Get SAT & EutelsatNS Forge Alliance for Multi-Orbit Defense Comms

REHOVOT, Israel and HOUSTON – May 19, 2026 – In a significant move to enhance military and government communications, Israeli terminal manufacturer Get SAT and satellite provider Eutelsat Network Solutions (EutelsatNS) have announced a strategic partnership. The alliance formalizes the integration of Get SAT’s advanced Aero Blade satellite terminals with Eutelsat’s OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation, creating a unified solution that promises unprecedented flexibility and resilience for tactical operators.

This collaboration directly addresses the growing demand from defense agencies for communication systems that are not reliant on a single satellite architecture. By providing seamless access to both the high-speed, low-latency OneWeb LEO network and various high-altitude Geostationary (GEO) satellites, the partnership offers a robust solution already being delivered to the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force.

A New Era of Tactical Flexibility

The core of the partnership lies in eliminating the “either-or” dilemma that has long constrained mission planners. Traditionally, operators had to choose between the benefits of different satellite orbits—the low signal delay of LEO or the vast, stable coverage of GEO. This new integrated system allows them to dynamically leverage the best of both worlds through a single, compact terminal.

At the heart of this capability is Get SAT’s Electronically Steerable Antenna (ESA) technology. Unlike traditional parabolic dishes that must physically move to track satellites, ESAs can steer their beams electronically, allowing for near-instantaneous switching between satellites and even entire constellations. The Aero Blade series, designed specifically for airborne platforms like UAVs and manned aircraft, uses this technology to connect to Eutelsat's Ku-band OneWeb LEO network and then transition to a GEO network as mission requirements or environmental conditions change.

"The core of this partnership is freedom of choice and operational resilience," said Kfir Benjamin, CEO of Get SAT, in the announcement. "Our Aero Blade series allows operators to leverage the low latency and high throughput of Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO constellation alongside the reach of other GEO networks all through a single, compact terminal."

This multi-orbit capability provides a critical layer of redundancy. In a contested electronic warfare environment where an adversary might attempt to jam satellite signals, the ability to switch orbits provides a powerful countermeasure, ensuring that vital communication links for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) and command and control remain open.

Strategic Positioning in a Booming Market

The alliance is a calculated move in the rapidly evolving and highly competitive defense SATCOM market. Industry analysts project explosive growth, with some estimates suggesting the market could surge from approximately $4.8 billion in 2024 to over $14 billion by 2035. This growth is largely driven by the military’s shift toward network-centric warfare and the need for resilient, high-bandwidth connectivity at the tactical edge.

The partnership strategically positions both companies. Get SAT, which was acquired by French aerospace giant Thales in 2024, gains a powerful channel to market through EutelsatNS. EutelsatNS, operating as the U.S. proxy for the global Eutelsat Group, can now offer a field-proven, multi-orbit terminal solution to its core U.S. government and allied customers.

This collaboration also reflects a broader industry trend of responding to the market disruption caused by SpaceX's Starlink. While Starlink has demonstrated the power of LEO connectivity, defense clients are increasingly seeking diversified, sovereign, and highly secure alternatives. The Get SAT-EutelsatNS solution provides just that, combining the commercial innovation of OneWeb’s LEO network with the security assurances provided by EutelsatNS’s status as a trusted U.S. government partner.

Major competitors, including SES Space & Defense, Viasat, and Intelsat, are also aggressively pursuing multi-orbit strategies, often through their own partnerships and technology integrations. The market is coalescing around the consensus that a hybrid network approach is the future of resilient military communications.

"The ability to offer a truly flexible, multi-orbit solution is a game-changer for tactical communications," stated Ian Canning, president and CEO of EutelsatNS. "[It provides] the US Army, the US Air Force, and other allied partners with the agility they need to succeed."

From Lab to Battlefield: Enhancing Operator Capabilities

The announcement is not merely theoretical; it follows a series of successful deployments and product deliveries to branches of the U.S. military. This proven field-readiness underscores the technical maturity of the Aero Blade terminals in demanding land and air domains. For the warfighter on the ground or the pilot in the air, this technology translates into tangible operational advantages.

The low-profile design and efficiency in size, weight, and power (SWaP) of the Aero Blade series are critical for tactical platforms where space and power are at a premium. Integrating high-bandwidth LEO access into an aerodynamically optimized form factor means that smaller UAVs and other aircraft can now be equipped with connectivity capabilities previously reserved for larger platforms.

This enhanced connectivity ensures that high-definition ISR video can be transmitted in real-time without the lag associated with traditional GEO links, enabling faster decision-making. For ground forces, it means more reliable communication for coordinating movements and calling for support in remote or contested areas. The inherent resilience of being able to failover from a congested LEO network to a stable GEO backbone provides a level of assurance that is invaluable during critical missions.

While specific operational feedback remains classified, the adoption by the U.S. Army and Air Force serves as a powerful endorsement, signaling that the technology has met the rigorous standards required for modern military use. This alliance signals a definitive shift, where the agility of commercial innovation becomes an indispensable asset in the arsenal of modern defense.