Gilat Awarded Over $5 Million to Support Critical Connectivity for Defense Forces
Technical and Field Services to Ensure Reliable, Mission-Critical Communications Worldwide
PETAH TIKVA, Israel, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ, TASE: GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions, and services, announced today that its wholly owned US-based subsidiary, Gilat DataPath, has been awarded over $5 Million in contracts from the US Department of Defense (DoD) and additional international Defense Forces. These contracts, for DKET terminals and providing Field Service Representative (FSR) support, will be delivered across the globe over the next 12 months.
Gilat DataPath’s technical and field services are specifically designed to meet the demanding connectivity requirements of military and defense end-users in diverse and challenging environments. The orders include both contract extensions and new agreements with various agencies and partners, underscoring the trust placed in Gilat DataPath to deliver consistent, high-quality support.
“These contracts highlight Gilat DataPath’s unwavering dedication to supporting military and government operations worldwide,” said Nicole Robinson, President of Gilat DataPath. “By working closely with national and international Defense organizations, we ensure that our equipment is expertly deployed and maintained on-site, enabling seamless, reliable communication when and where it’s needed most.”
Gilat DataPath continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner for defense organizations by providing comprehensive, reliable solutions and services that ensure mission-critical systems perform flawlessly under any conditions.
About Gilat
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT) is a leading global provider of satellite-based broadband communications. With over 35 years of experience, we create and deliver deep technology solutions for satellite, ground, and new space connectivity and provide comprehensive, secure end-to-end solutions and services for mission-critical operations, powered by our innovative technology. We believe in the right of all people to be connected and are united in our resolution to provide communication solutions to all reaches of the world.
Our portfolio includes a diverse offering to deliver high-value solutions for multiple orbit constellations with very high throughput satellites (VHTS) and software-defined satellites (SDS). Our offering is comprised of a cloud-based platform and high-performance satellite terminals; high-performance Satellite On-the-Move (SOTM) antennas; highly efficient, high-power Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPA) and Block Upconverters (BUC) and includes integrated ground systems for commercial and defense, field services, network management software, and cybersecurity services.
Gilat’s comprehensive offering supports multiple applications with a full portfolio of products and tailored solutions to address key applications including broadband access, mobility, cellular backhaul, enterprise, defense, aerospace, broadcast, government, and critical infrastructure clients all while meeting the most stringent service level requirements. For more information, please visit:
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