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In a groundbreaking development for Pakistan’s telecommunications sector, Nokia and Cybernet have successfully deployed the country’s first commercial network capable of 600 gigabits per second (Gbps) per wavelength. This significant upgrade to Pakistan’s digital infrastructure marks a new era in high-speed connectivity and data transmission capabilities.
The newly implemented Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) network connects Cybernet’s primary metro sites, enabling the company to meet growing consumer and enterprise demands for fast, reliable broadband services across Pakistan. With this enhancement, Cybernet can now scale its total network capacity to an impressive 28 terabits per second (Tbps).
Cybernet has also expanded its global reach by establishing international points of presence (POPs) in strategic locations including Oman, France, the United Arab Emirates, and Singapore. These POPs are equipped with Nokia’s advanced routing technology, specifically the 7750 SR and 7250 IXR routers, to provide a range of IP peering services.
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The deployment utilizes Nokia’s PSS 1830 optical transport platform and incorporates an integrated Reconfigurable Optical Add-Drop Multiplexer (ROADM) architecture based on flexgrid technology. This setup optimizes network reach and efficiency. Nokia’s WaveSuite service enablement automation software further enhances operational efficiencies.
Maroof Ali Shahani, Chief Operating Officer of Cybernet, highlighted the benefits of Nokia’s PSE-Vs chipset with super-coherent optical engines, stating that it allows for efficient and cost-effective capacity growth to meet increasing customer demands.
Manuel Ortiz Fernandez, Vice President of EMEA Webscale business at Nokia, emphasized the importance of high-speed optical networks in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. He expressed excitement about bringing Pakistan its first 600G optical network, which enhances Cybernet’s data transfer capabilities, reduces latency, improves network reliability, and achieves significant cost savings.
This technological leap is expected to have far-reaching impacts on Pakistan’s digital economy, enabling businesses and consumers to access faster and more reliable internet services.
