Gilat Awarded Over $5M by a National Defense Organization for the Upgrade of Transportable SATCOM Network Hubs
PETAH TIKVA, Israel, July 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ, TASE: GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions, and services, announced today that a National Defense Organization awarded a multi-year contract for over $5M to one of the company's US-based subsidiaries, DataPath Inc. to upgrade their DKET terminals, transportable SATCOM network hubs.
DataPath's multi-band tactical DKET terminals deliver the operational flexibility, capacity, connectivity, rapid deployability, and control required to support demanding communications in remote locations. DKET terminals deliver secure, reliable communications anywhere needed to establish network connectivity to support a mission with minimal manpower.
DataPath is committed to supporting programs well beyond their anticipated life spans, often extending their viability far beyond initial expectations. This dedication not only maximizes the value delivered to customers but also underscores the company's reliability and foresight in delivering long-term solutions.
"The upgrade of these terminals will provide this important National Defense Organization with continued dependable, high-performance connectivity," said Nicole Robinson, President of DataPath, Inc. "We understand the importance of their mission critical communications and are proud to be able to contribute to their success."
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: https://gilat.com/
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