Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. is a global provider of satellite-based broadband communications, delivering technology solutions for satellite, ground, and new space connectivity. They offer end-to-end solutions and services, including cloud-based platforms, satellite terminals, SOTM antennas, SSPAs, and BUCs, supporting multi-orbit constellations, VHTS, and SDS. Gilat partners with satellite operators, service providers, and MNOs, serving commercial and defense markets. Keywords associated with Gilat are satellite communications, broadband, ground systems, and connectivity solutions.
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Gilat is prioritizing mergers and acquisitions focused on defense-related capabilities that complement its existing strengths.
Gilat expects to pass Boeing certification for the Sidewinder antenna in the first half of 2026 and to start Boeing deliveries in the third quarter of 2026.
Gilat completed the acquisition of Stellar Blu in mid-2025.
Gilat positions the Sidewinder ESA portfolio as part of a multi-orbit strategy spanning GEO and LEO systems to serve commercial and defense aviation customers.
Gilat Satellite Networks together with subsidiaries Gilat Wavestream, Gilat DataPath, and Gilat Stellar Blu offers integrated satellite communications solutions across multiple platforms.
Gilat's wider portfolio also includes ground systems and related services for mobility, cellular backhaul, enterprise, government, and critical infrastructure markets.
Gilat's integrated satellite communications solutions support very high throughput satellites, software-defined satellites, and satellite-on-the-move applications.
Gilat aims to capture a larger share of the inflight connectivity market as airlines refresh cabin connectivity and adopt multi-orbit satellite architectures.
Gilat's aviation offerings are part of a wider portfolio that includes software-defined platforms and modems, high-performance satellite terminals, solid-state power amplifiers, and block upconverters.
Ron Levin is President of Gilat Commercial Division.
The latest Sidewinder order adds to Gilat's recent business wins in mobility and broadband infrastructure.
Gilat received more than $60 million in Sidewinder orders last year for delivery over the following year.
The Sidewinder terminals ordered by Gilat are set to be delivered within six months.
Stellar Blu developed the Sidewinder terminal prior to becoming part of Gilat Satellite Networks.
Ron Levin is President of Gilat’s Commercial Division.
On Jan. 27, Gilat Satellite Networks received a multimillion-dollar order from a large avionics company for Sidewinder terminals for in-flight connectivity.
Gilat will deploy the SkyEdge platform to deliver services over Very High Throughput Satellites supporting multiple applications.
The order reinforces Gilat’s leadership position to support growing global demand for ground systems capable of supporting next-generation VHTS satellites and a wide range of commercial applications.
Gilat Satellite Networks Commercial Division received a contract valued at approximately $11 million for its SkyEdge platform.
Ron Levin is president of Gilat Commercial Division.