Olena Lutsenko, RETN’s MD of Ukraine and the Black Sea region joins panel at Capacity Eurasia.

Exciting Developments on the Digital Silk Road! During a recent panel discussion at Capacity Eurasia, RETN’s MD of Ukraine and the Black Sea region – Olena Lutsenko emphasised the crucial importance of establishing new redundant fiber routes between Asia and Europe. As the digital landscape evolves, robust and resilient connectivity becomes ever more essential. A key highlight of the discussion was AzerTelecom's Ana Nakashidze announcement of a new Caspian cable project between Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan, a new Digital Silk Road, further enhancing connectivity between Europe and Asia. Moderator Ljubica Draskic sparked a lively debate, especially regarding end-points for traffic concentration in Europe. Everyone knows that Marseille is a main landing point for most sub-sea cables between EU – Asia, and the panellists shared different points of view.&nbsp;It was agreed that traffic is increasingly localised to be closer to users, though businesses remain highly sensitive to stable and protected connections to Cloud platforms. Currently, major traffic exchange hubs include Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and London, however, Central and Eastern cities like "Sofia, Warsaw, and Budapest are emerging as new magnet hubs", according to Olena. RETN as a high-quality backbone operator with its own redundant optical network in the Balkans and Central/Eastern Europe can provide services with optimal RTT, near 100% SLA, and a few days rapid delivery. This significant development underscores the critical role of the Balkans and Turkey in bridging not only Europe and the Middle East but also facilitating broader intercontinental connectivity. While the advancements are promising, several challenges remain. Monetising large-scale investment projects during periods of geopolitical tension and economic uncertainty presents notable difficulties. Nevertheless, Telecommunications are fundamental to modern life, and the deployment of new cables is pivotal for economic resilience. Enhanced redundancy ensures uninterrupted data exchange across the globe, and lower latency paves the way for stronger connections and growth opportunities for local businesses. As we navigate these turbulent times, the ongoing efforts to bolster our digital infrastructure will undoubtedly play a key role in shaping a more connected and resilient future.

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Join us at SiGMA Asia in Manila, the ultimate destination for online gaming companies!

Join us at SiGMA Asia in Manila, the ultimate destination for online gaming companies! Trusted by gaming companies worldwide, SiGMA offers the latest insights into iGaming trends alongside buzzing expos and networking opportunities. Meet the RETN team at booth BR913 and discover how we're revolutionising gaming connectivity. From seamless links between Asia and Europe to setting the standard for glitch-free experiences, RETN is the driving force behind gaming success such as Evolution's growth and studio expansion in Central Asia, the Baltics, and the Mediterranean regions. Read the case study here: <a href="https://retn.net/cases-testimonials/RETN_supports_client_Evolution_Gaming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN supports Evolution's growth and expansion</a>. Don't miss the chance to connect with RETN’s Oswald Huang, Roy Tan, Karen Karapetyan and Alexander Gimanov Ready to elevate your gaming experience? Reach out to us at <a href="mailto:market@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: var(--color-action);">market@retn.net</a> or visit our booth BR913 to learn more!

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RETN was delighted to join the 'Let's Work Together' event hosted by Namex.

Another fantastic day and evening with Italian colleagues old and new last week! RETN was delighted to join the 'Let's Work Together' event hosted by Namex on April 10th in Rome. We gathered with industry experts and network operators for a day filled with networking and insightful discussions. Don’t let the memories fade—Rivivi i momenti (relive the moments) that made this gathering extraordinary. Check out the gallery for a glimpse of the vibrant atmosphere, the meaningful conversations, and the spirit of collaboration that defined our day.

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RETN in collaboration with the London Internet Exchange (LINX).

RETN in collaboration with the London Internet Exchange (LINX) – cordially invite you to an exclusive party in Krakow on March 4th. This event will gather telco experts and peering evangelists and promises an evening filled with networking opportunities, valuable insights, and a chance to unwind. We're looking forward to reconnecting with peers and welcoming new ones. It's an ideal setting for forging new connections and engaging in meaningful discussions with fellow professionals from the technology and internet service sectors. The number of guests is limited. For registration details, please contact us at pr@retn.net.

