PETAH TIKVA, Israel, Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq: GILT, TASE: GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions, and services, announced today that a national police force awarded the company approximately three million dollars for a multi-year project.
The national police force selected Gilat’s solution, which is based on the highly regarded SkyEdge platform and a suite of services with an emphasis on reliable and secure connectivity. Gilat was chosen because of its ability to meet very stringent security requirements and solve issues that had been hampering communication for years.
Gilat’s field-proven and feature-rich SkyEdge platform consists of a high-performance hub system, a family of mission-specific VSATs, and an advanced network management system. Gilat will deploy a comprehensive solution based on its SkyEdge platform and a suite of services to deliver reliable and secure connectivity to the operators.
"This award is a testament to market demand for our unique capability to provide world-class satellite connectivity in the most demanding operational environments, along with our world-renowned support and maintenance," said Ori Naor, Gilat's vice president of sales and business development for defense. "I am confident that this new business will lead to additional growth with this customer and will initiate the duplication of similar programs among other organizations in the public safety, military, and government sectors all over the world."
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: www.gilat.com
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Doreet Oren, Senior Director Corporate Communications
DoreetO@gilat.com
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Ehud Helft, Managing Partner
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