Gilat Successfully Demonstrates
Carrying 5G Traffic with Outstanding Performance over
Thaicom’s GEO HTS Satellite
October 29, 2020
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.
successfully demonstrated carrying 5G traffic with
outstanding performance over Thaicom’s GEO HTS
satellite. With this successful demonstration, Gilat’s
cellular backhaul solution is declared operational and
ready for implementation in the 5G architecture.
Superior user experience was
recorded using Gilat’s Capricorn PLUS VSAT in the live
demonstrations last month with two MNOs over Thaicom’s
IPSTAR GEO satellite. Using a 5G handset, a large number
of applications including: Browsing, Speedtest, Youtube
4K, VoLTE, ViLTE, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and
even communication with a drone providing a live video
stream, were tested with excellent results.
The tests were done with a number
of 5G architecture options, including Standalone (SA)
and Non-Standalone (NSA), using Gilat’s Capricorn PLUS
with adaptation of its patented GTP acceleration,
reaching speeds of 400 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload
and at times showing results better than the terrestrial
connection.
“We are excited with the results of
the close work with our partners in demonstrating the
extraordinary capabilities of our flagship VSAT,
Capricorn PLUS. We believe that these recorded results
of 400/100 Mbps to/from the 5G handset are unique in the
industry,” said Alik Shimelmits, Chief Technology and
Product Officer at Gilat. “This was successfully
demonstrated using Gilat’s Capricorn PLUS over Thaicom’s
GEO satellite and MNOs are invited to go ahead and
deploy Gilat’s solution for their 5G services.”
“I am very pleased that Thaicom and
Gilat have jointly achieved such a significant
milestone, further proving the strategic long-term
relationship between the companies,” said Abhay Kumar,
Regional Vice President Asia Pacific and Japan for
Gilat. “This strong partnership went a long way in
allowing us to demonstrate these remarkable 5G
capabilities and positions us well to deliver value to
MNOs as they embark on their journey to deliver
differentiated 5G services to the people around the
world.”
“Thaicom has deployed Gilat’s
multi-service platform across many MNOs over the years.
Gilat has been a very strong partner for Thaicom and we
highly value this relationship,” said Nile Suwansiri,
CCO Thaicom. “This demonstration of 5G capabilities in
Thailand will enable us to deliver very strong services
with our HTS IPSTAR satellite to address the MNOs
satellite-based 5G requirements.”
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