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RETN opens new NOC in Hong Kong, enhancing network resiliency and support capabilities across its vast Asia internet backbone

Hong Kong, London – July 22, 2024 - <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">RETN</a>, the leading independent global network services provider, today announces the opening of its Network Operations Centre (NOC) in Hong Kong, enhancing network resiliency and support capabilities across its vast Asia internet backbone. This new facility complements RETN’s existing NOC in Riga, Latvia, enabling seamless, round-the-clock service across multiple time zones. Sam Sham, Technical Director — Asia at RETN, said, "We’re committed to delivering top-tier connectivity and support throughout China and Southeast Asia. Our Hong Kong NOC, working in tandem with our Riga centre, ensures continuous, high-quality service for our customers across our Eurasian superhighway.” The Hong Kong NOC is staffed by a team of experienced engineers, who monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise RETN’s network 24/7, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity. Customers will benefit from multiple layers of network protection and high-bandwidth connections to major IXPs, NSPs, and ISPs, all supported by RETN’s robust DWDM backbone and IP/MPLS infrastructure. "Our NOC teams are the unsung heroes, transforming challenges into opportunities and maintaining the robustness and reliability of our network," Sham added. "We are proud of our dedicated engineers who ensure your digital world remains connected around the clock." About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent global network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

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RETN's New Customer Portal Brings Greater Informational Transparency to Network Services

London – July 9, 2024 - <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN</a>, the leading independent global network services provider, announces the launch of its new customer portal offering the highest levels of transparency and a seamless customer experience for RETN’s wholesale, content, and enterprise customers. Critically, the new portal grants users access to detailed data on their network and equipment, previously only available from technical engineers in RETN’s Network Operation Centre. This transparency empowers customers with advanced service information for more effective troubleshooting and management. The new portal aims to bring customer satisfaction to a completely new level by providing direct ways to manage services, support, orders, billing, and all communications with RETN. It enables full management of company accounts, user roles, and key information for network engineers - fostering a more transparent and frictionless experience. Tony O’Sullivan, CEO at RETN said, "Experience is everything. Customers expect seamless and efficient interactions with their service providers. By focusing on the core aspects of a great customer experience – speed, convenience, and transparent communication – delivered digitally, RETN is ensuring that our customers have what they need at their fingertips." A Comprehensive Self-Service Solution The new RETN customer portal empowers customers to manage their network services with ease and efficiency. Key features and functionalities include: <ul><li>Network on a Dashboard: Provides a real-time view of all active services on a geographical map</li><li>Advanced Information for Network Engineers: Instantaneous access to interface status, BGP status and prefixes information, MAC and ARP tables, VLAN information, port mode, and MTU</li><li>Live Tracking: Monitor interactions, service tickets, and requests in real-time</li><li>Service Delivery Tracking: Visibility of all new connectivity requests and their status</li><li>Direct Access to RETN’s Network Operation Centre: Includes a 'Call me back' feature for prompt assistance</li><li>Integrated Billing and Account Management: Access and visibility to invoices, order forms, handover documents and account details – enhanced transparency and an easy way to satisfy growing demand for additional services</li><li>Combined Traffic and IP Utilisation: At a glance charts and visual displays</li></ul> William Manzione, Product Manager at RETN added, “RETN is known for its speed of delivery, flexibility, and agility. As we continue to grow and scale, we aim to provide a high level of transparency between RETN’s network and our customers. The new customer portal is a significant step in this direction, allowing for greater visibility, control, and enhanced communication with our team. It empowers our customers with the tools and information they need to efficiently manage their network services and maintain a seamless partner relationship." &nbsp; About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent global network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

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RETN is proud to announce its designation as a Google Verified Gold Peering Partner. This underscores the company’s commitment to delivering top-tier connectivity solutions to its customers across Europe and Asia.

