Gilat Satellite Networks continues to expand the next-generation satellite ground segment portfolio with the SkyEdge IV System, a multi-orbit, multi-market, software-defined platform engineered to support the evolving requirements of high-throughput and software-defined satellite networks. Designed to address the operational demands of GEO, MEO and LEO constellations, SkyEdge IV provides scalable, cloud-enabled infrastructure for service providers, mobile network operators and government customers worldwide. As satellite operators transition toward software-defined payloads and highly concentrated spot beam architectures, ground segment systems must deliver higher throughput, lower latency,and increased network flexibility. SkyEdge IV is purpose-built to meet these demands, offering a unified platform capable of managing complex, high-capacity satellite networks across multiple orbital regimes.
SkyEdge IV is developed to support next-generation software-defined satellites deployed across multiple orbits. The system is optimized for Very High Throughput Satellite (VHTS) architectures, enabling efficient management of thousands of concentrated spot beams and dynamic capacity allocation designed to specific customer needs. The software-defined design enables operators to adjust network configurations, bandwidth allocation and service parameters in real time. This flexibility allows service providers to adapt to shifting traffic patterns, enterprise requirements and mobility demands without requiring major hardware changes.
The SkyEdge IV System provides cloud technologies to maximize operational efficiency and network agility. By supporting virtualized network functions and open platform interfaces, the system enables streamlined lifecycle management, orchestration and integration with third-party systems. Open APIs and modular software components allow operators to deploy SkyEdge IV in centralized data centers, distributed cloud environments or hybrid infrastructures. This architecture supports rapid service deployment, simplified upgrades and automation of network management processes. SkyEdge IV is engineered with a flexible and scalable architecture capable of supporting networks of any size from regional deployments to large-scale global constellations. The platform offers high-density capabilities within a compact physical footprint, optimizing space utilization in teleports and data centers. The modular hub design allows operators to scale capacity incrementally, adding processing power and bandwidth resources as network demand grows. This scalability ensures efficient capital investment while maintaining the ability to expand network coverage and throughput.
The system supports a broad range of applications across fixed broadband, enterprise networking, cellular backhaul, maritime, aviation and land mobility markets. Advanced traffic management, Quality of Service (QoS) controls and adaptive coding and modulation (ACM) techniques enhance link efficiency and service reliability. SkyEdge IV enables seamless operation across fixed and mobile terminals, ensuring consistent connectivity performance in both stationary and on-the-move scenarios. This multi-market capability allows service providers to address diverse customer segments using a unified ground segment platform. Complementing the SkyEdge IV hub infrastructure is the SkyEdge IV Aquarius Family of VSAT modems. These modems are optimized for specific market segments, offering configurations designed to enterprise connectivity, broadband access, mobility services and cellular backhaul. The Aquarius modems are designed to deliver high throughput, low latency and efficient spectrum utilization while supporting advanced network features inherent to the SkyEdge IV platform. Their compact form factor and software-defined capabilities enable flexible deployment across diverse network topologies.
SkyEdge IV provides backward compatibility with SkyEdge II-c VSAT terminals, allowing operators to protect existing investments while transitioning to next-generation infrastructure. The system supports unified management for both SkyEdge IV and SkyEdge II-c networks, simplifying operational oversight during technology upgrades. This compatibility ensures a smooth migration path and enabling service providers to gradually adopt new capabilities without disrupting ongoing services or requiring large-scale terminal replacement. As satellite communications evolve toward multi-orbit constellations and digitally reconfigurable payloads, ground segment infrastructure plays a critical role in overall network performance. SkyEdge IV positions Gilat Satellite Networks to support these advancements with a unified, software-driven platform designed for capacity-intensive and mission-critical applications. Through a combination of cloud integration, scalable architecture and diverse market-optimized modem solutions, the SkyEdge IV System enables operators to manage complex satellite networks efficiently.
About Gilat Satellite Networks
Gilat Satellite Networks is a provider of satellite networking technology, equipment and managed services for broadband connectivity worldwide. Headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel, Gilat delivers satellite ground segment solutions that support fixed and mobility applications across enterprise, telecom, government, defense and service provider markets. The company’s portfolio includes Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) platforms, satellite hubs, modems, on-the-move and in-flight connectivity solutions, as well as managed network services. Gilat’s technologies support multi-orbit operations, including GEO, MEO and LEO satellite systems, enabling broadband access in rural and remote areas, cellular backhaul, enterprise networking and mobility connectivity for aviation and maritime sectors. With decades of operational experience in satellite communications, Gilat Satellite Networks develops and integrates ground segment infrastructure designed to deliver scalable, secure and efficient satellite-based connectivity solutions.
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