e& UAE is expanding its network infrastructure in partnership with Ciena in a bid to support the next generation of digital services across the Middle East.
As a result, the telecom operator is deploying Ciena’s optical and software solutions to build a new Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) network.
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The upgraded network is designed to support the growing connectivity needs of hyperscalers, neoscalers and data centre operators, providing the bandwidth required for cloud services, AI workloads and other data-intensive applications.
e& UAE Chief Technology Officer, Marwan Bin Shakar: “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.
“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.”
Ciena, SVP and Chief Product and Technology Officer, Brodie Gage, said: “The Middle East is experiencing a surge in bandwidth demand, driven by the rapid expansion of various advanced digital applications.
“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.”
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