In a significant development for European telecommunications, Elisa and Nokia have announced their plans to deploy Nokia’s Lightspan MF solution for the first-ever 100G PON (Passive Optical Network) trial on the continent. This trial marks an essential step in advancing broadband speeds and addressing growing demands on fibre networks.
Elisa aims to be at the forefront by showcasing 25G, 50G, and 100G PON services within its network. The initiative demonstrates the broader potential of integrating various PON technologies onto a single fibre infrastructure. As Nokia’s solutions pave the way, European residents could soon experience unparalleled internet speeds.
Sami Rajamäki, VP of Network Services at Elisa, emphasized the groundbreaking nature of the trial. He stated, “Nokia’s fibre solution will help us significantly enhance our fibre network to deliver some of the fastest internet speeds in the world. We’re excited to be the first in Europe to show up to 100G PON speeds in a live fibre network trial.”
The trial’s success highlights the ease with which operators can upgrade fibre networks to offer faster, more reliable connectivity. Nokia has positioned itself as the sole provider capable of supporting next-generation PON options from 10G to 100G. This versatility enables Elisa to deliver internet speeds up to ten times faster than current standards.
To support 10G XGS-PON deployments, Elisa utilizes Nokia’s Altiplano platform. This system enhances network automation, management, and reliability, ensuring that Elisa can keep pace with future bandwidth demands. Particularly, the platform prepares the network for the traffic surge anticipated through AI applications. In fact, Nokia Bell Labs projects that AI traffic in Western Europe could reach 91 exabytes monthly by 2030.
Matthieu Bourguignon, SVP and Head of Europe for Network Infrastructure at Nokia, pointed out the increasing demand for high-speed internet. He highlighted how Nokia’s platforms empower operators to enhance performance, automate processes, and future-proof networks.
