Gilat to Supply Broadband Consumer VSATs for the Joint Service of Tricolor TV and Eutelsat Networks
February 06 2017 - 11:07AM
Tricolor TV, Russia's largest Direct-to-Home (DTH) satellite TV
provider and Eutelsat Networks satellite internet operator have
launched a two-way internet access service, with broadband consumer
VSATs from Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ:GILT) (TASE:GILT),
a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions
and services. Gilat’s residential terminal kits are sold and
serviced by NoLimit Electronics (NLE) - one of the largest
distributors of electronic and related products in Russia.
Launched in September 2016, the two-way "satellite Internet"
service offers consumer and professional subscribers Internet
access with speeds of up to 40 Mbps downstream and 12 Mbps
upstream. To connect to the service, one needs to install receiving
equipment, Gilat’s Gemini broadband VSAT terminal, which can be
self-installed and supports automatic service activation. Later
this year, NLE is planning to offer Gilat's Scorpio VSAT, an
innovative VSAT-in-a-Box, all outdoor solution, which further
simplifies self-install, maintenance and easy roof mounting.
Satellite capacity is provided by Eutelsat's Express
AMU1/EUTELSAT 36C high throughput satellite, which delivers
continuous coverage throughout Western Russia. The Eutelsat service
is enabled by Gilat's scalable multi-application X-Architecture for
SkyEdge II-c.
"Satellite internet” services is a modern, technological product
that provides subscribers with access to high speed internet even
in regions where the use of alternative access methods to the
network are difficult," said Alexey Karpov, Director of Sales and
Subscriber Service at Tricolor TV. "By working together with
Eutelsat Networks, and with Gilat’s broadband consumer VSATs, we
can offer Russian customers high-quality and affordable broadband
access to the Internet."
"We commend Tricolor TV on the commercial launch of their
groundbreaking two-way broadband service for the consumer market,"
said Alexander Klimov, General Manager Russia at Gilat "We are
proud to be part of this endeavor and look forward to continued
close cooperation with our partners at Eutelsat and NLE in the
growing Russian communications market."
About Tricolor TVTricolor TV is the
largest digital TV operator broadcasting the TV channel
package (from the Eutelsat 36A/Eutelsat 36B satellites) in the
European part of the Russian Federation, as well
as in the territories of the Siberian district, the
Ural district and part of the Far Eastern District. At the end
of 2016, the active database of subscribers of Tricolor
TV reached more than 12.14 million subscriber homes,
and the number of HDTV subscribers
reached 8.5 million. By end of 2016 the company was
ranked as 5th largest worldwide Pay TV operators (HIS Technology,
2016).
About NLENoLimit Electronics (NLE) - reliable
business partner and professional distributor of a wide range of
new generation of electronics-related products, with a network of
stores in wholesale and warehouse format throughout the territory
of Russia. The company has a unique activity that allows
collaboration with representatives of small and medium businesses
as well as federal retailers. NLE-owned warehouses, shops and
extensive logistics network ensure the implementation of the basic
principle of the company – providing the maximum convenience for
purchasing. NLE was founded in 2008 and today operates in 49 cities
and 51 shops and service centers of the company are served by 7
distribution warehouses. As of now, the company is offering
more than 20 product families.
About GilatGilat Satellite Networks Ltd.
(NASDAQ:GILT) (TASE:GILT) is a leading global provider of
satellite-based broadband communications. With 30 years of
experience, we design and manufacture cutting-edge ground segment
equipment, and provide comprehensive solutions and end-to-end
services, powered by our innovative technology. Delivering high
value competitive solutions, our portfolio comprises of a cloud
based VSAT network platform, high-speed modems, high performance
on-the-move antennas and high efficiency, high power Solid State
Amplifiers (SSPA) and Block Upconverters (BUC). Gilat’s
comprehensive solutions support multiple applications with a full
portfolio of products to address key applications including
broadband access, cellular backhaul, enterprise, in-flight
connectivity, maritime, trains, defense and public safety, all
while meeting the most stringent service level requirements.
For more information, please visit: www.gilat.com
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