[SatNews] Thousands of previously unconnected users in Spain will now have access to the Internet...

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq:GILT) has been selected by Spanish satellite operator HISPASAT to provide a new broadband satellite IP network based on Gilat's advanced SkyEdge II system. The network will enable the deployment of a broadband program as mandated by the Spanish government, and is planned to provide thousands of consumers across Spain with broadband Internet services. As part of the network, Gilat's SkyEdge II system supports 32APSK Adaptive Coding and Modulation transmission to maximize space segment efficiency. By leveraging SkyEdge II's full capabilities and HISPASAT's newly launched satellite - Hispasat 1E, HISPASAT will be able to offer residential customers high performance IP-based services. According to the agreement, Gilat's Sky Edge II system is scheduled to be fully operational by the summer of 2011. The system will also be used by HISPASAT to provide broadband communication services in North Africa and Latin America.