RETN Google Verified Gold Peering Partner Status

London – June 18, 2024 - As businesses increasingly rely on cloud services for critical operations, highly available internet connectivity becomes essential. RETN, the leading independent global network services provider, is proud to announce its designation as a Google Verified Gold Peering Partner. This recognition, granted to RETN’s Autonomous System (AS9002), underscores the company’s commitment to delivering top-tier connectivity solutions to its customers across Europe and Asia. The Verified Peering Partner program is designed to enhance connectivity for customers by identifying Internet Service Providers (ISPs) with superior, reliable, and diverse connectivity to Google. RETN’s achievement of Gold status in this program is a testament to its technical excellence and robust network infrastructure and provides significant advantages for its customers: Simplified Connectivity: Customers no longer need to meet Google's peering requirements. RETN, as a Verified Gold Peering Partner, handles the complexities of peering arrangements, allowing customers to spend less time deploying and managing the technical complexities of Direct Peering. By acquiring IP Transit or Dedicated Internet Access from RETN, customers can let RETN manage peering with the highest quality direct connections to Google. High Availability: The Verified Gold badge signifies that RETN provides metro-level redundant connectivity, ensuring maximum reliability for customers. The Google badge verifies this redundancy, offering peace of mind that connectivity to Google is highly reliable. Enterprise-Grade Connectivity: RETN provides connectivity to Google through internet products designed for enterprises. Customers can access Google services with or without the need for an autonomous system number (ASN), and work directly with RETN's account teams. Dedicated Private Google Connectivity: All connections to Google through RETN are managed via private dedicated and redundant links spanning RETN’s extensive footprint, leveraging the same infrastructure that supports Google's own services. This ensures robust and secure access to all Google services. Access to All Google Services: RETN customers can access a wide range of Google services, including Workspace, Cloud APIs, Cloud VPN, Google Public IPs, and more. Any Google service reachable over the internet can be used with RETN as a Verified Peering Provider. “The Verified Peering Program is a win-win for Google and ISPs. Google customers benefit from improved connectivity and reliability, and RETN gains a competitive advantage. We're excited to have RETN as a part of this program and look forward to working together to provide a great experience for our mutual customers,” said Dave Schwartz, Senior Product Manager, Google Global Networking. “This recognition underscores our dedication to providing the highest quality connectivity solutions to our customers - ensuring robust, redundant, and highly available connectivity to essential cloud services is more critical than ever. This partnership not only enhances our service offerings but also assures our customers that they are receiving enterprise-grade, reliable access to Google's extensive suite of services,” said Andrey Gazizov, Chief Operating Officer of RETN. About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent global network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at www.retn.net&nbsp; For press enquiries, please contact pr@retn.net

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RETN announces three significant enhancements to its network infrastructure in Poland, improving internet connectivity across Central and Eastern Europe.

London, Warsaw – May 28, 2024 - <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN</a>, Best Pan-European Carrier (by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.capacitymedia.com/article/2cc5vwtm8zi6jb97xd9ts/news/an-industry-gathers-for-the-2023-global-carrier-awards" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">GCA 2023</a>), today announces three significant enhancements to its network infrastructure in Poland, improving internet connectivity across Central and Eastern Europe. New Biala Podlaska-Lublin Route RETN has introduced 150 kilometres of new fiber between Biala Podlaska and Lublin, creating a more direct pathway from the Baltics to Southern Europe. This route avoids the congestion-prone Warsaw area, mitigating frequent disruptions from highway construction-related cable cuts. This strategic addition bolsters network reliability and enhances route diversity, ensuring more robust connectivity for customers. Lupowo-Gorzow joins the TRANSKZ Eurasian Highway RETN has successfully completed the interconnection of its Northern and Southern network routes at a key juncture near the Poland-Germany border. Although comprising just a few kilometres, this enhancement is crucial for diversifying routing options and enhancing network resilience. Importantly, this development improves latency on the <a href="https://retn.net/solutions/transkz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TRANSKZ</a> route (ultra-low latency terrestrial connecting Europe to Asia) between Latvia and Germany, reducing round-trip time by 0.73 milliseconds. Warsaw Metro Network Expansion RETN has expanded its Warsaw metro fiber network with alternative connectivity options to bypass traditional congestion points such as the LIM building and major data centres like LIM DC and Equinix WA1 - where most international fiber routes and carriers typically converge. To address the need for diversified and resilient network infrastructure, RETN can now provide high-capacity to Warsaw offering customers this enhanced flexibility and reliability. This enhancement is a key component of RETN’s ongoing commitment to meet the increasing demand for robust communications solutions in major urban centres, mitigating potential single points of failure and supporting the continuous growth of digital services in Warsaw. Amy Bajer, Managing Director at RETN Poland &amp; CEE, emphasises the strategic importance of these enhancements: "These network upgrades significantly elevate our service capabilities not just in Poland but across Europe. By strengthening our infrastructure, we ensure that RETN continues to be at the forefront of providing advanced, efficient networking solutions that meet the evolving needs of our international customers." About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent global network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.retn.net</a>&nbsp; For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

