Gilat Secures Multimillion-Dollar Deal with Nelco for SkyEdge IV Deployment in India
Event summary
- Gilat Satellite Networks has secured a multimillion-dollar order from Nelco, a leading Satcom service provider in India.
- The deal involves the deployment of Gilat’s SkyEdge IV hub platform for advanced Ka-band services using the GSAT-N2 Ka-band HTS satellite.
- Deliveries are expected to span the next 12 months.
- The platform will support high-throughput satellite services for segments including Aero IFC, cellular backhaul, and enterprise connectivity in remote locations.
The big picture
This strategic partnership underscores the increasing demand for high-throughput satellite services in emerging markets like India. Gilat’s SkyEdge IV platform is designed to support scalable, high-performance connectivity, aligning with broader industry trends toward advanced satellite networking solutions. The deal highlights the growing importance of satellite-based broadband in sectors such as aviation, cellular backhaul, and enterprise connectivity, particularly in remote areas.
What we're watching
- Market Expansion
- How Gilat’s partnership with Nelco will position it in India’s growing satellite connectivity market.
- Technological Integration
- Whether SkyEdge IV’s multi-orbit capabilities will drive further adoption in diverse service segments.
- Competitive Dynamics
- The pace at which competitors will respond to Gilat’s advanced Ka-band service network in India.
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