Vodafone Turkey deploys Adtran optical cesium solution in national timing network
- Vodafone Turkey partners with Adtran to deploy advanced synchronization solution for resilient network timing
- ePRTC+™ technology exceeds international standards, providing stability during GNSS signal disruptions
- The solution combines optical cesium atomic clocks with existing core grandmaster clock devices, offering enhanced redundancy and high-performance frequency stability
- Vodafone Turkey strategically deploys the system across five sites, surpassing current ITU-T G.811.1 standards
- The deployment sets new benchmarks in network reliability and service quality
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Telecommunications infrastructure is the backbone of modern digital services, with precise synchronization being crucial for network reliability, especially as operators transition to 5G. The deployment of Adtran's Oscilloquartz ePRTC+™ technology by Vodafone Turkey represents a significant enhancement in network resilience. The ability to maintain synchronization without GNSS data for up to 55 days is a notable improvement over the ITU-T G.811.1 standard, which specifies network performance criteria for time and frequency synchronization.
The optical cesium atomic clock technology employed offers superior stability compared to magnetic cesium clocks, which is critical for emerging applications that require high precision, such as autonomous vehicles, IoT devices and financial transactions. This deployment could set a precedent for other service providers seeking to bolster their network against GNSS vulnerabilities, including natural disasters or malicious attacks.
From a security standpoint, the reliance on GNSS signals for network timing presents a single point of failure that can be exploited. GNSS signals are susceptible to jamming and spoofing, which can disrupt critical infrastructure. By integrating Adtran’s Oscilloquartz ePRTC+™ solution, Vodafone Turkey is mitigating this risk, thereby enhancing the security posture of its network.
The modular design of the solution, which includes secured management capabilities like SNMP, is essential for not only maintaining synchronization but also ensuring the network can be managed safely and efficiently. This is particularly relevant in the context of cybersecurity where network management interfaces can be vectors for attack. The investment in such technology reflects a proactive approach to network security, which is becoming increasingly important as the threat landscape evolves.
The financial implications of deploying advanced synchronization solutions like Adtran's ePRTC+™ are multifaceted. For Vodafone Turkey, the initial capital expenditure is likely significant given the cutting-edge nature of the technology. However, the long-term operational cost savings from reduced outages and maintenance, coupled with the potential for increased revenue from enhanced service offerings, could justify the investment.
In the broader market, Adtran's position as a provider of an industry-first solution could bolster its competitive edge, potentially leading to increased market share and revenue growth. Investors and stakeholders in the telecommunications sector should monitor the adoption rate of such technologies, as they may signal shifts in operational priorities and the landscape of service offerings.
News summary:
- Leading service provider required ultra-reliable synchronization solution able to provide sustained holdover when GNSS data is unavailable
- Adtran’s Oscilloquartz ePRTC+™ technology brings long-term stability to Vodafone Turkey’s nationwide synchronization network
- Industry-first solution greatly exceeds international standards for protecting critical timing services against possible GNSS unavailabilities
Vodafone Turkey is using Adtran’s optical cesium solution to bring new levels of resilient timing to its nationwide network (Photo: Business Wire)
“Our new solution injects outstanding reliability and precision into our national synchronization network. It’s a key step in our 5G strategy, enhancing service performance and equipping us to address emerging timing challenges. Now we can guarantee a seamless user experience as we provide more customers with access to data-intensive applications and uninterrupted high-quality video streaming,” said Yago Lopez, network director at Vodafone Turkey. “Threats to GNSS are multiplying, so we need to harness technology that bolsters the resilience of our entire timing network. We’ve also seen the impact that devastating natural disasters can have on GNSS accuracy and availability. That’s why Adtran’s Oscilloquartz ePRTC+™ technology is so crucial. It safeguards synchronization input for our network and ensures it remains stable in the most challenging conditions.”
For enhanced redundancy, Vodafone Turkey is strategically deploying Adtran’s Oscilloquartz ePRTC+™ across five different sites. Central to the solution are the Oscilloquartz OSA 3350 ePRC+™, which utilizes optical pumping technology to achieve high-performance frequency stability, and Vodafone Turkey’s existing core grandmaster clocks, the OSA 5430 and OSA 5440. Along with the Oscilloquartz clock combiner, these components form the complete ePRTC+™ system. Capable of maintaining 100 nanoseconds holdover for at least 45 days, and typically up to 55 days, it surpasses current ITU-T G.811.1 standards. The solution provides Vodafone Turkey with optimal stability, outperforming the lifespan of other high-performance magnetic cesium clocks. It also features a modular design, which includes a wide range of synchronization output interfaces and supports secured management capabilities, including SNMP – essential for efficient network management and security.
“With its deployment of our ePRTC+™ system, Vodafone Turkey is introducing next-level timing resilience into its network. This helps ensure every customer has seamless and uninterrupted access to some of the fastest mobile services available,” commented Stuart Broome, GM of EMEA sales at Adtran. “Combining our grandmaster GNSS receivers with our ultra-accurate OSA 3350 ePRC+™ ensures protection for Vodafone Turkey’s timing and synchronization operations with the industry’s longest holdover. It will help Vodafone Turkey set new benchmarks in network reliability and service quality.”
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ADTRAN Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADTN and FSE: QH9) is the parent company of Adtran, Inc., a leading global provider of open, disaggregated networking and communications solutions that enable voice, data, video and internet communications across any network infrastructure. From the cloud edge to the subscriber edge, Adtran empowers communications service providers around the world to manage and scale services that connect people, places and things. Adtran solutions are used by service providers, private enterprises, government organizations and millions of individual users worldwide. ADTRAN Holdings, Inc. is also the largest shareholder of Adtran Networks SE, formerly ADVA Optical Networking SE. Find more at Adtran, LinkedIn and X.
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