RETN Supercharges Polish Network Routes

RETN Supercharges Polish Network

RETN Supercharges Polish Routes

CEO, Tony O’Sullivan, and Head of Southern Europe, Milko Ilari, have been honoured in the prestigious Capacity Power 100.

We are proud to announce that our CEO, Tony O’Sullivan, and Head of Southern Europe, Milko Ilari, have been honoured in the prestigious Capacity Power 100. We extend our thanks to Capacity Media for recognising them among the 100 foremost trailblazers, innovators, and leaders propelling the global digital infrastructure space forward. Tony O’Sullivan's acknowledgment stems from his instrumental role in “advancing RETN's strategic vision, spearheading significant strides in global digital connectivity”. Milko Ilari’s recognition underscores his contributions in forging “connections among people, network routes, and client partnerships”, particularly in “positioning Italy as a pivotal hub within RETN's expansive network”. To explore the complete Power 100 list, please visit: <a href="https://edition.pagesuite.com/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname=&amp;edid=3c6c08d7-e1b4-4956-b22d-4f68c64cae90&amp;pnum=43" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://edition.pagesuite.com/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname=&amp;edid=3c6c08d7-e1b4-4956-b22d-4f68c64cae90&amp;pnum=43</a>

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RETN Team in the Capacity Power 100

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RETN, Best Pan-European Carrier (by GCA 2023), the UK’s #1 IP Transit provider, expands connectivity in Manchester – bringing lightening-fast, secure, and high-availability internet to ISPs and enterprises in the city.

London/Manchester – May 14, 2024 - <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN</a>, Best Pan-European Carrier (by <a href="https://www.capacitymedia.com/article/2cc5vwtm8zi6jb97xd9ts/news/an-industry-gathers-for-the-2023-global-carrier-awards" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GCA 2023</a>), the UK’s #1 IP Transit provider, expands connectivity in Manchester – bringing lightening-fast, secure, and high-availability internet to ISPs and enterprises in the city. After a series of investments in its international backbone, with massive network deployments in Western, Northern and Central Europe and Asia, RETN is delighted to announce its expansion to two leading data centres in Manchester, highlighting the city's importance as a major UK hub for domestic and international network connectivity. Headquartered in the UK, RETN's connectivity ring will link Manchester with existing networks in London, Slough, Dublin, mainland Europe via the <a href="https://retn.net/news-events/RETN_Launches_New_London_to_Paris_Low_Latency_Connectivity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Paris Crosslake subsea cable (a low-latency route opened recently</a>), London-Amsterdam, and London-USA, offering businesses both domestic and international access to RETN's extensive global internet backbone as far as Beijing in the blink of an eye. RETN's new Points of Presence (PoPs) in the Equinix and Datum (formerly Teledata) data centres in Manchester are part of its commitment to bring its comprehensive suite of services closer to businesses across the Northern Powerhouse community, including local Internet Service Providers (ISPs), managed service providers, content providers, alternative network providers (Altnets), and enterprises with office locations in the region. Manchester’s vibrant ecosystem encompasses sectors like cybersecurity, eCommerce, gaming, artificial intelligence, and FinTech, making this diverse industrial landscape an attractive location for network service providers like RETN to cater to a wide range of digital and technology-driven businesses seeking advanced connectivity solutions. "Manchester's status as a key digital hub aligns with RETN's mission to improve communication and connectivity, underpinned by our core principles of transparency, flexibility, agility, and responsiveness. By expanding our services in this dynamic city, we're dedicated to offering secure, private, and reliable connectivity solutions that empower both local and international communities, driving growth and innovation in every market we serve," said Chris Elliott, UK Commercial Director at RETN. Services offered include Layer 3 IP Transit, Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) and Layer 2 VPN Ethernet Services, to provide redundant access to RETN's 870+ points of presence across Europe and Asia. About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent global network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.retn.net</a>&nbsp; For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

