Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. today announced it has been selected by JSAT Corporation to install a Skystar Advantage hub and two-way satellite communications network.
JSAT intends to use the VSAT equipment to provide shared-hub services to companies in a variety of industries throughout Japan. JSAT, Japan’s largest satellite operator and the largest satellite operator in Asia, supplies communications and broadcasting services through eight satellites positioned in seven orbital slots.
Norikazu Yabushita, Executive Officer for Sales & Marketing Group, said, “JSAT is confident that the demand for VSAT networking services in Japan will grow and is committed to becoming one of the country’s leading shared-hub service providers. Gilat’s two-way VSAT platform provides an excellent solution for the various types of applications we provide.”
Erez Antebi, Gilat’s General Manager for Asia, Africa and Pacific Rim, said, “With this agreement, we continue our strong relationship with Japan’s leading satellite operator. This contract also demonstrates Gilat’s continued expansion of its business in Japan. We look forward to working closely with JSAT to ensure the highest possible level of service for their company and their customers.”
Antebi Added, “Tens of thousands of users throughout Asia now have access to Gilat VSAT technology in the enterprise computing, rural telephony and Internet markets. It is rewarding to know that our technology will be used to bring the power of VSAT technology – with its data and voice applications – to users throughout Japan. Continuing our successful relationship with JSAT helps ensure we will maintain our leadership in the Japanese VSAT market.”
