Gilat Satellite Networks, a satellite networking technology, solutions, and services leader, announced that Entel S.A. has given Gilat a letter of award for equipment and services. Entel S.A. is Bolivia’s largest telecom operator and satellite network operator.

The terms of the over $12 million project stipulate that Gilat will supply Entel S.A. with a SkyEdge II VSAT platform, including HUB and VSATs, Teleport, DTH and solar solutions. Additionally, professional services for the central site installation, project management, and training are included within the scope of the project.

The Bolivian government’s national digital inclusion initiative utilizes the network throughout its operations, and the network will also operate the first Bolivian communications satellite, Tupac Katari, scheduled to be launched in December 2013.

“We are very pleased to have received this new project award letter from Entel,” said Erez Antebi, CEO of Gilat Satellite Networks. “With our established presence in Latin American and extensive experience deploying satellite networks for internet access, we believe that our reliable and flexible solution will ensure the success of this project.”

Entel Bolivia is using Gilat technology in other projects, including a recent order to expand an existing SkyEdge II network for 3G cellular backhaul.

For further information, please visit www.gilat.com

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