Middle-mile optical transport

The Nokia Middle-Mile Transparent Fiber solution helps utilities generate new revenue and bridge the digital divide by connecting rural communities to broadband internet services. 

How can utilities meet middle-mile demands? 

Power utilities are in a unique position to supply some of the key capabilities required to bring reliable broadband internet access to unserved and underserved rural areas. By taking advantage of the spare fiber capacity in your transmission network, you can meet the need for “middle-mile” access that connects last-mile service providers with internet points of presence or major telecom carriers. 

Middle-mile connectivity enables last-mile service providers to focus their limited funding on extending connectivity to rural residences and businesses. By using your spare fiber for middle-mile optical transport, you can generate new revenue to support grid modernization and serve your community in a new way. It’s a natural fit. 

Get the network you need to succeed with middle-mile services 

The Nokia Middle-Mile Transparent Fiber solution combines a high-density, modular network infrastructure with an automated, service-enabled network. Built for utility broadband providers, it lets you leverage spare capacity in the fiber infrastructure you use for grid communications to unlock new revenue with middle-mile services—without increasing OPEX. 

What do you get with the Nokia Middle-Mile Transparent Fiber solution? 

• Easy integration into multivendor networks 
• Simpler operations and maintenance 
• Guaranteed service level agreements (SLAs). 

With our solution, you gain the flexibility to deliver middle-mile connectivity through a neutral host or bandwidth provider business model. In most cases, you will create a separate subsidiary company that focuses on generating additional revenue from your existing fiber assets.