Network operator Zayo Europe has announced the launch of a new Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) route connecting London and Paris. This new route reportedly enhances connectivity and diversity options between these two major cities, adding to Zayo’s network in the UK and France.
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Key Features and Benefits
The route offers improved connectivity with more endpoints and serves as a completely diverse alternative to Zayo's existing cable systems across the Channel. Notably, it enables direct connections between cities such as Manchester and Frankfurt without any network overlap.
Commenting on the launch of the new route, Zayo Europe said: "As the surge in the adoption of cloud and AI technologies drives increased demand on networks, the need for reliable, low-latency connectivity has grown, while the tolerance for network outages has diminished."
"This new cross-Channel wavelength route marks a significant improvement in the diversity we can offer between these two major hubs and beyond. This high-capacity, low-latency solution will greatly benefit those seeking a fast and secure connection between London and Paris and will be crucial for those needing to build reliable and secure network solutions," added Zayo Europe.
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Enhancing Network Reliability in Europe
Zayo Europe expects around a 20 percent reduction in transit time or latency between points of presence (PoPs) linking London and Paris. The new route is also 400G ready, providing immediate scalability to meet increasing bandwidth demands, the company said.
With this addition, Zayo Europe now operates five subsea routes between the UK and continental Europe, enhancing network reliability by removing single points of failure. The new route complements the existing Circe South and Channel Tunnel connections, as well as the Zeus and Circe North routes linking London to Amsterdam.
