Gilat Satellite Networks

What Gilat Satellite Networks does

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. is a publicly traded Israeli provider of broadband satellite communications ground-segment solutions, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Petah Tikva with secondary operations in Duluth and San Dimas. The company designs, manufactures, and integrates VSAT hubs, software-defined modems, electronically steered antennas (ESAs), solid-state power amplifiers (SSPAs), and transportable/manpack terminals, organized around its SkyEdge IV multi-orbit platform with Elastix-Architecture that supports GEO VHTS, MEO, and LEO constellations from a unified network management system.

The company operates through five subsidiaries — Gilat Wavestream (SSPAs), Gilat DataPath (transportable defense terminals), Gilat Stellar Blu (aviation ESAs), Gilat Peru (rural broadband), and RaySat (European ground segment) — unified under the Gilat Defense Division for government customers. Its product portfolio addresses four verticals: Defense & Government (U.S. DoD, NATO, Israel MoD, European ministries via GTACS II and WGS-certified terminals), Commercial Aviation & Mobility (5,000+ aircraft using Sidewinder and ESR-2030 Ku ESAs and Aerostream SSPAs), Digital Inclusion (rural broadband and cellular backhaul in Latin America), and Satellite Operators / System Integrators (SES, Intelsat, Eutelsat, Lockheed Martin, Boeing).

Gilat generates revenue primarily through hardware sales (VSATs, modems, terminals, SSPAs/BUCs), software licensing and recurring platform fees (SkyEdge IV virtualization, TotalNMS, SkyCare AI), and managed services including multi-year defense sustainment and digital inclusion programs in Peru. Distribution combines direct enterprise field sales for defense, OEM-embedded partnerships with aerospace manufacturers (Boeing line-fit Sidewinder), and channel partnerships with regional satellite operators (Nelco in India). Recent strategic activity includes the $157.5M Comtech Satellite & Space Communications acquisition (announced June 2026, projected to push combined revenue above $700M), the Stellar Blu acquisition (closed January 2025), and ~$164.8M in private placements across 2025.

Name

Gilat Satellite Networks

Legal name

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.

Website

https://gilat.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Gilat Satellite Networks designs and supplies multi-orbit satellite ground-segment solutions — VSAT platforms, modems, ESAs, and SSPAs — for defense, commercial aviation, satellite operators, and digital inclusion customers in over a dozen countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Satellite Communications Equipment

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Satellite Telecommunications (51741), Satellite Telecommunications (5174)

SIC

Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760)

akta.pro primary industry

Satellite Broadband Terminals & Gateways (VSAT/LEO CPE) (HDAFAIAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Satellite Ground Segment & Gateway Services (Teleports, Gateways, Ground Station-as-a-Service) (HDAIAJAH), Satellite Mobility Connectivity (Maritime, Aviation, Rail, Land Mobile) (HDAIAJAD), Enterprise Satellite Connectivity & Managed Services (VSAT, SD-WAN over Satcom) (HDAIAJAB), NTN-Enabled Emergency, Government & Defense Communications (Public Safety, Tactical, Resilience) (HDAIAJAJ)

Keywords

• Satellite ground systems
• VSAT network solutions
• In-flight connectivity
• Defense satellite communications
• Multi-orbit satellite terminals

