The results highlight Gilat's accelerating growth in in‑flight connectivity and defense, positioning it to capture expanding satellite‑based communications markets while its strengthened liquidity supports strategic investments.
Gilat's Q4 2025 performance underscores the rapid scaling of satellite‑based in‑flight connectivity (IFC) solutions, a market propelled by airlines’ demand for high‑bandwidth passenger services and operators’ shift to multi‑orbit architectures. The company’s SkyH4 platform secured a $42 million order and added new customers in Asia‑Pacific, illustrating how flexible, software‑defined ground networks are becoming essential for both GEO and LEO constellations. This momentum, combined with the integration of Stellar Blue’s ESA terminals, expands Gilat’s product portfolio and strengthens its foothold in the premium aviation connectivity segment.
On the defense side, Gilat leveraged its commercial technology to win higher‑margin contracts, reporting a 14% revenue increase and a 35% YoY rise in order bookings. The addition of an Earth Observation downlink system and continued growth in U.S. and allied defense programs reflect a broader industry trend toward resilient, portable satellite communications for contested environments. Gilat’s focus on R&D and strategic acquisitions positions it to meet rising defense budgets while diversifying revenue streams beyond the commercial market.
Financially, the company’s aggressive equity placement of $100 million, raising total capital to $166 million, improves liquidity and funds the backlog that underpins its 2026 outlook. Although GAAP gross margins contracted to 28% because of integration costs, non‑GAAP margins remain healthier, and adjusted EBITDA is projected to exceed $60 million. Investors should watch Gilat’s ability to translate its robust order book into higher margins and sustained profitability as satellite networks evolve toward higher throughput and 5G‑enabled services.
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