NOTE 1: - GENERAL

Organization:

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. and its subsidiaries (the "Company") is a global provider of satellite-based broadband communications. The Company designs and manufactures ground-based satellite communications equipment, and provides comprehensive solutions and end-to-end services, powered by its technology. The Company’s portfolio includes a cloud-based satellite network platform, Very Small Aperture Terminals ("VSATs"), amplifiers, high-speed modems, high-performance on-the-move antennas, and high efficiency, high power Solid State Power Amplifiers ("SSPAs"), Block Upconverters ("BUCs") and Transceivers. The Company’s comprehensive solutions support multiple applications with a full portfolio of products to address key applications including broadband internet access, cellular backhaul over satellite, enterprise, social inclusion solutions, In-Flight Connectivity ("IFC"), maritime, trains, defense and public safety, all while meeting the most stringent service level requirements. The Company also provides connectivity services, internet access and telephony, to enterprise, government and residential customers utilizing both its own networks, and other networks that it installs, mainly based on Build Operate Transfer ("BOT") and Build Own Operate ("BOO") contracts. In these projects, the Company builds telecommunication infrastructure typically using fiber-optic and wireless technologies for the broadband connectivity. The Company also provides managed network services over VSAT networks owned by others.

The Company was incorporated in Israel in 1987 and launched its first generation VSAT in 1989.

As of June 30, 2023, the Company operates in three operating segments consisting of Satellite Networks, Integrated Solutions and Network Infrastructure and Services. For additional information, including major customers, geographic and segment information, see Note 10.

The Company depends on major suppliers to supply certain components and services for the production of its products or providing services. If these suppliers fail to deliver or delay the delivery of the necessary components or services, the Company will be required to seek alternative sources of supply. A change in suppliers could result in product redesign, manufacturing delays or services delays which could cause a possible loss of sales and additional incremental costs and, consequently, could adversely affect the Company's results of operations and financial position.

	c.	COVID-19 related government assistance - Under the provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the "CARES Act") the Company was eligible for a refundable Employee Retention Credit subject to certain criteria. As of June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, the Company had a $952 receivable balance from the United States government related to the CARES Act, which is presented within "Other current assets" on the Company's condensed interim consolidated balance sheets. In addition, the Company received additional COVID-19 related credits in different territories in which it operates which were not material to the Company’s condensed interim consolidated financial statements.

The recent military conflict between Russia and the Ukraine and the rising tensions between the U.S. and other countries, on the one hand, and Russia, on the other hand, caused major economic sanctions and export controls restrictions on Russia and various Russian entities to be imposed by the U.S., European Union and the United Kingdom commencing February 2022, and additional sanctions and restrictions may be imposed in the future. These sanctions and restrictions may restrict the Company’s business in Russia, which mainly includes exports to Russia, and may delay or prevent the Company from collecting funds and perform money transfers from Russia. While the Company’s business in Russia is of limited in scope, these restrictions may cause a reduction of the Company’s sales and financial results. In addition, The Company receives manufacturing services from a global manufacturer’s facility in the Ukraine. While the manufacturer assured the Company that the operations of the plant have not been interrupted by the military situation in the Ukraine and has a recovery plan in place, there is no assurance that negative developments in the area in the future will not disrupt the Company’s business and materially adversely affect it.

On March 8, 2023, the Company signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of DataPath Inc., a U.S.-based expert systems integrator with a strong focus on the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and the U.S. government sectors. The closing of the transaction is subject to certain regulatory approvals, including the receipt of clearance of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States ("CFIUS"), and other customary closing conditions. The acquisition is expected to be closed by the end of 2023. See note 15.