SYDNEY, Feb. 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- NBN Co,
the Government Business Enterprise tasked with delivering
open access broadband network to all Australians, has chosen ARRIS
Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARRS) to build its next-generation Hybrid
Fiber-Coaxial (HFC) broadband network. The project is set to
revolutionize Australia's
broadband network by providing access to high-speed, reliable
broadband services to homes and businesses across Australia.
Using HFC technology will allow NBN Co to build upon existing
cable infrastructure which will mean significant cost savings for
Australian tax-payers over alternative technologies. It also will
allow advanced broadband speeds to be delivered to subscribers
across Australia.
The products and services from ARRIS will allow NBN Co to
enhance and manage its cable access network while providing a
roadmap for possible future migration to DOCSIS 3.1 architecture.
This will ensure that Australia's
broadband network can and will evolve to meet the ever-growing
expectations of consumers and businesses. The initiative involves
the flagship and globally deployed ARRIS E6000TM CER
(Converged Edge Router) along with a number of additional ARRIS
product lines, including: ARRIS Access Technologies and Supplies
(ATS) products (CORWave forward path transmitters and OM4100
optical receivers) and Assurance solutions for service assurance.
Additionally, ARRIS's Global Services was selected for the full
deployment and network integration of this national broadband
service.
NBN Co CTO, Dennis Steiger, said:
"NBN Co is committed to ensuring that everyone in Australia will have access to high-speed
broadband services. An HFC network represents the fastest and most
cost-effective way to deliver it to consumers and businesses in the
existing HFC network areas. Our goal is to achieve high-speed
broadband as quickly possible, with an eye on future technologies
that will secure our place as a global technology leader." Steiger
continued: "Significant investments are being made in HFC broadband
technology on a global scale, and we are committed to ensuring that
Australia is at the forefront of
this movement."
NBN Co has a rapid schedule for network build-out. ARRIS
Global Services was selected for deployment and integration because
of its expertise in designing, deploying and operating HFC
networks, its demonstrated ability to ramp up quickly and its
proven track record for disciplined program and project
management. In addition, ARRIS Global Services group will
assist NBN Co in managing and supporting its network and
customers.
Bruce McClelland, President of Network & Cloud and Global
Services at ARRIS added: "ARRIS is honored to be selected by NBN Co
for this exciting project and whole-heartedly endorses the use of
HFC technology to proliferate Broadband across Australia. The ARRIS portfolio of Products and
Services are at the heart of many Broadband networks around the
world, and we look forward to expanding our presence in the
Asia Pacific region. We are
delighted to be working with NBN Co at such an important stage in
this initiative."
About the ARRIS E6000
The ARRIS E6000 CER has been the
gateway to the highest levels of broadband service delivery across
the world, providing almost flawless redundancy of 99.999% and
greater density. Since its introduction in 2013 it has quickly
become the go-to solution to deliver high-speed internet services
and has been deployed at leading communications companies such as
Comcast (US), SK Broadband (South
Korea) and Liberty Global (Europe).
About ARRIS Global Services
ARRIS Global Services
helps service providers get to market faster, reduce operating
expenses, streamline operations and ensure high service
availability. We help operators plan, design, implement and operate
their networks and business processes. Our services include
installation of network elements; operational, technology and
strategic consulting; staff augmentation; strategic outsourcing;
and defining and integrating complex, multi-vendor solutions.
About HFC
Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial (HFC) is a
telecommunications industry term for a broadband network that
combines optical fiber and coaxial cable. It has been commonly
employed globally by cable television operators since the early
1990s.
About ARRIS
ARRIS is a global innovator in IP, video
and broadband technology. We have continually worked with our
customers to transform the experience of entertainment and
communications for millions of people around the world. The
people of ARRIS are dedicated to the success of our customers,
bringing a passion for invention that has fueled our history: We
created digital TV, delivered the first wireless broadband
gateway and are pioneering the standards and pathways for
tomorrow's personalized, Ultra HD, multiscreen, and cloud services.
We are dedicated to meeting today's challenges and preparing for
the tasks the future holds. Collaborating with our customers,
ARRIS will continue to solve the most pressing challenges of 21st
century communications. Together, we are inventing the
future. For more information: www.arris.com
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