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RETN, the leading independent global network services provider, announces the launch of its new DDoS Mitigation Platform, designed to combine cutting-edge cyber security with network level protection and increase scrubbing capacity for customers by 5000%.&nbsp;

RETN, the leading independent global network services provider, announces the launch of its new DDoS Mitigation Platform, designed to combine cutting-edge cyber security with network level protection and increase scrubbing capacity for customers by 5000%

London – April 3, 2024 - <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN</a>, the leading independent global network services provider, announces the launch of its new DDoS Mitigation Platform, designed to combine cutting-edge cyber security with network level protection and increase scrubbing capacity for customers by 5000%. RETN's platform provides direct traffic control, enhanced visibility, and vast scale and reach to protect against Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks across its extensive 135,000-kilometre network from Europe to Asia. With the ability to implement efficient and immediate mitigation measures directly at the network level, RETN is uniquely positioned to help businesses stop attacks closer to their source, ensuring peace of mind and continuity of service even under attack conditions. Tony O’Sullivan, CEO of RETN, said: “In the face of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, RETN's new DDoS Mitigation Platform represents a significant step forward in securing the internet's backbone and ensuring the digital safety of businesses worldwide. DDoS mitigation is now essential and should be expected by all businesses and mission critical networks that require real-time protection. We are excited to now provide a solution that excels in detecting attacks, alerting users, and responding swiftly to mitigate them.” The RETN DDoS Platform provides: <ul><li>Automated and intelligent mitigation: using machine learning and AI to automatically detect and mitigate threats, ensuring malicious attempts are blocked before reaching the network or online applications</li><li>Vastly increased scrubbing capacity across multiple centres deployed strategically across the RETN Global Network</li><li>24x7 Security Operation Centre (SOC)</li><li>Customer Security Portal for inhouse visibility and control</li><li>Automated real time alerts and reports</li><li>Customisable profiles for each network/host resource</li></ul> IP Transit and Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) customers will benefit from:&nbsp;<ul><li>Volumetric Attack Protection: RETN's platform diverts overwhelming traffic away from the target network, filtering out malicious packets and ensuring the smooth passage of legitimate traffic. This approach is crucial for maintaining online availability and service continuity during large-scale DDoS events.</li><li>Protocol Attack Protection: Identifying and mitigating suspicious traffic patterns indicative of protocol attacks, such as SYN floods or TCP floods, thus safeguarding network resources from being overwhelmed by malicious traffic.</li><li>Application Protection: The platform features a cloud-based, enterprise-grade Web Application Firewall (WAF) that shields web applications, APIs, and online services from a myriad of threats, including but not limited to automated bots, injection attacks, and application-layer denial of service. By offering multi-layered L3/4 and L7 protection, RETN ensures comprehensive defence against attacks on public-facing websites, applications, and APIs, all while adhering to the top 10 OWASP vulnerabilities.</li><li>DNS Protection: Supported by a fully redundant and globally distributed DNS infrastructure, capable of absorbing large-scale DNS-based DDoS attacks while seamlessly responding to legitimate user requests. It stands against reflected, amplification, and advanced DNS-based attacks, as well as DNS spoofing, cache poisoning, tunnelling, and hijacking, ensuring the integrity and availability of online services.</li></ul> About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent global network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.retn.net</a>&nbsp; For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

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Tony O'Sullivan speaks to Silicon Republic on the critical shift towards IPv6 and its pivotal role in shaping the future of internet infrastructure.

In an article for Silicon Republic, RETN's CEO, Tony O'Sullivan writes on the critical shift towards IPv6 and its pivotal role in shaping the future of internet infrastructure. With an estimated 207 billion connected devices by the end of 2024, the transition from IPv4 to IPv6 emerges not just as an upgrade but as a necessity. Key Insights: The Urgency of Adoption: With IPv6 adoption lingering around 40%, the need for a more robust, scalable, and efficient internet protocol is clearer than ever. Tony highlights the economic and operational inefficiencies spurred by clinging to the outdated IPv4, including inflated costs and security vulnerabilities. The Advantages of IPv6: Beyond addressing the limitations of IPv4, IPv6 offers a suite of benefits such as improved routing efficiency, enhanced security, and virtually limitless IP addresses, fostering a more inclusive and dynamic digital ecosystem. A Call to Action: The article emphasises the role of governments and businesses in accelerating the transition, citing the proactive stance of countries like the Czech Republic and urging others to follow suit. This collective effort is deemed essential for unlocking the full potential of IPv6 and ensuring a seamless, future-proof internet infrastructure. For an in-depth exploration of why IPv6 is not just the future but the very foundation of next-generation internet connectivity, read the full article on <a href="https://www.siliconrepublic.com/comms/why-ipv6-is-the-future-of-the-internet-retn-ipv4-protocol" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Silicon Republic</a>.

