Windstream Wholesale, an optical technology and advanced network solutions company, has announced the expansion of its Beach Route Dark Fiber Alliance. The alliance now includes South Reach Networks (SRN), extending its reach by 360 miles from the Jacksonville, Florida, Cable Landing Station to Miami. This addition brings the total alliance route to 1,400 miles.
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Enhanced Connectivity Benefits
Windstream said the new segment enhances connectivity through key South Florida locations, including Flagler Beach, Vero Beach, Boca Raton, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. Leveraging Miami's position as a major communication gateway between North America, Latin America, and Europe, the expansion enhances international data traffic with minimal latency.
Geographic Expansion Details
Windstream Wholesale's Beach Route now spans 690 miles from Jacksonville to the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, cable landing station, and on to Raleigh, North Carolina, offering low-latency connections vital for cloud services and content delivery. The initial alliance extended the route north by 315 miles to Richmond and Ashburn, Virginia, through partnerships with Mid-Atlantic Broadband, Tilson Infrastructure, and SummitIG.
Partnerships and Alliances
Windstream Wholesale emphasised that the inclusion of South Reach Networks boosts reach and performance, reinforcing Windstream's market leadership. The alliance simplifies multi-vendor route solutions, offering a seamless networking experience and a one-stop fiber solution between Miami and Ashburn.
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South Reach Networks highlighted the shared commitment to innovation and operational excellence. This collaboration enhances fiber optic connectivity across key US regions, supporting the growth of AI and next-gen technologies.
With the inclusion of South Reach Networks, Windstream Wholesale noted that it supports the explosive growth of AI by providing robust and reliable connectivity essential for next-gen technologies.