Ribbon Communications Inc., an enabler in real-time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions, has announced that Planters Broadband has selected Ribbon’s Apollo 9608 optical networking platform and Muse multilayer automation platform to light a new high‑capacity optical route and initiate a broader modernization of its transport network.
Ribbon is dedicated to to helping service providers, enterprises and critical infrastructure operators worldwide modernize and secure their networks and services.
“Ribbon’s combination of advanced optical solutions, flexible commercial approach and commitment to customer attention made this an easy decision for us,” said Stephen Milner, Planters Broadband CEO. “This new route is just the beginning, and we look forward to further modernizing our network with a partner who understands our needs.”
The deployment leverages Ribbon’s high-density Apollo 9608 platform to establish a new, 400G/800G-ready optical pathway, supported by the Muse multi automation platform for centralized network management, orchestration and automation. The comprehensive solution immediately addresses Planters’ need for scalable, cost-efficient capacity expansion across Georgia, delivering operational simplicity, centralized provisioning and change control, faster fault isolation and optical performance intelligence.
“We’re pleased to support Planters Broadband with the technology and partnership framework that enables them to move from limited fixed optics to high capacity, coherent services with a seamless path to higher rates, eliminating forklift upgrades and improving their customers’ access and experience,” said Elizabeth Page, Regional Senior Sales Director at Ribbon.
Ribbon Communications delivers secure cloud communications and IP and optical networking solutions to service providers, enterprises and critical infrastructure sectors globally.
