Gilat Wins $8M Israel Defense SATCOM Contract

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. has secured a contract valued at over $8 million from Israel’s Ministry of Defense to deliver and integrate advanced satellite communication (SATCOM) systems tailored for military use. The systems, designed to operate in harsh and unpredictable environments, will support a variety of military communication needs and are expected to be delivered within the next 12 months. This contract highlights Gilat’s strategic focus on the Israeli defense market, leveraging the combined capabilities of its subsidiaries Gilat Wavestream and Gilat DataPath. The ground equipment provided will be compatible with satellite constellations in geostationary, medium, or low Earth orbit, although it remains unclear whether it will support Israel’s recently launched Dror-1 GEO satellite. Gilat’s leadership emphasized that this win underscores their commitment to innovation and comprehensive defense solutions. The contract reinforces Gilat’s position as a key player in satellite-based defense communications, despite potential risks associated with government contract reliance.