Scotland’s Lothian Broadband taps Adtran for XGS-PON core broadband network
Adtran, Inc. says it will provide XGS-PON hardware and related software and services to Lothian Broadband for the design and construction of a new core network. The service provider is replacing its fixed wireless access with fiber to the premises (FTTP) infrastructure in underserved regions of Scotland.
Adtran will work with technology partners for the core network project, which will carries a target premise yield of 99%. The broadband technology provider is supplying it 10G fiber access platform, including XGS-PON gear and cloud software. The cloud software supports AI-driven, adaptive WiFi management.
“When we made the decision to transition from fixed wireless access to fiber, the only choice was Adtran. The company offers industry-leading platforms and professional services for core network design, access network migration and transit provider management,” said Gavin Rogers, CEO at Lothian Broadband. “Pairing its FTTP technology with its partner’s core network infrastructure, Adtran is creating a complete end-to-end solution for us that can scale to meet our rapid build plans. Our new fiber network will ultimately allow us to become the broadband leader and allow the communities we service to be connected to new digital applications and economic opportunities.”
“Service providers across the UK are deploying our end-to-end fiber solution because it makes it easy to reach every community and deliver the benefits of multi-gigabit broadband,” said Stuart Broome, vice president, sales EMEA, at Adtran. “For Lothian Broadband, that means quickly expanding its fiber network and connecting new customers to multi-gigabit speeds. Our solution also guarantees best-in-class customer experience. This will provide Lothian Broadband and its customers peace of mind that the network will support their needs well into the future.”
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