Gilat Satellite Networks Acquires Most of Comtech’s Satellite & Space Communications Segment for $157.5 Million

Intuitive Machines to Acquire Goonhilly Earth Station and COMSAT to Expand Lunar Communications Network

May 15, 2026

Telecommunications

Intuitive Machines entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Goonhilly Earth Station and COMSAT to expand its integrated space-to-Earth communications network for lunar and deep space missions. The deal is expected to add 44 antennas and increase network availability for deep space communications, data relay, and PNT capabilities, with closing anticipated in Q3 2026 subject to approvals.

Gogo Inc. to Acquire Satcom Direct

September 30, 2024

Transportation

Gogo Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Satcom Direct to create a multi-orbit, multi-band global in-flight connectivity provider for business aviation and military/government mobility markets. The deal includes $375 million in cash and five million Gogo shares at closing, with potential additional payments of up to $225 million tied to performance thresholds over the next four years.

Gilat Satellite Networks Acquires Stellar Blu Solutions

June 17, 2024

Aerospace & Defense

Gilat Satellite Networks has acquired Stellar Blu Solutions, a U.S.-based provider of next-generation ESA-based SATCOM terminals for in-flight connectivity. Gilat paid $98 million at closing with up to $147 million of additional contingent cash payments tied to post-closing milestones; the deal strengthens Gilat's capabilities and market position in the commercial and business aviation IFC market.

Iridium Communications Acquires Satelles

March 4, 2024

Telecommunications

Iridium Communications has agreed to acquire Satelles, a provider of satellite-based Satellite Time and Location (STL) services that harden and complement GNSS timing and location systems. Iridium will pay about $115 million for the remaining ~80% of Satelles (it already owned ~20%), will fold STL into a new Iridium business line led by Satelles CEO Dr. Michael O'Connor, and expects the capability to drive significant service revenue growth.

Gilat Satellite Networks Acquires DataPath, Inc.

November 16, 2023

Aerospace & Defense

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. has completed the acquisition of DataPath, Inc., a U.S.-based provider of secure communications and satellite systems for the U.S. Department of Defense and other government customers. The deal, approved by both companies' boards and cleared by CFIUS, is intended to expand Gilat's presence in the defense market and create cross-selling and technology-integration synergies between the companies' satellite communications offerings.

Intelsat Acquires Gogo's Commercial Aviation Business

August 31, 2020

Telecommunications

Intelsat agreed to acquire the commercial aviation business of Gogo for $400 million in cash, combining Intelsat's global satellite network with Gogo's installed base of more than 3,000 commercial aircraft. The deal (approved by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia) is intended to expand Intelsat's in-flight broadband capabilities and deliver integrated IFEC solutions to airlines and passengers.