MUNICH, Germany, 14 February 2017 – Coriant, a global supplier of  SDN-enabled end-to-end packet optical networking solutions, today  announced that Interoute, owner operator of a global cloud services  platform and one of Europe's largest networks, has successfully  deployed a state-of-the-art packet solution from Coriant to improve  operational efficiencies and enhance future service delivery across its  network in the United Kingdom (UK). The Coriant solution, which includes  the Coriant®  7090 Packet Transport Platform and sophisticated end-to-end  network management software, will enable Interoute to cost-efficiently  support diverse end-user services on a unified, packet-based platform  while accelerating service provisioning for  customers.

"As part of our continuous drive for improvement we are enhancing our  network to keep pace with our customers' evolving communications needs,  including cloud-optimized connectivity and rapid service activation,"  said Robin Tero, Director of Network Transport,  Interoute. "For this project we worked in close partnership with  Coriant, through all phases of this network upgrade, including solution  development, evaluation, testing, and implementation. The result is a  state-of-the-art solution that not only provides  a more efficient and scalable foundation for future customer service  delivery, but also significantly simplifies our operational procedures."

Deployed throughout Interoute's UK network infrastructure, the  MEF-certified 7090 solution supports cost-effective Ethernet service  delivery using MPLS-TP technology, which combines the resiliency and  predictability of carrier-grade transport with the efficiencies  of packet technology. On a single and highly scalable platform, the  Coriant 7090 solution also enables Interoute to efficiently consolidate a  wide range of legacy traffic types and technologies, including PDH and  SDH. To simplify end-to-end service provisioning  and efficiently manage a mix of TDM and packet-based network services,  Interoute will rely on Coriant® TNMS,  a best-in-class transport network management system.

"Interoute is a provider that takes continuous improvement very  seriously and strives to achieve new levels of service performance and  network efficiencies to support its customers," said Richard Fellner,  Regional Vice President, EMEA, Coriant. "This successful  deployment is a perfect example of how Coriant solutions translate  directly into compelling operational advantages for our customers."

The Coriant multi-layer, end-to-end solutions portfolio includes  comprehensive packet offerings – from Ethernet bridging and  Connection-Oriented Ethernet (COE) to MPLS-TP and IP/MPLS – that empower  a broad range of next-generation network applications and services,  including mobile backhaul, Fixed Mobile Convergence (FMC), Enterprise  Business Ethernet, IP VPN, Smart City, cloud service connectivity, and  legacy network migration.

About Interoute

Interoute is the owner operator of Europe's largest network and a global  cloud services platform, which encompasses over 70,000 km of lit fibre,  15 data centres, 17 Virtual Data Centres and 33 colocation centres,  with connections to 195 additional partner Data  Centres. Our full-service Unified ICT platform serves Start Ups and  international Enterprises, as well as every major European  telecommunications service provider and major operators across the  world, global internet giants, governments and universities.

About Coriant

Coriant delivers innovative and dynamic networking solutions for a  fast-changing and cloud-centric business world. The Coriant portfolio of  SDN-enabled, edge-to-core packet optical networking and DCI solutions  enables network operators to cost-efficiently scale  network capacity, reduce operational complexity, and create the  resilient foundation for a new generation of mobile, video, and cloud  services. Coriant serves leading network operators around the world,  including mobile and fixed line service providers, cloud  and data center operators, Web 2.0 content providers, cable MSOs,  government agencies, and large enterprises. With a distinguished  heritage of technology innovation and service excellence, Coriant is  helping its global customers maximize the value of their  network infrastructure as demand for bandwidth explodes and the  communications needs of businesses and consumers continue to evolve.  Learn more at www.coriant.com and  follow us on Twitter for the latest @Coriant news and information.