Gilat has been selected by JSC NC 'Kazsatnet', a Republic of Kazakhstan telecommunications company, to deploy a SkyEdge II broadband satellite network to complement its fiber and IP networks.

Gilat's Sky Edge II solution will provide JSC NC 'Kazsatnet' with an end-to-end solution for fiber backup and IP-connectivity, linking 14 regional centers in a multi-star topology to the SkyEdge II hub located in Astana.

The regional centers will deploy Gilat's high-performance NetEdge gateway solution, and together will connect over 200 VSATs in remote sites. The deployment will also include 14 of Wavestream's 40W Ku Band solid state BUCs (Block Upconverters).

"Gilat's ability to provide a scalable and reliable network solution has been a decisive factor in our selection process," said Mr. Kanat Abildin, Chairman of the Board of JSC NC 'Kazsatnet'.

"Featuring the unique capabilities of Gilat's NetEdge gateway, this project establishes a broad satellite network that can support a diverse range of broadband services with maximum bandwidth efficiency - allowing us to serve multiple customer profiles and scale the network as demand grows."

"We are proud to be selected by JSC NC 'Kazsatnet' for this important national project which allows us to continue with support of the Republic's ongoing demand for a robust IP infrastructure.

"We are excited to have Gilat's expertise in deploying multi-star networks receive once again the industry's vote of confidence," said Mr. Arie Rozichner, Gilat's Regional Vice President of Eurasia.

JSC NC 'Kazsatnet' is responsible for the implementation of short and long term programs in the area of telecommunications, responsible for the implementation of advanced informational technologies programs aimed at social-economic solutions, and the provisioning of unified policy for information security.

The Company provides a wide range of up-to-date communication services across the Republic of Kazakhstan.