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RETN, the leading independent global network services provider, announces a 900 kilometre backbone upgrade in Denmark and Sweden, that will boost connectivity between Copenhagen and Stockholm.

Copenhagen/London/Stockholm – March 18, 2024 - <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(23, 27, 29);">RETN</a>, the leading independent global network services provider, announces a 900 kilometre backbone upgrade in Denmark and Sweden, that will boost connectivity between Copenhagen and Stockholm. Utilising Infinera's cutting-edge equipment, the deployment of the latest-generation EDFA and Raman amplifiers specifically optimised for modern flex-grid DWDM systems, increases configuration flexibility, accelerates implementation, and improves reliability.The upgrade introduces additional redundancy across the Copenhagen Metro area, and reinforces network resilience between Copenhagen–Stockholm and existing routes between Copenhagen–Hamburg. It establishes a more direct and efficient route between Malmö and Copenhagen via the Øresundsbron, the iconic bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden, thereby eliminating the need for subsea cables. To further bolster reliability, RETN has reduced the amplifier count from 10 to 9 by utilising more powerful units, diminishing potential failure points and lowering power consumption."The switch to a modern flex-grid generation system enhances Spectrum efficiency and allows for higher bandwidth, in a route engineered to accommodate vast data capacities. These enhancements cater to the surging demand for high-capacity, secure and reliable internet and data services, and offer additional supplier diversity. We look forward to adding new routes in the region.” said Timur Pertenava, Commercial Director of Nordic and Baltics at RETN. <h2>About RETN</h2> RETN is one of the fastest growing independent global network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena.RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy.For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(23, 27, 29);">www.retn.net</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

RETN Enhances Copenhagen-Stockholm Connectivity

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RETN announces an ambitious 12-month initiative to bolster the transition to IPv6, the next-generation internet protocol.

