Fibre optics stories

CommScope has unveiled the Propel XFrame solution, a modular, compact fibre frame aimed at transforming high-performance data centre management.

Superloop has appointed Jason Ashton as Group Executive for Corporate Development & Smart Communities, boosting its leadership team.

EonFibre has commenced operations, providing high-capacity wholesale fibre services across New Zealand, powered by cutting-edge technology from Ciena.

Fibreplus partners with VIAVI Solutions to distribute fibre optic testing instruments in the UK, enhancing services with a fully-equipped repair centre and expanded hire fleet.

Infinera's simulated network evaluations with Telstra InfraCo's optical fibre demonstrated unprecedented capacity for long-distance routes, promising enhanced connectivity.

HUBER+SUHNER unveils upgraded Global Navigation Satellite System that provides precise time synchronisation; an asset for businesses, trading firms and banks, reducing data errors.

VIAVI Solutions introduced the first entirely automated probe microscope to its fibre optic testing solutions. The INX 760 speeds up inspection, boosting field operation efficiency.

Infinera announces commercial availability of a superior, next-gen multi-haul optical line system on its GX Series, boasting top-tier adaptability and efficiency for large-scale operators.

Bluebird Network has completed an ambitious fibre optic river crossing beneath the Mississippi, connecting St Louis and Illinois. The move enhances connectivity and preserves local history.

Critical infrastructure firms can align geospatial designs across planning, design, and construction teams to dramatically improve deployment efficiency.

Kao Data appoints David Bloom as new Chairman to steer strategic growth in UK and Europe. Bloom brings extensive experience in technology and data centres.

Covering financial all-optical data centre interconnect and financial all-optical campus scenarios, the solution helps upgrade finance communication networks.

Huawei and Masdar City released the High-Quality 10 GBps CloudCampus: Net Zero Campus White Paper at Huawei Network Summit 2023.

The FTTx tester demand is anticipated to be valued at US$13.9 billion in 2022, forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 7% to US$27.34 billion from 2022 to 2032.

The global submarine optical fibre cable market's revenue is projected to increase from its current value of US$20.6 billion in 2023.

The new fibre-optic cable deployed along the Tunnel provides access to the most fibre-connected data centres between the UK and mainland Europe.

The fibre optic test equipment market is to be US$923 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$1,779.9 million by 2033, with a 6.8% CAGR.

The growth in the market could be attributed to the increase in demand for fiber cable networks and fiber optic cable types.

Quantifi Photonics has acquired SmarTest Electronics to fast-track product development for the optical communications test market.

In this interview, Fluke Networks product marketing manager Mark Mullins explains the company’s role in maintaining critical cabling infrastructure.