Satcom Systems Keep Data on Path

Satellite communications (satcom) technology is essential for defense communications in the field. On that front, Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. has proven to be a dependable supplier of satcom equipment and services for the most demanding environments.

The firm recently revealed that its wholly owned U.S. subsidiary, Gilat DataPath, has been awarded more than $5 million in contracts from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and additional international defense forces for its DKET satcom terminals and support from Field Service Representatives (FSRs) during the next 12 months. It includes new business as well as extensions to existing contracts.

Nicole Robinson, President of Gilat DataPath, noted, “These contracts highlight Gilat DataPath’s unwavering dedication to supporting military and government operations worldwide.”

She added, “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 provides services and solutions for defense organizations and mission-critical applications using ground communications and satcom technologies. These include software-defined satellites (SDSs), very-high-throughput satellites (VHTSs), satellite-on-the-move (SOTM) antennas, and solid-state power amplifiers (SSPAs). Their technologies support diverse communications applications, such as aerospace and defense (A&D), broadcast, cellular backhaul, and government users.