Tier 1 African operator using Ceragon to build backbone network
New Jersey-based Ceragon Networks is working on a $4 million project to expand the wireless backhaul capabilities of a tier one African mobile network operator in which Ceragon will provide its IP-20 platform for long-haul data transport; the deployment will support hybrid 3G for now and 4G in the future.
The unidentified operator needs to extend transport capacity with an eye on minimizing tower leasing costs, according to Ceragon, which uses multiple cores to distribute SDH and Ethernet traffic on all radio channels.
“This demonstrates the exceptional benefits our solution offers for backbone infrastructures by enabling the operator to improve service availability while maintaining a close watch on network total cost of ownership,” Ceragon CEO Ira Palti said in a prepared statement.
“Our unique field-proven multicore technology has once again proven to be a key factor operators consider as they plan their network for years to come,” Palti said.
Ceragon is experienced in providing long-haul transport. In February, the firm was selected for a $4.6 million public safety contract in Arizona to connect emergency services, judicial branches, schools, libraries, hospitals and other governmental organizations.
Ceragon’s technology is in use by more than 430 service providers in more than 130 countries.
