e& UAE builds future-ready DWDM network with Ciena

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e& UAE, the telecom arm of e&, is deploying Ciena’s next-generation optical and software solutions to build a future-ready, high-capacity Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) network. The upgrade will significantly expand network capacity and scalability, helping e& UAE meet rapidly growing bandwidth demands across the region and support the continued growth of advanced digital services.

The enhanced network will deliver the high-speed, data-intensive connectivity required by hyperscalers, neoscalers and data centre operators, providing the capacity and flexibility needed to support the region’s evolving digital infrastructure.

“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,” said e& UAE Chief Technology Officer, Marwan Bin Shakar. “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.”

“The Middle East is experiencing a surge in bandwidth demand, driven by the rapid expansion of various advanced digital applications,” said Brodie Gage, Senior Vice President, and Chief Product and Technology Officer, Ciena. “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.”

To support this network build, e& UAE is leveraging Ciena’s Reconfigurable Line System and Waveserver platform equipped with WaveLogic 6 Extreme 1.6Tb/s coherent optics. Additionally, Ciena’s Navigator Network Control Suite provides end-to-end network visibility and automation, an essential aspect of future intelligent and data-driven networks. This deployment builds on a long-standing relationship between e& UAE and Ciena focused on enabling next-generation digital infrastructure in the UAE.