Gilat Awarded Over $60 Million for Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder Terminals
Gilat Satellite Networks (NASDAQ: GILT) has secured orders exceeding $60 million from a major satellite operator for its Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder in-flight connectivity terminals. The orders encompass hundreds of Sidewinder ESA terminals, with deliveries scheduled within the next 12 months.
The agreement includes both retrofit installations and the first production run of Sidewinders for Boeing's OEM linefit terminal. According to Tracy Trent, President of Gilat Stellar Blu, the Sidewinder ESA technology is transforming airborne connectivity and creating opportunities in premium markets such as VVIP and special mission aircraft sectors.
Gilat Satellite Networks (NASDAQ: GILT) ha ottenuto ordini superiori a $60 milioni da un importante operatore satellitare per i suoi terminali di connettività in volo Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder. Gli ordini riguardano centinaia di terminali Sidewinder ESA, con consegne previste entro i prossimi 12 mesi.
L'accordo prevede sia installazioni retrofit sia il primo lotto di produzione dei Sidewinder destinati alla linea OEM linefit di Boeing. Secondo Tracy Trent, Presidente di Gilat Stellar Blu, la tecnologia Sidewinder ESA sta rivoluzionando la connettività aerea e aprendo opportunità in mercati premium come VVIP e velivoli per missioni speciali.
Gilat Satellite Networks (NASDAQ: GILT) ha asegurado pedidos por más de $60 millones de un importante operador satelital para sus terminales de conectividad en vuelo Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder. Los pedidos abarcan cientos de terminales Sidewinder ESA, con entregas programadas en los próximos 12 meses.
El acuerdo incluye tanto instalaciones retrofit como la primera serie de producción de Sidewinders para la línea OEM linefit de Boeing. Según Tracy Trent, presidenta de Gilat Stellar Blu, la tecnología Sidewinder ESA está transformando la conectividad aérea y generando oportunidades en mercados premium como aviones VVIP y de misiones especiales.
Gilat Satellite Networks (NASDAQ: GILT)는 주요 위성사업자로부터 자사 Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder 기내 연결 터미널에 대해 6,000만 달러 이상의 수주를 확보했습니다. 이번 주문은 수백 대 분량의 Sidewinder ESA 터미널을 포함하며, 향후 12개월 내에 납품될 예정입니다.
계약에는 레트로핏 설치와 보잉의 OEM 라인핏 터미널을 위한 첫 생산 물량이 포함됩니다. Gilat Stellar Blu의 사장 트레이시 트렌트에 따르면 Sidewinder ESA 기술은 항공기 연결 방식을 바꾸고 VVIP 및 특수 임무 항공기 같은 프리미엄 시장에서 기회를 창출하고 있다고 합니다.
Gilat Satellite Networks (NASDAQ: GILT) a décroché des commandes supérieures à 60 millions de dollars auprès d'un grand opérateur satellite pour ses terminaux de connectivité en vol Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder. Les commandes portent sur des centaines de terminaux Sidewinder ESA, avec des livraisons prévues dans les 12 prochains mois.
L'accord comprend à la fois des installations de retrofit et la première série de production des Sidewinders destinés à l'équipement OEM linefit de Boeing. Selon Tracy Trent, présidente de Gilat Stellar Blu, la technologie Sidewinder ESA transforme la connectivité aérienne et ouvre des opportunités sur des marchés premium tels que les avions VVIP et les missions spéciales.
Gilat Satellite Networks (NASDAQ: GILT) hat Bestellungen von mehr als $60 Millionen von einem großen Satellitenbetreiber für seine Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder In-Flight-Connectivity-Terminals erhalten. Die Aufträge umfassen Hunderte von Sidewinder ESA-Terminals, deren Lieferungen innerhalb der nächsten 12 Monate geplant sind.
Die Vereinbarung umfasst sowohl Retrofit-Installationen als auch die erste Produktionsserie von Sidewindern für Boeings OEM-Linefit-Terminal. Laut Tracy Trent, Präsidentin von Gilat Stellar Blu, revolutioniert die Sidewinder ESA-Technologie die Konnektivität an Bord und eröffnet Chancen in Premiumsegmenten wie VVIP- und Spezialmissionflugzeugen.
- Secured significant orders worth over $60 million
- Expansion into high-value markets including VVIP and special mission aircraft
- Strategic partnership with Boeing for OEM linefit terminals
- Delivery timeline of just 12 months indicates strong operational capability
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Orders mark milestone for Gilat’s linefit ESA strategy, driving in-flight connectivity expansion
PETAH TIKVA, Israel, Aug. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions, and services, announced today that its Commercial Division has been awarded more than
These orders, for hundreds of additional Sidewinder ESA terminals, support new airline fleet awards in retrofit and the first production run of Sidewinders for the eventual OEM linefit terminal for Boeing.
“The Stellar Blu Sidewinder ESA is redefining airborne connectivity with the performance and flexibility today’s aviation customers demand,” said Tracy Trent, President, Gilat Stellar Blu. “This momentum is opening significant opportunities to expand into high-value markets like VVIP and special mission aircraft, delivering advanced solutions that meet the most demanding connectivity requirements.”
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 develop and deliver deep technology solutions for satellite, ground, and new space connectivity, offering next-generation solutions and services for critical connectivity across commercial and defense applications. 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.
Together with our wholly owned subsidiaries, Gilat Wavestream, Gilat DataPath, and Gilat Stellar Blu, we offer integrated, high-value solutions supporting multi-orbit constellations, Very High Throughput Satellites (VHTS), and Software-Defined Satellites (SDS) via our Commercial and Defense Divisions. Our comprehensive portfolio is comprised of a cloud-based platform and modems; high-performance satellite terminals; advanced Satellite On-the-Move (SOTM) antennas and ESAs; highly efficient, high-power Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPA) and Block Upconverters (BUC) and includes integrated ground systems for commercial and defense markets, field services, network management software, and cybersecurity services.
Gilat’s products and tailored solutions support multiple applications including government and defense, IFC and mobility, broadband access, cellular backhaul, enterprise, aerospace, broadcast, and critical infrastructure clients all while meeting the most stringent service level requirements. For more information, please visit: http://www.gilat.com
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