KT selected the 7300 platform to provide a scalable core network solution optimised for the performance requirements of bandwidth-intensive end-user services such as 5G.
As South Korea’s largest telco and formerly Korea Telecom, KT is a global leader in offering next-gen high-bandwidth services and 5G technology.
“Infinera’s advanced optical solutions enable KT to efficiently use its fibre and optimize the transmission of optical channels, lowering the total cost of network ownership, and helps KT maintain its global leadership in 5G,” said Nick Walden (pictured), senior vice president of worldwide sales at Infinera.
“With Infinera’s innovative solutions, operators like KT pave the way for an agile and scalable infrastructure to support significant increases in bandwidth.”
The first phase of KT’s 5G network deployment was carried out in late 2018, launching new services in the greater Seoul metropolitan area.
KT confirms plans to expand its 5G network nationwide in 2020 to include 24 major cities, as well as key transport routes.
As part of the Infinera solution it includes support for secure and reliable 200G transmission across KT’s nationwide core infrastructure.
In addition, the 7300 coherent packet optical transport system offers a compelling pay-as-you-grow approach to network scaling. As a result, this model benefits KT by lowering initial costs, reducing equipment sparing costs, and providing the foundation for cost-effective scalability.
“We are greatly honored to be appointed to deliver Infinera’s cutting-edge and robust solution to support KT’s national backbone network to support 5G,” added Choi Yong Seok, CEO & chairman of Daesung Infotech.
Infinera, in partnership with local partner Daesung Infotech, worked closely to offer the best network solution for KT’s needs.