Headquarters

HQ city

Petah Tiqva

HQ country

Israel

HQ region

Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Satellite Ground Equipment Sales: Sale of VSAT networks, modems, satellite terminals, and antenna systems for commercial and defense applications. Products include SkyEdge IV platforms, ESA terminals (Sidewinder, Viper Ka), transportable terminals, and portable manpack systems.
2. SSPA and BUC Amplifier Sales: High-power solid-state power amplifiers and block upconverters for ground mobility, in-flight connectivity, and gateway applications sold through Gilat Wavestream subsidiary.
3. Software Licenses and Platform Fees: Licensing of SkyEdge IV platform software, virtualization solutions, network management systems (TotalNMS), and AI-powered SkyCare monitoring services.
4. Defense and Government Services: Field services, technical support, and maintenance contracts for U.S. DoD, NATO, and allied forces. Includes GTACS II contract vehicle support and multi-year sustainment agreements.
5. Digital Inclusion Projects: Large-scale government connectivity projects in Peru and Latin America providing rural broadband, education, healthcare, and government services through Gilat Peru subsidiary.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Gilat Satellite Networks designs, manufactures, and sells end-to-end satellite communications (Satcom) ground segment solutions, including its SkyEdge IV multi-orbit software-defined platform, VSAT networks, modems, electronically steered antennas (ESAs), transportable defense terminals, and high-power SSPAs/BUCs. The company serves defense, government, commercial aviation, mobile network operators, satellite operators, and digital inclusion markets with integrated hardware, software, and managed services.

