euNetworks First to Deploy 1.6 Tb/s Coherent Solution in Europe with Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 Extreme
euNetworks has achieved a European first by deploying a 1.6 Tb/s coherent solution using Ciena's WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) on its production network. The deployment was conducted on a 281km route from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf, part of euNetworks' Super Highway infrastructure. The company is pre-deploying Ciena's Waveserver platforms across 13,000 kilometers to deliver 400G and 100G services.
The WL6e technology, utilizing 3nm silicon technology, offers 50% reduction in space and power consumption per bit and 15% improvement in spectral efficiency compared to previous generations. The system's performance is enhanced by euNetworks' Super Highway infrastructure, which combines low-loss G.657A1 fiber with fewer in-line amplifier shelters.
euNetworks ha raggiunto un primo traguardo europeo implementando una soluzione coerente da 1,6 Tb/s utilizzando WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) di Ciena sulla sua rete di produzione. L'implementazione è stata effettuata su un percorso di 281 km da Amsterdam a Düsseldorf, parte dell'infrastruttura Super Highway di euNetworks. L'azienda sta predispongendo le piattaforme Waveserver di Ciena su 13.000 chilometri per fornire servizi da 400G e 100G.
La tecnologia WL6e, che utilizza tecnologia al silicio da 3nm, offre una riduzione del 50% dello spazio e del consumo energetico per bit e un miglioramento del 15% nell'efficienza spettrale rispetto alle generazioni precedenti. Le prestazioni del sistema sono ottimizzate dall'infrastruttura Super Highway di euNetworks, che combina fibra G.657A1 a bassa perdita con meno rifugi per amplificatori inline.
euNetworks ha logrado un primer hito europeo al implementar una solución coherente de 1.6 Tb/s utilizando WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) de Ciena en su red de producción. La implementación se realizó en una ruta de 281 km de Ámsterdam a Düsseldorf, parte de la infraestructura Super Highway de euNetworks. La empresa está predesplegando las plataformas Waveserver de Ciena a lo largo de 13,000 kilómetros para ofrecer servicios de 400G y 100G.
La tecnología WL6e, que utiliza tecnología de silicio de 3nm, ofrece una reducción del 50% en el espacio y el consumo de energía por bit y una mejora del 15% en la eficiencia espectral en comparación con generaciones anteriores. El rendimiento del sistema se mejora gracias a la infraestructura Super Highway de euNetworks, que combina fibra G.657A1 de baja pérdida con menos refugios de amplificadores en línea.
euNetworks는 Ciena의 WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e)를 사용하는 1.6 Tb/s 코히런트 솔루션을 생산 네트워크에 배포하여 유럽 최초의 성과를 달성했습니다. 이 배포는 암스테르담에서 뒤셀도르프까지 281km의 경로에서 이루어졌으며, euNetworks의 Super Highway 인프라의 일부입니다. 이 회사는 13,000킬로미터에 걸쳐 Ciena의 Waveserver 플랫폼을 사전 배포하여 400G 및 100G 서비스를 제공할 계획입니다.
3nm 실리콘 기술을 이용한 WL6e 기술은 이전 세대에 비해 비트당 공간과 전력 소비를 50% 줄이고 스펙트럼 효율성을 15% 향상시킵니다. 시스템 성능은 낮은 손실의 G.657A1 섬유와 더 적은 인라인 증폭기 피난처를 결합한 euNetworks의 Super Highway 인프라에 의해 강화됩니다.
euNetworks a réalisé une première en Europe en déployant une solution cohérente de 1,6 Tb/s utilisant WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) de Ciena sur son réseau de production. Le déploiement a été effectué sur un parcours de 281 km d'Amsterdam à Düsseldorf, qui fait partie de l'infrastructure Super Highway d'euNetworks. L'entreprise pré-déploie les plateformes Waveserver de Ciena sur 13 000 kilomètres pour offrir des services de 400G et 100G.
