Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd., a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions and services, announced today that its defense division, Gilat Defense, has been awarded a contract valued at over $8 million by Israel’s Ministry of Defense for the delivery and integration of satellite communication systems and services. Deliveries are expected in the next 12 months.

The contract includes deployment of advanced SATCOM systems tailored to meet the operational requirements of Israel’s defense forces. These systems are engineered for operation in harsh and unpredictable environments, making them ideal for a wide range of military communication needs.

“The Israeli defense market was identified as a strategic priority for Gilat and this important win demonstrates the results of that focus,” said Gilad Landsberg, President of Gilat Defense. “It also highlights the strength of our unified defense offering, bringing together Gilat, Gilat Wavestream, and Gilat DataPath into one cohesive team that delivers a level of capability and innovation far beyond the individual parts.”