Product overview

Gilat Satellite Networks offers a comprehensive satellite communications portfolio built around its core SkyEdge IV multi-orbit platform with Elastix-Architecture. The platform supports GEO Very High Throughput Satellites (VHTS) and NGSO constellations (LEO, MEO) with a unified network architecture. The product line includes: (1) VSAT Networks & Modems encompassing SkyEdge IV, SkyEdge II-C, SCPC modems (GLT 1500, GLT 1000, GLT 2000, MLT 1000), and 5G NTN solutions; (2) ESA terminals for aviation including Sidewinder and ESR-2030 Ku, and for UAVs including Viper Ka and BlackRay Airborne; (3) Defense Grade Systems including transportable terminals (DKET series), portable terminals (PICO, DPI series), and manpacks (SatTrooper, Taurus-M); (4) SSPAs including EnduroStream, PowerStream, Terrastream, Microstream, Matchbox, and Aerostream product families; (5) Global Services including SkyCare support packages, SkyCare AI analytics, and SkyCare Academy training. The company operates through subsidiaries Gilat Wavestream (SSPA/BUC technology), Gilat DataPath (transportable terminals and network solutions), Gilat Stellar Blu (ESA antenna solutions), Gilat Peru (broadband connectivity), and RaySat (European operations), unified under the Gilat Defense Division for government and defense customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SkyEdge IV Multi-Orbit Platform Next-generation multi-service software-defined platform with Elastix-Architecture supporting multi-orbit operation across GEO Very High Throughput Satellites (VHTS) and NGSO constellations (LEO, MEO). Single unified platform for broadband, mobility, aviation, defense, and cellular backhaul applications.
• SkyEdge II-C Hub Platform Previous-generation hub platform powered by X-Architecture enabling efficient ground segment deployment for single-beam or multi-beam satellites. Supports mobility, backhaul, consumer, and enterprise markets.
• 5G NTN Platform 3GPP 5G NTN standard-compliant platform expanding 5G networks to space. Supports multi-orbit GEO/NGSO and ubiquitous network with smooth multi-waveform evolution for defense and commercial applications.
• Sidewinder ESA Terminal Multi-orbit electronically steered antenna for commercial aviation in-flight connectivity. Compatible with GEO satellites and LEO constellations including Eutelsat OneWeb. Designed for line-fit and retrofit installations on commercial aircraft.
• ESR-2030Ku ESA Terminal Electronically steered antenna for LEO in-flight connectivity. Successfully tested on Eutelsat OneWeb LEO network. Targets commercial, business, VIP, government, and military aviation markets.
• Viper Ka ESA Terminal Multi-orbit Ka-band ESA for unmanned aerial platforms (UAVs). Provides secure, low-latency communications with minimal size, weight, and power (SWaP) requirements for mission-critical Beyond Line of Sight operations.
• BlackRay Airborne ESA Terminal Airborne ESA terminal for unmanned systems providing Beyond Line of Sight (BLoS) satellite communications for long-endurance ISR missions.
• GLT 1500 Multi-Service SDR Modem Next-generation multi-service Software-Defined Radio (SDR) modem supporting GEO, MEO, and LEO constellations. Delivers performance and flexibility for defense and commercial applications.
• GLT 1000 Satellite Modem Centrally managed multi-orbit satellite modem for flexible satellite communications across GEO, MEO, and LEO constellations.
• GLT 2000 Rugged SDR Modem Rugged multi-service SDR modem for high-performance defense and government satellite communications in harsh environments.
• MLT 1000 Tactical Military Modem Defense high-performance satellite modem for tactical military communications.
• SkyEdge IV VSAT Family Terminals VSAT terminal families (Aquarius, Capricorn, Gemini, Taurus) optimized for next-generation high-speed broadband services over satellite across enterprise, consumer, mobility, and cellular backhaul markets. Includes Aquarius Pro multi-orbit SCPC modem for dedicated point-to-point connectivity.
• DKET 4341 Transportable SATCOM Terminal Full-motion transportable SATCOM terminal for rapid deployment in military and remote field operations.
• DKET 3421 Transportable SATCOM Terminal Single skid WGS-certified, combat-proven 4.2-meter rugged SATCOM terminal for high-throughput resilient connectivity for forward-deployed forces.
• DKET 3400 Series Transportable Terminal Transportable SATCOM terminal for quick setup and reliable communication in the field for military operations.
• SatTrooper Manpack Terminal Lightweight manpack satellite terminal for quick-deploy satellite-on-the-move communications. Designed for military operations and emergency response.
• Taurus-M Portable Manpack Terminal Portable manpack SATCOM terminal for military and government satellite communications.
• PICO Flyaway SATCOM Terminals (75/120) Compact flyaway SATCOM terminals (PICO 75 and PICO 120) for rapid deployment in challenging environments with enhanced connectivity for varying mission requirements.
• DataPath C-Series Quick Connectivity Terminals Quick connectivity terminals with rugged designs for remote locations and demanding field applications.
• DataPath Q-Series High-Performance Terminals High-performance satellite communications terminals for demanding defense and government applications.
• DataPath Portable Antennas (1.3m and 2.6m) Portable MIL-STD-810 satellite antennas in 1.3m and 2.6m aperture sizes including multi-orbit capable models for quick deployment and reliable on-the-go connectivity.
• Cobra Ka On-the-Move Antenna On-the-move Ka-band antenna for land mobility SATCOM applications requiring broadband connectivity on the move.
• ER7000 SATCOM for Trains and Vehicles SATCOM solution for trains and large vehicles requiring broadband connectivity on the move.
