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Orange Belgium Picks Teleste, CommScope and Nokia to Upgrade Network

Orange Belgium is preparing its gigabit fixed internet access network for the connectivity requirements of the future. By investing in Distributed Access Architecture (DAA) and next-gen network technologies together with Teleste, CommScope and Nokia.

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In its bid to consolidate its position as network leader, Orange Belgium is already preparing its gigabit fixed internet access network for the connectivity requirements of the future. By investing in Distributed Access Architecture (DAA) and next-generation network technologies together with Teleste, CommScope and Nokia, Orange Belgium is strengthening its position as a leading provider of innovative high-capacity broadband solutions.

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As outlined in its 'Lead the Future' strategy, Orange Belgium wants its fixed network in Wallonia and six Brussels municipalities to consist of two-thirds Fiber to the Premises (FTTP) and one-third Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC) by 2040, paving the way for speeds of 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps.

Orange Belgium Picks Teleste, CommScope and Nokia

After the DOCSIS 3.1 technology, currently being rolled out to reach 1 Gbps, Orange Belgium will now upgrade its HFC network to Distributed Access Architecture (DAA). This transformation will cover at least 34% of the footprint in Wallonia and Brussels and is only possible thanks to partnerships with Teleste, CommScope and Nokia:
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• Teleste provides the RPD (Remote PHY Device);
• CommScope provides the Auxiliary Video Core and Video Engine; and
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• Nokia supplies the CIN (Converged Interconnect Network) component.
 
DAA is a major evolution for hybrid fiber networks, decentralizing and virtualizing headend and network functions. It uses the widespread fiber network and lays the foundation for 10 Gbps technologies. The upgrade has a number of major advantages:
 
• improved service agility and reliability;
• higher capacity;
• improved energy efficiency;
• up to 70% less hub space and 50% less hub power required;
• better use of fiber optic capacity thanks to WDM (Wavelength Division Multiplexing) technologies.
 
Philippe Toussaint, Chief Technology Officer at Orange Belgium: “By embracing Distributed Access Architecture, Orange Belgium is strengthening its leadership in broadband innovation and responding to the needs of tomorrow, today. This upgrade not only paves the way for broadband up to 10 Gbps, but also improves energy efficiency and capacity utilization, in line with our commitment to a sustainable world. With these investments, we are laying the foundation for a more agile, reliable and high-performance network that meets the demands of the future.”
 
Hanno Narjus, Senior Vice President at Teleste Networks: "We are excited to be part of this transformation that will give Orange Belgium customers access to multigigabit internet of exceptional quality. This upgrade is a strategic step in Orange Belgium's mission to offer speeds of up to 10 Gbps over the existing cable infrastructure. It is an environmentally friendly approach that allows for a rapid cascade of network upgrades. Our Teleste Remote PHY devices are developed according to open DOCSIS specifications. They guarantee full interoperability within the ecosystem and offer Orange Belgium full freedom to implement its network investment plans as it sees fit."
 
Guy Sucharczuk, SVP & President Access Network Solutions, CommScope: “VUE video core and Video Topology Manager (VTM) are two platforms from CommScope that will help ease the transition to Distributed Access Architecture. With the deployment of VUE and VTM, Orange Belgium will have an agile, highly scalable video core and a centralized DAA management solution that will simplify the handling of video transmission and better manage the Distributed Access Architecture topology, with minimal service interruptions. Together, VUE and VTM will provide Orange Belgium with significant benefits when implementing the new Distributed Access Architecture technology in its existing network.”
 
Matthieu Bourguignon, Senior Vice President and Head of Enterprise - Europe for Network Infrastructure at Nokia: "Orange Belgium is fully committed to meeting the growing demand for fast, energy-efficient connectivity by renewing its fixed internet access network with a converged multi-service network designed to support broadband, mobile backhaul and B2B services. Thanks to Nokia's 7250 IXR Interconnect Routers, Orange has a scalable, high-capacity solution that supports the transition to faster broadband services. At the same time, their deployment seamlessly aligns with Orange's sustainability objectives by significantly reducing energy consumption and hub space. All this guarantees the quality, security and adaptability needed to meet any service mix at any time."
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