Pioneer Selects Ribbon for Optical Network Expansion

Plano, TX – Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), which helps many of the world’s largest service providers, enterprises and critical infrastructure operators modernize and protect their networks with its state-of-the-art real time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions, today announced the expansion of its relationship with Pioneer.

“Our members and subscribers expect high speed connectivity and access to modern capabilities, and this network upgrade highlights our commitment to meeting their needs,” said Blake Callaham, Pioneer’s General Manager. “We have been utilizing Ribbon’s voice solutions in our network for many years and found their technology, expertise, and attentive support well-suited to meet our needs. We trust they will perform in the same manner with our new IP optical networking solution.”

Pioneer is leveraging Ribbon’s Apollo programmable and open optical networks for this upgrade. The modular C+L band enables Pioneer to seamlessly expand fiber capacity to L-band on their own timeframe, and without service interruption, for maximum flexibility. Additionally, Ribbon’s Muse SDN Domain Orchestration ensures peak network efficiency through automation, planning, node design, and real-time control.

“We’re proud of the confidence that Pioneer has placed in us for this network upgrade,” said Elizabeth Page, Ribbon’s Senior Director, National Sales. “It’s particularly gratifying to see a voice solutions customer entrust us with their optical network, demonstrating the quality of our solutions and the strength of our relationship.”