• EnduroStream SSPAs and BUCs High-power resilient solid-state power amplifiers (SSPAs) and block upconverters (BUCs) designed to replace traveling wave tube amplifiers in mission-critical military SATCOM applications. Includes EnduroStream 500W Ka-Wideband BUC.
• PowerStream Ka-Band SSPAs High-power solid-state power amplifiers (400W and 750W models) for Ka-band gateway operations supporting LEO, MEO, and GEO satellite networks.
• PowerStream Ku-Band SSPA 400W Ku-band solid-state power amplifier for satellite gateway solutions.
• Aerostream IFC Products Aerostream product family for in-flight connectivity including 500W/1500W KPSU power supplies, 40W/60W Ka-band and Ku-band transceivers, and 60W Ka Wideband BUCs for next-generation IFC on commercial aircraft.
• SkyCare Services Support Packages Comprehensive support packages (Economy, Standard, Extended, Defense) offering professional consultation, optimization, monitoring, and 24x7 technical support for Gilat networks, complemented by SkyCare AI analytics add-on and SkyCare Academy training programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 48% year-over-year revenue growth in 2025 to $451.7 million
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability4 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• BoeingcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 19 May 2026Boeing and Gilat achieved key in-cabin offerability milestone for offering Gilat's multi-orbit Sidewinder electronically steered antenna as a future line-fit solution for in-flight connectivity service providers. Boeing offers the Sidewinder terminal through IFC integration partners, enabling airlines to access advanced broadband connectivity with simplified installation and reduced maintenance costs.
• EutelsatcoreTechnology or Integration · 16 May 2026Strategic partnership for LEO connectivity using Eutelsat OneWeb's LEO constellation. Gilat's Sidewinder ESA and ESR-2030Ku terminals tested and certified for OneWeb network operations.
• NelcocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 May 2026Strategic multimillion-dollar partnership for deployment of Gilat's SkyEdge IV satellite hub platform enabling advanced Ka-band service network in India using GSAT-N2 HTS satellite. Partnership positions both companies to expand connectivity services across enterprise, mobility, and aviation markets in India.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)strategicTechnology or Integration · 24 March 2026Cloud-based virtualized satellite modem demonstration with AWS, SES Space & Defense, and WAVE Consortium at Satellite 2026. Collaboration showcases virtualized SATCOM gateway architecture on cloud infrastructure.
• SES Space & DefensestrategicTechnology or Integration · 24 March 2026Joint demonstration of virtualized satellite modem architecture with AWS and WAVE Consortium at Satellite 2026. Partnership focuses on cloud-based SATCOM gateway solutions for defense applications.
• WAVE ConsortiumstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 March 2026Collaboration with AWS and SES Space & Defense for virtualized SATCOM gateway modem demonstration at Satellite 2026. Gilat CTO Dubi Lever serves as WAVE Consortium Board Chair.
• CailabsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 December 2025Partnership to build transportable optical ground stations combining Cailabs' optical space communication technology with Gilat DataPath's transportable terminal expertise for defense and security applications.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Hughes Network Systems (EchoStar): Hughes is the closest direct competitor to Gilat in VSAT hubs, broadband satellite modems, and gateway ground segment for GEO and LEO networks, serving enterprise, government, and consumer markets globally.
• Viasat (Eutelsat Group): Viasat competes with Gilat across defense SATCOM terminals, in-flight connectivity hardware, and broadband ground segment following its combination with Eutelsat.
• ST Engineering iDirect: iDirect is a direct peer in satellite ground infrastructure, offering hub platforms and modems for VSAT, HTS, and multi-orbit networks serving similar enterprise, mobility, and government customers.
• Kratos Defense & Security Solutions: Kratos is a direct peer in defense SATCOM ground systems, unmanned platform communications, and RF components serving U.S. DoD and allied militaries — highly comparable to Gilat Defense Division.
• Comtech Telecommunications (Satellite & Space segment): Comtech's Satellite & Space Communications segment, which Gilat is acquiring for $157.5M, is a direct peer in defense SATCOM modems, EF/DM terminals, and high-power amplifiers.

Emerging players

• Kymeta: Kymeta competes with Gilat Stellar Blu/Sidewinder in flat-panel electronically steered antennas for mobile and government SATCOM, focusing on land mobility and LEO connectivity.

Broad incumbents

• Thales Alenia Space: Thales Alenia Space is a broad incumbent in satellite communications equipment, gateways, and defense SATCOM systems, with overlap to Gilat in ground segment solutions for European and allied militaries.
• SES S.A. SES operates the O3b mPOWER MEO constellation and partners with Gilat on ground integration; it is a satellite operator that overlaps with Gilat's gateway and managed-services portfolio.
• Intelsat: Intelsat operates one of the largest GEO satellite fleets and purchases ground-segment infrastructure comparable to what Gilat provides through SkyEdge IV hubs and TotalNMS.
• L3Harris Technologies: L3Harris is a broad defense incumbent with overlapping tactical SATCOM, HF, and military communications product lines that compete with Gilat Defense Division for U.S. DoD and NATO programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors

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M&A6 records

Investments3 records

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