Islamabad: PTCL Group, the leading integrated ICT provider in Pakistan, has reached a significant achievement by launching the country’s first 800 Gbps per wavelength Super C+L Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) system. This state-of-the-art technology offers a data transmission capacity of 64 Tbps per fiber, with the potential to increase to 96 Tbps, representing a crucial advancement for Pakistan’s digital infrastructure.CCP Hearing on PTCL-Telenor Merger Continues
In collaboration with Huawei, PTCL’s Super C+L system accommodates a wider optical spectrum of up to 12 THz, surpassing the 4.8 THz available in conventional systems. It integrates high-speed 800 Gbps per wavelength, an ultra-broad Super C+L spectrum, and sophisticated Flexible Grid optical switching. This innovation places PTCL at the leading edge of Pakistan’s digital evolution, preparing the network for emerging technologies such as Fixed 5.5G (F5.5G) and facilitating faster, smarter, and more efficient connectivity.
Jafar Khalid, Group Chief Technology and Information Officer of PTCL & Ufone 4G, remarked: “Our emphasis is on advancing cutting-edge technology while ensuring sustainability. This upgrade will enhance service quality, reduce latency, and improve the overall user experience for both consumers and businesses, while also lessening our environmental impact. It will enable us to effectively manage the increasing demand for data traffic across various customer segments with dependable, cost-effective solutions.”
Victor Zhou, President of Huawei’s Optical Domain, expressed: “We are honored to assist PTCL in constructing this high-speed optical network, which will accelerate Pakistan’s digital growth and sustainability initiatives. It will enhance data center connectivity, lower carbon emissions, and lay the groundwork for future advancements like F5.5G. This technological investment will support Pakistan’s digital economy for many years ahead.”
This successful partnership between PTCL Group and Huawei signifies a transformative moment for Pakistan’s telecommunications sector. By utilizing advanced optical technology, PTCL is setting the stage for improved digital services, faster internet speeds, and a more interconnected society. As Pakistan advances towards a more digitized and sustainable future, PTCL Group continues to play a crucial role in fostering technological innovation and enhancing the nation’s digital infrastructure.
