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Gilat wins $39M in linefit and retrofit orders for Sidewinder multi‑orbit ESA terminals

Gilat Satellite Networks has won $39 million in linefit and retrofit orders for its Sidewinder multi‑orbit electronically‑steered antenna (ESA) in‑flight connectivity terminals from a leading, unnamed satellite operator. The orders underline growing airline and business‑aviation demand for multi‑orbit IFC hardware and satellite network rollouts.

Discovered 2026-02-24T06:27:06.738324-08:00 | 2026-02-24T06:27:06.738324-08:00

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The $39M linefit and retrofit award underscores accelerating demand for multi‑orbit ESA in‑flight connectivity hardware and directly expands Gilat's commercial momentum; it follows Gilat's 48% revenue growth in 2025.
The order, booked with a leading satellite operator, complements recent equipment wins including a multimillion Sidewinder contract via a global avionics firm and an ~$11M SkyEdge ground platform sale, indicating operator and OEM adoption across airborne and ground segments.

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