https://www.gccbusinessnews.com/ :e& UAE, the telecom arm of e&, is deploying Ciena’s next-generation optical and software solutions to build a high-capacity Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) network aimed at meeting rising traffic demand and supporting the next phase of digital growth.

The upgraded network is designed to deliver greater scalability, ultra-high capacity and low-latency connectivity to support advanced digital services. It will also help address growing bandwidth requirements across the Middle East while enabling high-speed, data-intensive connectivity for hyperscalers, neoscalers and data centre operators.

Under the deployment, e& UAE is using Ciena’s Reconfigurable Line System (RLS) and Waveserver platform equipped with WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) 1.6Tb/s coherent optics. The company is also implementing Ciena’s Navigator Network Control Suite to provide end-to-end network visibility and automation for intelligent, data-driven network operations.

The deployment builds on the long-standing partnership between both parties to expand next-generation digital infrastructure in the UAE.

“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.”

Brodie Gage, Senior Vice President, and Chief Product and Technology Officer, Ciena, said that, “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.”