La technologie WL6e, utilisant une technologie de silicium de 3 nm, offre une réduction de 50 % de l'espace et de la consommation énergétique par bit et une amélioration de 15 % de l'efficacité spectrale par rapport aux générations précédentes. Les performances du système sont renforcées par l'infrastructure Super Highway d'euNetworks, qui combine une fibre G.657A1 à faible perte avec moins de refuges pour amplificateurs en ligne.
euNetworks hat einen europäischen Premierenerfolg erzielt, indem es eine kohärente Lösung mit 1,6 Tb/s unter Verwendung von Cienas WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) in seinem Produktionsnetzwerk implementiert hat. Der Einsatz erfolgte auf einer Strecke von 281 km von Amsterdam nach Düsseldorf, die Teil der Super Highway Infrastruktur von euNetworks ist. Das Unternehmen plant die Vorinstallation von Cienas Waveserver-Plattformen über 13.000 Kilometer, um 400G- und 100G-Dienste anzubieten.
Die WL6e-Technologie, die auf einer 3-nm-Siliziumtechnologie basiert, bietet eine Reduzierung des Platz- und Energieverbrauchs um 50% pro Bit und eine Verbesserung der spektralen Effizienz um 15% im Vergleich zu früheren Generationen. Die Leistung des Systems wird durch die Super Highway Infrastruktur von euNetworks verbessert, die niedrigverlustige G.657A1-Faser mit weniger Inline-Verstärkersheltern kombiniert.
- First successful deployment of 1.6 Tb/s wavelength in Europe
- 50% reduction in space and power consumption per bit
- 15% improvement in spectral efficiency
- 13,000 kilometers network expansion for 400G and 100G services
- Enhanced connectivity capabilities with reduced energy footprint
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Insights
This groundbreaking deployment of 1.6 Tb/s coherent solution represents a significant technological advancement in European telecommunications infrastructure. The implementation on euNetworks' 281km route delivers 50% reduction in space and power consumption per bit, while achieving 15% improvement in spectral efficiency. The integration of G.657A1 fiber with reduced inline amplifier shelters creates a more energy-efficient network architecture.
The pre-deployment of Waveserver platforms across 13,000 kilometers of network footprint positions Ciena (CIEN) advantageously in the European market. This technological leap demonstrates Ciena's leadership in optical networking solutions and could strengthen its competitive position against rivals. The successful commercial deployment validates WaveLogic 6 Extreme's capabilities and could accelerate adoption among other major network operators seeking similar efficiency gains.
Highest data transmission over European ‘Super Highway’
To facilitate ultrafast service turnup, euNetworks is pre-deploying Ciena’s Waveserver platforms, powered by WaveLogic coherent optics, over 13,000 kilometers of footprint, delivering 400G and 100G services for euNetworks’ data center, wholesale, and hyperscale customers across the Continent.
WL6e uses 3nm silicon technology to drive significant economic benefits for operators, including a
Kevin Dean, Interim Chief Executive Officer of euNetworks, said: “Our successful deployment of the first 1.6 Tb/s wavelength in
Jamie Jefferies, Vice President and General Manager, International, Ciena, said: “Our advanced WL6e technology empowers euNetworks to deliver enhanced connectivity to Europeans across their owned and operated network footprint. This deployment exemplifies the strong demand for our industry-leading solutions among the world’s top service providers. Together, we will continue to push the boundaries of what is possible, transforming the way we connect and driving digital transformation.”
About euNetworks
euNetworks is a critical bandwidth infrastructure company, owning and operating 18 fibre-based metropolitan networks connected with a high capacity intercity backbone covering 53 cities in 17 countries across
The company delivers services with an active commitment to sustainability and is focused on its path to being carbon emissions net zero, environmentally responsible supply chain management and working as a community and industry to collaborate on the environmental challenges ahead. For further information visit eunetworks.com.
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