Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. is a global leader in satellite-based broadband communications, specializing in the design and manufacturing of advanced ground-based satellite communication equipment. The company provides secure, end-to-end solutions and services for industries such as commercial, defense, and government sectors. Its offerings include satellite network platforms, high-performance terminals, and integrated communication systems tailored for mission-critical applications.
- Satellite Networks - Develops and supplies advanced broadband satellite communication networks, including high-speed Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSATs), on-the-move antennas, and other satellite communication equipment for applications such as in-flight connectivity, cellular backhaul, maritime, defense, and enterprise networks.
- Network Infrastructure and Services - Implements large-scale network projects, including terrestrial and satellite network construction and operation, with a focus on telecom operations in regions like Peru.
- Integrated Solutions - Provides mission-critical defense and broadcast satellite communication systems, offering products such as high-efficiency Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs), Block Upconverters (BUCs), and transceivers.
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| Name | Position | External Roles | Short Bio | |
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Adi Sfadia Executive | Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | None | CEO since November 2020; previously CFO of GILT (2015-2020); extensive financial leadership experience at Starhome, Radvision, and EY Global. | View Report → |
Aharon Mullokandov Executive | SVP of Research and Development | None | SVP of R&D since May 2022; previously held leadership roles at Allot Communications, Here Mobility, and Servotronix Motion Control. | |
Doron Kerbel Executive | General Counsel and Company Secretary | None | General Counsel and Company Secretary since September 2022; previously General Counsel at Senstar Technologies and Legal Counsel at Elbit Systems. | |
Gil Benyamini Executive | Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | None | CFO since February 2022; previously CFO at Panaxia Pharmaceutical Industries, Walla Communications, and Exent Technologies; CPA with extensive financial expertise. | |
Gilad Landsberg Executive | Chief Operations Officer (COO) | None | COO since June 2023; previously VP at Aeronautics Ltd. and held leadership roles at Rafael Advanced Defense Systems; expertise in industrial and management engineering. | |
Hagay Katz Executive | Chief Product and Marketing Officer | None | Chief Product and Marketing Officer since August 2021; previously Head of VSAT Line of Business at GILT; led initiatives in Cloud and 5G NTN evolution strategy. | |
Lior Moyal Executive | Chief People Officer (CPO) | None | CPO since July 2020; joined GILT in 2016; previously Director of HR at Wavestream, GILT's U.S. subsidiary; extensive experience in organizational development. | |
Ron Levin Executive | Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) | None | CCO since March 2023; previously COO (2021-2023) and VP of Mobility and Global Accounts at GILT; held leadership roles at ECI Telecom and Jungo Software Technologies. | |
Roni Stoleru Executive | SVP, Corporate Business Development | None | SVP of Corporate Business Development since August 2023; over 24 years at GILT in roles spanning product management, technical marketing, and sales. | |
Ami Shafran Board | Director | Venture Partner at Moneta Capital; Director at Gencell; Chair of Elsight and Security Matters | Director since January 2021; former Commander of IDF C4I Command; extensive leadership in cybersecurity and defense industries. | |
Amir Ofek Board | Director | CEO of AxoniusX | Director since June 2023; previously CEO of Alcide IO Ltd. and CyberInt; held leadership roles at Amdocs and Elbit Systems; served as Captain in IDF 8200 Unit. | |
Amiram Boehm Board | Chairman of the Board | Chairman of BrainsWay Ltd. | Chairman since March 2023; Board member since 2012; previously Partner at FIMI Opportunity Funds and held board roles at multiple companies. | |
Aylon (Lonny) Rafaeli Board | Director | Member of the Board of TALI Education Fund | Director since May 2016; strategy and business development consultant; involved in veteran associations of IDF elite units. | |
Dafna Sharir Board | Director | Director at Ormat Technologies Inc., Minute Media Inc., and Cognyet Software Ltd. | Director since May 2016; extensive experience in investments, M&A, and tax law; previously held senior roles at Ampal Corp., Amdocs, and Cravath, Swaine & Moore. | |
Elyezer Shkedy Board | Director | Outside Director at Ashtrom Group Ltd. | Director since June 2017; former CEO of El-Al Airlines and Commander of the Israeli Air Force; serves on boards of non-profits. | |
Ronit Zalman Malach Board | Director | CFO of Isracard Ltd. | Director since September 2022; extensive financial leadership experience, including CFO roles at Mekorot and IMI Systems, and board roles at Clalit Health Care and other organizations. |
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Excluding the impact of the DataPath acquisition, your organic revenue decreased by 10% year-over-year in Q3 2024 ; what are the underlying factors contributing to this decline, and how do you plan to reverse this trend to achieve sustainable organic growth?
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Given that DataPath's gross margins are lower than Gilat's average, affecting overall gross margins , what specific measures are you taking to improve DataPath's profitability and align it with the company's margin expectations?
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With the termination of your activities in Russia resulting in the loss of approximately $10 million in annual revenue , how do you plan to offset this significant decrease in revenue, and what new markets or opportunities are you targeting to fill this gap?
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Considering the delays in obtaining CFIUS approval for the Stellar Blu acquisition , what contingency plans do you have in place if the approval process continues to extend, and how might this impact your revenue projections for 2025?
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In the cellular backhaul market, you've noted that projects are shifting to the right with no new big initiatives ; how does this slowdown affect your strategic plans for this segment, and what actions are you taking to reinvigorate growth in this market?
