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Chinese Satellite Solution Provider Taps Gilat to Power Fixed and Mobility Apps for Its HTS Network

Synertone, a Leading Chinese Satellite Solutions Provider, Selects Gilat to Enable Its Fixed and Mobile Offerings Throughout China in a $12 Million Deal

Hong Kong satellite solutions provider Synertone has entered into a $12 million deal with Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd for baseband equipment to enable both mobile and fixed applications on Synertone's HTS IPSTAR-based network

HONG KONG and PETAH TIKVA, Israel, Nov. 23, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ:GILT) (TASE:GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions and services, announced today that Synertone, a Hong Kong satellite solutions provider, has selected Gilat's baseband equipment to enable fixed and mobility applications on its HTS IPSTAR-based network, offering coverage throughout China. Synertone placed orders totaling approximately $12 million for Gilat's solutions.

"We are establishing a new level of satellite coverage in China. With Gilat's leading technology and expertise, we can now offer seamless broadband, enterprise, cellular backhaul and mobility services," said Synertone Chief Executive Officer Han Weining.

"This new HTS award by Synertone is yet another proof of our technology leadership and position in China. We are looking forward to a long-term partnership with Synertone, demonstrating our commitment to the Chinese market, supporting Synertone in bringing to market new mobility applications, rural broadband, and more," said Dov Baharav, Interim CEO and Chairman of the Board of Gilat.

Powering Synertone's network will be Gilat's SkyEdge II-c platform with X-Architecture. The VSATs used are part of Gilat's Capricorn suite of ultra-high-speed IP routers. The network is estimated to go live within six to twelve months.

Additionally, the MOU signed by Synertone and Gilat includes an option for advanced manufacturing and future R&D cooperation, should they agree to do so.

Source: Gilat release

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