CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 15, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Conterra Networks, a national leader in providing
fiber-optic network-based infrastructure and services, is
leveraging Ciena's industry-leading WaveLogic 5 Extreme (WL5e) to
deliver 400Gb/s wavelength services to carrier clients in
Texas, North Carolina, and Louisiana.
For nearly three decades, Conterra's professionals have been
designing, building, and operating new technology-based telecom
networks in the education, healthcare, enterprise, and carrier
industries throughout the U.S.
Conterra offers several distinct advantages to its clients. With
nodes strategically located in both major cities and mid-markets
for middle-mile connectivity, Conterra ensures comprehensive
coverage and accessibility. Additionally, being collocated in major
data centers, including Dallas and
Charlotte, Conterra provides
direct and efficient connections to key hubs, enhancing network
reliability and performance.
One notable advantage of Conterra's services is the swift
deployment of wave turnups, which are completed in hours rather
than weeks. This rapid deployment capability minimizes downtime and
accelerates the availability of high-speed connectivity for
clients, ensuring business continuity and operational
efficiency.
Moreover, Conterra has achieved a remarkable 30% increase in
fiber capacity without the need for extensive infrastructure
builds. This efficiency allows Conterra to meet the growing demands
for bandwidth without significant investments in new
infrastructure, translating into cost savings and enhanced
scalability for clients.
Mike Padula Jr., Vice President
of Carrier, Education, and Partner Sales, at Conterra Networks,
said: "I am proud to emphasize our collaboration with Ciena in
delivering advanced connectivity solutions to our carrier clients.
Ciena's industry leading WaveLogic 5 Extreme technology underpins
our 400Gb/s service, reflecting our dedication to innovation in the
telecommunications sector. Together, we are committed to providing
businesses with the high-performance network infrastructure
necessary for success in today's digital landscape, with Ciena
serving as a cornerstone in powering Conterra's optical
network."
"At Ciena, our innovation enables customers like Conterra
Networks, who are at the heart of everything we do, to leverage
existing infrastructure investments, do more with less, and swiftly
bring new high-capacity services to market in an environmentally
friendly way," said Kevin Sheehan,
CTO of the Americas, Ciena.
The network is managed via Ciena's Navigator Network Control
Suite, offering end-to-end visibility and assurance from a single
control point.
For more information about Conterra Networks, visit
conterra.com.
About Conterra Networks
Conterra Networks is a national leader in the design,
deployment, and operation of fiber-optic network-based services,
providing advanced high-capacity communications networks to
education, healthcare, government, carrier, and enterprise
customers across the United
States. With over 14,000 route miles of fiber and more than
8,000 on-net locations, Conterra offers a robust, flexible, and
secure fiber network backbone optimized for low-latency and
high-bandwidth applications. Conterra is owned by affiliates of APG
and Fiera Infrastructure. For more information, please visit
www.conterra.com.
About Ciena
Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) is a global leader in networking systems,
services, and software. We build the most adaptive networks in the
industry, enabling customers to anticipate and meet ever-increasing
digital demands. For three-plus decades, Ciena has brought our
humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation. Prioritizing
collaborative relationships with our customers, partners, and
communities, we create flexible, open, and sustainable networks
that better serve all users—today and into the future. For updates
on Ciena, follow us on Twitter @Ciena, LinkedIn, the Ciena Insights
blog, or visit www.ciena.com.
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