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Notable M&A activity and strategic investments in the past 3 years.
| Company | Year | Details |
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Stellar Blu Solutions LLC | 2025 | Gilat acquired Stellar Blu Solutions LLC to strengthen its IFC market leadership by enhancing its multi-orbit LEO and GEO solutions, with an initial $98 million cash payment (plus potential earn-out of up to $147 million) funded via a $100 million secured credit line; the deal is expected to boost annual revenues to $120–$150 million and improve EBITDA margins beyond 10% as production scales. |
DataPath, Inc. | 2023 | Gilat acquired DataPath, Inc. to expand its presence in defense communications for the U.S. DoD and government sectors, in a transaction valued up to $45 million (including an earn-out and the assumption of $15 million in debt), which is poised to drive approximately $50 million in additional annual revenue and open new global market opportunities. |
Recent press releases and 8-K filings for GILT.
- Gilat Satellite Networks reported Q3 2025 revenues of $117.7 million, a 58% increase year-over-year, and adjusted EBITDA of $15.6 million, up 46% from Q3 2024.
- The company updated its full-year 2025 guidance, narrowing the revenue range to $445 million to $455 million (midpoint 47% growth) and adjusted EBITDA to $51 million to $53 million (midpoint 23% growth).
- Key orders in Q3 2025 included $42 million for SkyH4 for in-flight connectivity, over $60 million for Stellar Blue's Sidewinder ESA IFC terminal, and $85 million in total for Peru expansion projects.
- The balance sheet was strengthened by a $66 million private placement, resulting in $155 million in total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash as of September 30, 2025.
- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. reported Q3 2025 revenues of $117.7 million, marking a 58% increase from Q3 2024, with GAAP operating income of $7.5 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $15.6 million.
- GAAP net income for Q3 2025 was $8.1 million, or $0.14 per diluted share, and Non-GAAP net income was $11.8 million, or $0.19 per diluted share.
- The company raised the midpoint of its full-year 2025 revenue guidance to between $445 million and $455 million, and Adjusted EBITDA guidance to between $51 million and $53 million.
- Significant business developments include a $66 million private placement and new orders totaling $85 million from Pronatel in Peru, alongside multi-million dollar contracts from the U.S. Department of Defense and the Israeli Ministry of Defense.
- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. reported revenues of $117.7 million for Q3 2025, a 58% increase compared to $74.6 million in Q3 2024.
- The company's GAAP operating income rose to $7.5 million in Q3 2025, up from $6.7 million in Q3 2024, and Adjusted EBITDA grew to $15.6 million from $10.7 million in Q3 2024.
- Gilat is raising the midpoint of its full-year 2025 financial outlook, with expected revenues now between $445 million and $455 million and Adjusted EBITDA between $51 million and $53 million.
- During the quarter, Gilat completed a $66 million private placement, which the CEO noted reflects investor confidence and provides additional resources for growth.
- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. announced on November 5, 2025, that its Commercial Division received a $7 million order for Gilat Wavestream’s Aerostream 60W Ka-band Wideband BUCs.
- These units are designated for deployment in a next-generation In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) solution on commercial aircraft, designed to enable robust, high-speed connectivity across both LEO and GEO satellites.
- Deliveries for this order are expected over the next 24 months.
- The order follows the successful completion of a joint qualification program in Q3 2025 and the product's successful line-fit certification by aircraft manufacturers.
- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (GILT) has received $42 million in orders from a leading satellite operator.
- These orders are primarily for Gilat's multi-orbit SkyEdge IV platform.
- The systems are scheduled for delivery over the next 12 months.
- The orders are expected to significantly expand the global deployment of Gilat’s SkyEdge IV platform, which supports critical applications such as In-Flight Connectivity (IFC), maritime mobility, enterprise broadband, and cellular backhaul.
- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (GILT) announced it has received $42 million in orders from a leading satellite operator.
- The orders are primarily for Gilat's multi-orbit SkyEdge IV platform.
- The systems are scheduled for delivery over the next 12 months.
- These orders are expected to significantly expand the global deployment of the SkyEdge IV platform, which supports applications such as In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) and other high-growth mobility applications.
- Gilat DataPath, a subsidiary of Gilat Satellite Networks, has received orders totaling more than $7 million to provide additional Transportable SATCOM Terminals to the U.S. Army.
- The orders include multiple units of the DKET 3421 transportable terminal and associated support services, with deliveries scheduled for completion before the end of 2025.
- This award reflects the U.S. Army’s continued confidence in Gilat DataPath’s DKET technology for secure and relocatable SATCOM infrastructure.
- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. announced on September 30, 2025, that it received over $7 million in orders to supply Transportable SATCOM Terminals to the U.S. Army.
- The orders include multiple units of the DKET 3421 transportable terminal and associated support services.
- Deliveries for these orders are scheduled for completion before the end of 2025.
- The WGS-certified DKET 3421 is a combat-proven, rugged terminal designed to provide high-throughput, resilient connectivity for forward-deployed forces.
- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Gilat DataPath, was awarded a contract valued at over $7 million to provide the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) with transportable SATCOM terminals and support services.
- The contract includes multiple units of Gilat DataPath’s DKET 3421 transportable terminals.
- Deliveries for this order are expected by the end of 2025.
- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (GILT) has retrospectively revised its financial statements to reflect a new segment reporting structure, effective January 1, 2025, dividing operations into Gilat Defense Division, Gilat Commercial Division, and Gilat Peru Division.
- Total revenues for FY 2024 increased 15% to $305.4 million from $266.1 million in FY 2023, with Defense revenues surging 398% to $97.755 million.
- The company completed the acquisition of SBS in January 2025 for an initial cash payment of $98 million, partially funded by a $60 million new secured credit line.
- Net cash provided by operating activities was $31.7 million in FY 2024.