# Gilat Satellite Networks defense contract expansion

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gilat-satellite-networks-defense-contract-expansion
> Updated: 2026-10-22T02:31:15.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Gilat Satellite Networks and its subsidiary, Gilat DataPath, have secured multiple defense-related contracts. Initially, the company obtained orders exceeding $8 million from the U.S. Department of War for field services and SATCOM system upgrades to support deployed military communications.

Subsequent developments indicate a significant increase in contract value, with the company securing over $32 million in total for its satellite communications technology. This includes the previous $8 million in U.S. Department of Defense orders for modernization and a separate order exceeding $10 million for the SkyEdge IV multi-orbit platform. Beyond defense, the company also announced a $28 million project in Peru to expand broadband connectivity.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Gilat Satellite Networks secures over $32 million in defense contracts

Gilat Satellite Networks has secured over $32 million in U.S. defense contracts for satellite system modernization, alongside a $28 million broadband expansion project in Peru.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gilat-satellite-networks-secures-over-32-million-in-defense-contracts

### 2026-10-07: Gilat DataPath secures $8 million in U.S. defense orders

Gilat DataPath received over $8 million in orders from the U.S. Department of War for SATCOM system upgrades and field services to support military communications.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gilat-datapath-secures-8-million-in-us-defense-orders

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