million-dollar contracts from top-tier satellite operators and national telecom agencies to deploy 4G/5G satellite backhaul in Latin America, Asia, and Africa. These contracts reflect growing demand for Gilat’s SkyEdge platforms and SOTM terminals. Gilat is actively supporting LEO constellation providers with its adaptable technology stack and is expected to play a key role in the commercial rollout of next-generation satellite networks.  

The company also introduced Cloud-based Network Function Virtualization (NFV) capabilities, bringing enterprise-grade scalability and security to satellite operators. Gilat has been recognized with industry awards for innovation in satellite mobility and defense communications and has played an active role in shaping global satellite standards through its involvement in industry consortiums.

Gilat is set to strengthen its position in the NewSpace economy, with plans to support multi-orbit satellite architectures, 5G NTN expansion, and advanced antenna system development. The company aims to further integrate AI and machine learning into its network orchestration tools to enhance performance monitoring and predictive maintenance. 

With its focus on innovation and scalability, Gilat is composed to play a major role in building the next generation of global satellite communication infrastructure. Gilat Satellite Networks remains at the forefront of satellite-based broadband innovation. Its deep technology stack, proven platforms, and industry-wide collaborations position it as a key enabler in the transformation of global communication.

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