e& UAE is deploying Ciena’s next-generation optical networking and software solutions to expand its Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) network, as the operator looks to meet growing demand for bandwidth across the UAE and wider Middle East.
The new network is designed to increase capacity and scalability while supporting data-intensive connectivity requirements from hyperscalers, neoscalers and data centre operators. The deployment is intended to strengthen the operator’s optical transport infrastructure as demand for advanced digital services continues to grow.
“This new DWDM network represents a significant step forward in the capacity and scalability of our infrastructure, helping the region respond to rapidly growing bandwidth demand,” said e& UAE Chief Technology Officer, Marwan Bin Shakar. “We selected Ciena because of its proven leadership in high-capacity optical networking and its ability to deliver scalable, resilient and low-latency infrastructure. With Ciena’s technology, we can provide customers across the Middle East with connectivity designed to support their evolving needs.”
The deployment includes Ciena’s Reconfigurable Line System (RLS), the Waveserver platform equipped with WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) 1.6Tb/s coherent optics, and the Navigator Network Control Suite, which provides end-to-end network visibility and automation.
According to Ciena, bandwidth demand in the region is being driven by the continued expansion of advanced digital applications.
“The Middle East is experiencing a surge in bandwidth demand, driven by the rapid expansion of various advanced digital applications,” said Brodie Gage, Senior Vice President, and Chief Product and Technology Officer, Ciena. “It’s clear that e& UAE’s next-generation network will transform the region and help position the company to stay ahead of today’s and tomorrow’s evolving digital requirements. By leveraging Ciena’s leading technology, e& is future-proofing its network to support the continued digital evolution and growing capacity demands.”
The deployment builds on the long-standing partnership between e& UAE and Ciena to develop next-generation digital infrastructure in the UAE.
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