MANILA, Philippines, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Leading fiber broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) is enhancing its nationwide fiber network with an advanced data transmission technology from NASDAQ-listed Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: RBBN) to strengthen its network in response to the growing need for high-speed, low-latency, and reliable connectivity.
Converge will leverage Ribbon’s advanced Muse Multilayer Automation Platform (MAP) designed to maximize the value of IP Optical network investments through comprehensive control, analysis, design, and planning applications. Its powerful low-code automation and customization engines allow Converge to optimize its resources and maintain peak network performance. Converge is accelerating its network automation journey by leveraging Ribbon’s Muse platform and AI capabilities.
“We are planning important developments in the products and services we offer to our customers, and it’s vital that our infrastructure can support these. Adopting this new technology is essential for effectively managing large amounts of data from IoT applications, cloud services, and future innovations,” said Converge CEO and Co-Founder Dennis Anthony Uy.
“We are delighted to support Converge in enhancing their network, which has been acknowledged as one of the most advanced in the Philippines. Our cutting-edge technology delivers exceptional performance, enabling companies like Converge to even strengthen their competitive advantage,” said Ribbon Communications CEO and President Bruce McClelland.
This collaboration expands nationwide the initial tie up between Converge and Ribbon to integrate the US firm’s cutting-edge 5 nanometer (nm) – 140Gbaud transmission chipset, which boosts the firm’s network capacity to 1.2 Terabits per second (Tbps). This technology was first rolled out in the metro and regional sites of Converge across North and Central Luzon.
Now, the said optical transmission solution will be implemented throughout the rest of the network infra sites of Converge across the country, bringing about substantial improvements in the company’s overall data transmission capacity and operational efficiency nationwide.
Uy highlighted that deploying this technology will ensure that their fiber network is equipped to support next-generation services such as high-speed broadband, cloud applications, and enterprise solutions.
Ribbon Communications Inc., based in Texas, is a global leader in real-time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions, helping many large service providers and enterprises modernize and secure their networks.
ABOUT CONVERGE ICT SOLUTIONS, INC.
Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions, Inc. (PSE:CNVRG) is the fastest-growing fixed broadband service provider in the Philippines. It is the first to run an end-to-end pure fiber internet network in the country, providing Filipinos simple, fast, and reliable connectivity. Aside from broadband services, Converge also offers integrated data center and network solutions services.
With over 705,000 kilometers of fiber optic assets nationwide, it has one of the most extensive fiber networks in the Philippines.
With this fiber-powered network, Converge provides premium world-class digital experience for residential, enterprise, and wholesale customers.
Go to https://www.convergeict.com for more information.
About Ribbon
Ribbon Communications (Nasdaq: RBBN) delivers secure cloud communications and IP and optical networking solutions to service providers, enterprises and critical infrastructure sectors globally. We engage deeply with our customers, helping them modernize their networks for improved competitive positioning and business outcomes in today’s smart, always-on and data-hungry world. Our end-to-end portfolio of communications software and IP Optical networking solutions delivers superior value and innovation by leveraging cloud-native architectures, automation and analytics tools, and leading-edge security. We maintain a keen focus on our commitments to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) matters, offering an annual Sustainability Report to our stakeholders. To learn more about Ribbon, please visit rbbn.com
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