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Zayo Launches Waves on Demand Service Across Europe

27 March 2024
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Zayo Group, the global provider of fibre network infrastructure, has launched a new Waves on Demand service, providing bandwidth accessibility throughout Europe via its 400G-enabled lit-fibre network. The new service guarantees service activation within just five working days, a significant improvement over the standard 30+ day industry timeframe.

Utilising Ciena’s WaveLogic 5 technology, Waves on Demand allows for rapid scaling of bandwidth with capacities up to 800G on dedicated circuits. Initially available in major European connectivity hubs, including Frankfurt, London, Amsterdam, and Paris, Zayo plans to extend the service to Dublin, Manchester, and Milan by year-end.

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