Colt completes next-generation 400G Wave testing in live network trial
Since the launch of its IQ Network in 2016, Colt has continued to drive innovation in next-generation optical networking via an extensive programme of investment, testing and deployment of leading-edge technologies. From its inception, at the time when fixed-grid 100G transponders were commonplace, Colt’s IQ Network employed Flexible Grid technology. When the first generation of…
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Read MoreThree UK further diversifies its fibre backhaul capability with Colt
Three UK, as part of its end to end network transformation, has entered into an agreement with Colt Technology Services for it to become a preferred provider of fibre backhaul connectivity. The partnership forms part of a £2bn+ investment to significantly transform Three’s network giving a better customer experience increasing 4G speeds by up to…
Read MoreColt maintains a strong second in Vertical Systems Group’s mid-2020 Global Ethernet Leaderboard
Colt continues to occupy its position in Vertical Systems Group’s Global Ethernet Leaderboard, maintaining its lead ahead of CenturyLink, Orange, BT Services, and Verizon. Second only to AT&T, this marks Colt’s fifth consecutive time ranking second in this prestigious leaderboard, holding the position since mid-2018. These past six months have shown us more than any…
Read MoreAnalysys Mason recognises Colt for Unified Communications
Colt has been profiled in the Analysys Mason report; ‘Operator approaches to unified communications (UC): ten case studies’. This is a fantastic recognition of our portfolio and Colt Intelligent Communications solution, with the report emphasising our high-quality enterprise voice connectivity, customer care and professional services. Analysys Mason has previously written on UC service drivers and…
Read MoreThe future of 5G security
As Vice-Chair of the security sub-group of UK5G, I chaired the 5G and Security – Security Sub-Working Group webinars, a part of 5G week, which took place virtually on 7th and 8th September 2020. UK5G is the national advisory body for the UK’s 5G support programme, and the event was an opportunity to hear from…
Read MoreWhy SD WAN makes sense for multi-cloud infrastructure
Today, networks must be more intelligent and agile than ever. They must be able to support new applications and use cases without sacrificing performance
Read MoreEmbracing change in a changed world
As we start to think about a post Covid-19 world, it’s clear the world we once knew has changed, both in and outside of work. We’ve had to adjust our behaviours, how we interact with one another, how we work and what constitutes a working environment. Before the pandemic, there was a school of thought…
Read MoreColt reinforces its Colt IQ network into Antwerp, Rotterdam and the Hague
Colt further expands IQ Network in Europe, strengthening key metro’s in Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. This expansion signals Colt’s continued support for the digital transformation of local and global businesses, ensuring they can meet the network demands of the future. Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 19 June 2020 – Colt Technology Services has today announced that…
Read MoreColt’s Francesca Serravalle selected for UK 5G Security Sub-Group
Francesca will join other specialists in 5G, security, research and regulation in Government initiative to ensure the security of the UK’s 5G networks.
Read MoreColt delivers best-in-market latencies on critical European PrizmNet routes and next-generation Arista 7130 ultra-low-latency switches
To ensure best-in-market low and ultra-low latencies for the Capital Markets, Colt has made further latency reductions on critical PrizmNet routes in Europe.
Read MoreThe Network of tomorrow: Life at the edge
Edge computing is a market on the move – with Forrester predicting the edge cloud service market will grow by at least 50% this year. The 2020 Cisco Annual Internet Report showed the popularity of edge computing use cases within both enterprises and telecom. Telecom’s most likely use cases are enabled by 5G (67%) followed…
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