Gilat Satellite Networks
Israeli satellite communications company providing military SATCOM systems to the IDF and global defence forces. Founded by IDF veterans who met during military service.
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Direct contracts with Israel Ministry of Defense for IDF SATCOM systems during active military operations. Founded by IDF veterans creates inherent military association.
Heavy reliance on defence contracts creates vulnerability to divestment campaigns and government procurement reviews. Dual-listed on NASDAQ and TASE exposes company to international investor pressure.
Military communications systems supporting IDF operations may implicate company in potential war crimes under international humanitarian law. ICC investigation of Israeli military operations creates legal exposure for suppliers.
Concentrated defence revenue stream vulnerable to contract cancellation precedents. International expansion into US DoD creates additional scrutiny points for activists.
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Gilat Satellite Networks represents a strategic G2B target as an Israeli-headquartered defence contractor providing mission-critical SATCOM systems to the IDF and international military forces. Founded in 1987 by IDF veterans who met during military service, the company has deep institutional ties to Israeli defence establishment and recently formalised this through a dedicated Defense Division in February 2025.
Key Leverage Points
- Direct IDF Contracts: Multiple contracts with Israel Ministry of Defense in 2025 totalling over $8M+ for IDF SATCOM systems, with CEO explicitly stating Israeli defence is a "strategic priority." These systems enable military communications during active operations.
- Dual Stock Listing: Listed on both NASDAQ and TASE, creating exposure to international investor pressure and divestment campaigns. Institutional shareholders can be targeted with ESG concerns about military complicity.
- US Government Dependency: Significant US DoD contracts through DataPath subsidiary ($7M+ field services, potentially $70M over 5 years) create pressure points through Congressional oversight and government procurement review.
- IDF Founding Heritage: Company founded by veterans of confidential IDF project (Israel Defense Prize winners) creates unavoidable association with Israeli military apparatus regardless of current operations.
Evidence Summary
In 2025 alone, Gilat Defense secured multiple contracts from Israel's Ministry of Defense: $8M+ in July for strategic defence communications and a multimillion contract in August for advanced SATCOM systems with deliveries scheduled before year end. The company's own press releases confirm these systems are "tailored to meet the operational requirements of Israel's defense forces" and designed for "harsh and unpredictable environments" - language consistent with active military deployment.
Concurrently, Gilat DataPath maintains significant US Department of Defense contracts, including a $7M base contract with potential $70M value over five years for US Army field services, plus $7M+ for transportable SATCOM terminals. The company describes its DKET 3421 terminals as "combat-proven" equipment. This dual-track strategy of simultaneously supplying IDF and US military forces makes Gilat vulnerable to coordinated international pressure campaigns.
Engagement Strategy
Focus campaigns on institutional investors holding NASDAQ-listed shares, emphasising ESG concerns about direct IDF contracts during ongoing military operations and potential ICC legal exposure. Target US government procurement officials and Congressional representatives with evidence of Israeli defence priorities potentially conflicting with US interests. Coordinate with broader Israeli defence sector divestment campaigns (Elbit, IAI, Rafael) to establish consistent messaging about communications infrastructure enabling military operations. The strategic goal is divestment and contract cancellation rather than product substitution - there is no ethical alternative to military communications systems supporting IDF operations.
Evidence & Sources
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Gilat DataPath received $7M+ orders for transportable SATCOM terminals for US Army through GTACS II vehicle. WGS-certified DKET 3421 described as 'combat-proven' equipment.
Open sourceGilat Defense awarded multimillion dollar contract for delivery and integration of advanced strategic defence SATCOM systems for Israeli Ministry of Defense. Deliveries expected before end of 2025.
Open sourceGilat Defense awarded $8M+ contract for IDF SATCOM systems. CEO Landsberg stated: 'The Israeli defense market was identified as a strategic priority for Gilat.'
Open sourceGilat Defense secured $6M contract to provide SkyEdge II-c platform to military organisation in Asia-Pacific for fixed and mobility sites.
Open sourceGilat formed dedicated Defense Division integrating Gilat, Gilat DataPath, Gilat Wavestream, and Gilat Stellar Blu to target government and defence SATCOM market. Focus on US DoD and allied forces.
Open sourceThe Defense Post reports on US DoD contracts with Gilat's DataPath subsidiary for military satellite communications equipment.
Open sourceWikipedia documents Gilat was founded by Yoel Gat, Amiram and Yehoshua Levinberg, Shlomo Tirosh and Gideon Kaplan, who met during IDF military service on a confidential project that earned the Israel Defense Prize.
Open sourceUpdates & Milestones
- $7M+ US Army Contracts
Gilat DataPath receives $7M+ orders for transportable SATCOM terminals to US Army, plus $7M field services contract (potential $70M over 5 years).
- Multimillion Israel MOD Strategic Contract
Second major contract from Israel MOD for advanced strategic defence SATCOM project. Systems to be deployed before end of 2025.
- $8M+ Israel MOD Contract
Gilat Defense awarded $8M+ contract from Israel Ministry of Defense for IDF SATCOM systems. CEO states Israeli defence market is 'strategic priority'.
- $6M Asia-Pacific Military Contract
Gilat Defense secures $6M contract for SkyEdge II-c platform to unnamed military organisation in Asia-Pacific region.
- Defense Division Launched
Gilat forms dedicated Defense Division integrating subsidiaries (DataPath, Wavestream, Stellar Blu) to target US DoD and allied military markets. Gilad Landsberg appointed President.
- NASDAQ IPO
Gilat goes public on NASDAQ, raising $28 million. Begins international expansion of satellite communications business.
- Company Founded by IDF Veterans
Gilat Satellite Networks founded by veterans who met during IDF military service working on confidential defence project. Project earned Israel Defense Prize.