Gilat Demonstrates 5G NTN End-to-End Connectivity over GEO Satellite

Milestone validates VSAT and Hub standardized 3GPP-Compliant 5G NTN technologies for satellite and mobile network operators

PETAH TIKVA, Israel, Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions, and services, today announced the successful demonstration of 3GPP-compliant 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) connectivity over a Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) satellite.

The demonstration validated the delivery of end-to-end high performance standardized 5G NTN services over existing GEO satellite infrastructure, representing a significant step toward seamless terrestrial–non-terrestrial network integration. More specifically, the demonstration confirmed key 5G NTN capabilities required for GEO operation, including 5G NTN VSAT and Hub technologies, latency compensation and protocol optimizations, addressing one of the primary technical challenges of 5G NTN over GEO satellites.

For mobile network operators, this milestone demonstrates how 5G NTN can complement terrestrial networks, providing ubiquitous connectivity where traditional cellular coverage is unavailable or impractical.

“Our vision is to implement 3GPP standards for GEO, MEO and LEO orbits,” said Aharon Mullokandov, Chief R&D Officer at Gilat. “Satellite operators and mobile network operators will be able to expand coverage, improve resilience, and accelerate service deployment.   Gilat continues to advance its 5G NTN roadmap with further trials, ecosystem partnerships, and commercial solutions across GEO and non-GEO satellite environments.”

About Gilat

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT) is a leading global provider of satellite-based broadband communications. With over 35 years of experience, we develop and deliver deep technology solutions for satellite, ground, and new space connectivity, offering next-generation solutions and services for critical connectivity across commercial and defense applications. We believe in the right of all people to be connected and are united in our resolution to provide communication solutions to all reaches of the world.

Together with our wholly owned subsidiaries Gilat Wavestream, Gilat DataPath, and Gilat Stellar Blu, we offer integrated, high-value solutions supporting multi-orbit constellations, Very High Throughput Satellites (VHTS), and Software-Defined Satellites (SDS) via our Commercial and Defense Divisions. Our comprehensive portfolio is comprised of a software-defined platform and modems, high-performance satellite terminals, advanced Satellite On-the-Move (SOTM) antennas and ESAs, highly efficient, high-power Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPA) and Block Upconverters (BUC) and includes integrated ground systems for commercial and defense markets, field services, network management software, and cybersecurity services.

Gilat’s products and tailored solutions support multiple applications including government and defense, IFC and mobility, cellular backhaul, enterprise, aerospace and critical infrastructure clients all while meeting the most stringent service level requirements. For more information, please visit:

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