Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. confirmed that it has successfully demonstrated a 3GPP‑compliant 5G Non‑Terrestrial Network (NTN) end‑to‑end connectivity over a geostationary Earth‑orbit satellite. The test validated key 5G NTN capabilities required for GEO operation, including VSAT and Hub technologies, latency compensation, and protocol optimizations, and represents a significant step toward seamless integration of terrestrial and non‑terrestrial networks.
The demonstration proved that Gilat’s multi‑orbit platform can deliver the performance and reliability demanded by 5G NTN standards. By showing that a GEO satellite can support the stringent latency and throughput requirements of 5G, the company has opened a new pathway for satellite operators and mobile network operators to expand coverage, improve resilience, and accelerate service deployment.
Strategically, the milestone strengthens Gilat’s competitive position against rivals such as Viasat and emerging LEO providers. The company’s focus on software‑defined, multi‑orbit solutions—spanning GEO, MEO, and LEO—provides a differentiated offering that can serve both commercial and defense customers. The demonstration also signals Gilat’s readiness to monetize its technology in high‑value markets such as in‑flight broadband and mission‑critical defense communications.
Financially, Gilat reported a 48% year‑over‑year revenue growth and maintained profitability, underscoring the commercial traction behind its technology. Recent contract wins—including a $39 million order for Sidewinder ESA terminals and a $9 million defense SATCOM contract—highlight the market demand for Gilat’s advanced solutions and reinforce the company’s revenue trajectory.
Chief R&D Officer Aharon Mullokandov said the milestone confirms Gilat’s vision to implement 3GPP standards for GEO, MEO and LEO orbits. He added that “satellite operators and mobile network operators will be able to expand coverage, improve resilience, and accelerate service deployment using Gilat’s multi‑orbit platform.” The company plans to bring the technology to market in the coming months, targeting both commercial and defense customers.
Overall, Gilat’s successful 5G NTN demonstration over a GEO satellite marks a pivotal moment for the company’s multi‑orbit strategy and positions it to capture new revenue streams in the rapidly evolving satellite communications landscape.
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