1 8 THE INCOMPAS SHOW I OCTOBER 24 - 26, 2022 www.bekabusinessmedia.com DAY 1 Y Dura-Line Acquires Biarri Networks Orbia’s connectivity solutions business, Dura-Line, acquired Biarri Networks, a Denver-based technology provider that specializes in fiber optic network design solutions for the global telecommunications industry. The strategic investment in Biarri Networks’ software and services complements Dura-Line’s infrastructure expertise and supports Dura-Line in extending its end-to-end offerings. The Biarri Networks acquisition enables Dura-Line to expand into customized network solutions that offer improved scalability, reliability and efficiency. Biarri Networks brings a reputation for data-driven engineering services for broadband networks that supplements Dura-Line’s connectivity infrastructure pathways for the telecommunications, transportation and electrical markets. Orbia CEO Sameer Bharadwaj said, “Connectivity continues to be one of the world’s greatest challenges and opportunities. With the acquisition of Biarri Networks, we are accelerating our transformation and scaling our offerings for a future of seamless connection and information access for cities, homes and people. This is an incredible milestone for Orbia on our journey to advance life around the world.” Executive Vice President and President of Orbia Connectivity Solutions (Dura-Line) Peter Hajdu added, “We couldn’t be more excited to have Biarri Networks as part of our business, with their leading intellectual property and brilliant team. This acquisition is an important strategic step to continue to add value to our solutions portfolio. Combined, we can address the most critical customer needs ahead when it comes to the digital infrastructure that will bring reliable connection everywhere.” As part of the Orbia Connectivity Solutions business group, Biarri Networks will be positioned to extend the design and deployment of fiber, broadband and 5G networks that promote digital equality, connect communities and empower people. Biarri Networks will continue to be led by CEO Paul Sulisz, operate under its existing name and focus on serving its customers. Sulisz said, “We are delighted with this partnership. From a purpose and values perspective, we couldn’t be more aligned. This union marks an important moment on our journey: we had faith that we could build a business that was ground-breaking and now we have found the right partner in Dura-Line to help us accelerate.” p To learn more, visit Biarri Networks Lounge 209. DE-CIX, a world leading internet exchange (IX) operator and home to a large carrier and data center neutral interconnection ecosystem, welcomed FirstLight to its North American Transport Partner program. FirstLight is a leading service provider in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, offering a full suite of digital infrastructure solutions over its fiber optic network, including high-quality connectivity, security solutions, cloud services, managed services and more. The partnership leverages an interconnection agreement to enable FirstLight’s customer’s seamless access to DE-CIX New York, the largest carrier and data center neutral and Open-IX certified IX operating on the entire Eastern Seaboard. FirstLight joins DE-CIX North America’s Transport Partner program offering the opportunity for more networks to gain access to the market’s leading multi-service interconnection platform without additional colocation requirements. With this partnership, customers can leverage FirstLight’s transport network for turnkey access to DE-CIX New York at 325 Hudson Street. Additionally, DE-CIX’s interconnected global IX fabric enables organizations that operate their own network – including universities, research and educational institutions, government agencies and more – the ability to leverage a private transport connection to reach DE-CIX to directly peer with content providers, ISPs, carriers, enterprise businesses and more. “We are delighted to have FirstLight with their expansive footprint and services offer turnkey connectivity to DE-CIX New York,” said Ed d’Agostino, vice president and general manager of DE-CIX North America. “Many networks in New York and New England already use FirstLight’s transport to reach us. And now, with their new network throughout Pennsylvania, FirstLight can offer colleges, universities, ISPs and businesses throughout Pennsylvania easy connectivity to DE-CIX.” FirstLight’s President and CEO Kurt Van Wagenen added, “FirstLight is thrilled to expand our role in the DE-CIX New York interconnection ecosystem. We’re committed to providing organizations with access to the high-quality connectivity and solutions they need to thrive in our digital world. Enabling seamless, low latency access to the world’s largest neutral IX operator is a benefit to all of our customers.” The interconnection partnership opens up access to DE-CIX from nearly any point on the FirstLight network, enabling access from tens of thousands of more locations. p To learn more about FirstLight and its wholly owned 25,000-plus miles of fiber network, spanning six states throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets, visit the company in Plaza Court 6 or go to its website www.firstlight.net. For information about peering, direct cloud access, private connections, and more, visit: www.de-cix.net. DE-CIX, FirstLight Partner to Offer Transport to Peering
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