<ul><li>RETN launches 12 months free IPv6 for wholesale and enterprise businesses</li><li>Aims to encourage global acceleration of IPv6 adoption</li><li>Transition from IPv4 to IPv6 will create a more robust, secure, and scalable internet</li></ul> London – February 28, 2024 - In a significant stride towards the future of internet connectivity, <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(23, 27, 29);">RETN</a>, a leading international network services provider announces an ambitious 12-month initiative to bolster the transition to IPv6, the next-generation internet protocol. This initiative comes at a critical time as the internet community faces the need for a more scalable, secure, and efficient networking infrastructure. RETN's initiative, aimed at encouraging IPv6 adoption, offers an unparalleled incentive: for every IP Transit service purchased, RETN will match the customer's committed data rate with an equivalent IPv6 traffic capacity at no additional cost until March 31st 2025. This effort is designed to mitigate the financial and operational barriers associated with IPv6 transition, thereby accelerating global adoption rates. <h2>The Urgent Need for IPv6 Rapid Adoption</h2> The internet is facing a critical juncture with the depletion of IPv4 addresses, making the transition to IPv6 beneficial, essential for the continued growth and sustainability of online services and long overdue, the protocol having been ratified by the IETF in 1995. IPv6 addresses the limitations of its predecessor by providing a vastly expanded address space, enhanced security features, and improved efficiency in routing and network auto-configuration. These advancements are crucial for supporting the burgeoning number of devices connecting to the internet, the expansion of IoT (Internet of Things), and the development of new, innovative online services. <h2>Addressing IPv6 Adoption Challenges</h2> Economic and innovation drivers are significant motivators for IPv6 adoption, with national infrastructures that embrace IPv6 poised to better support economic opportunities and innovation in critical areas such as IoT and smart infrastructure. However, the transition requires concerted efforts to expand the base of IPv6 users and address the perceived lack of immediate need due to temporary workarounds like Network Address Translation (NAT). RETN reports a 40% IPv6 adoption rate among its customer base, closely aligning with Google's observation of 41.72% among its users as of February 19th, 2024, according to Google's IPv6 adoption statistics (<a href="https://www.google.com/intl/en/ipv6/statistics.html#tab=ipv6-adoption" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(23, 27, 29);">https://www.google.com/intl/en/ipv6/statistics.html#tab=ipv6-adoption</a>). <h2>Strategic Approaches to IPv6 Adoption</h2> Adopting IPv6 involves strategic considerations, including addressing private and public interoperability with IPv6 networks. Organisations are driven by various factors, including regulatory mandates and the need to cater to IPv6-only clients, particularly in the mobile and IoT sectors. RETN is poised to support these strategic needs by facilitating IPv6 adoption through its innovative matching initiative. Despite the clear advantages of IPv6, such as enhanced efficiency, security, and performance, the transition to date has been slower than anticipated. RETN's initiative aims to alleviate these concerns by providing a cost-effective pathway to IPv6 adoption. <h2>Joining Hands for the Good of the Internet</h2> “RETN recognises the importance of IPv6 in ensuring the internet remains unrestricted, accessible, and capable of supporting future technological innovations. By offering IPv6 transit free of charge alongside IPv4 purchases, RETN is not only easing the transition for customers but also contributing to the global effort to adopt IPv6. This initiative reflects RETN's dedication to providing cutting-edge solutions and our commitment to the long-term success and resilience of the internet.” Tony O’Sullivan, CEO of RETN. RETN invites businesses, content providers, and network operators to join this initiative and take a pivotal step towards adopting IPv6. By reducing the barriers to IPv6 adoption, RETN is not only facilitating its customers' growth but also contributing to the global effort towards a more robust, secure, and scalable internet. For more information on how to participate in RETN's IPv6 adoption initiative, please email <a href="mailto:market@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(23, 27, 29);">market@retn.net</a>. About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the prestigious Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(23, 27, 29);">www.retn.net</a>&nbsp; For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(23, 27, 29);">pr@retn.net</a>

RETN Unveils Initiative to Drive Global IPv6

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RETN Unveils Initiative to Drive Global IPv6 Adoption

RETN, a leading international network services provider, is pleased to announce the introduction of a new route from Gdańsk to Warsaw and Poznań.

Gdańsk/London/Warsaw – February 8, 2024 - <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN</a>, a leading international network services provider, is pleased to announce the introduction of a new route from Gdańsk to Warsaw and Poznań. The newly established Point of Presence in Gdańsk at the Artnet Data Centre now offers enhanced connectivity to Warsaw, Poznań and onwards to Berlin. This expansion benefits wholesale customers, ISPs, and enterprise businesses, marking <a href="https://retn.net/network/points-of-presence?current_page=1&amp;last_page=9&amp;per_page=100&amp;total=874&amp;search=Poland" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN's 12th Polish Point of Presence</a> for market-leading domestic and international connectivity. Amy Bajer, Managing Director RETN Poland &amp; CEE, RETN: “This represents a significant milestone in RETN's ongoing commitment to enhancing network connectivity in Poland, following the recent expansion of our Warsaw metro fibre ring and the establishment of a new route connecting into Poznań and Berlin. Through these strategic locations, we are equipped to deliver comprehensive data transmission services, reliable Internet Access (DIA), Cloud Connect, Wavelength, L2 and L3 VPN, IP across Europe and Asia, utilising connections to reach all our existing PoPs in these regions.” Gdańsk, the largest city in Poland in terms of area, and home to the Port of Gdańsk — the Baltic Sea's biggest container port — is a crucial market. The entire Tri-city (Gdańsk, Gdynia, Sopot) metropolitan area is now encompassed by our extensive network. This ensures that customers receive top-tier, secure, and reliable connectivity across all offices, manufacturing, distribution, and retail locations throughout Eurasia. About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the prestigious Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.retn.net</a>&nbsp; For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

RETN Densifies Poland Connectivity with New Gdańsk to Warsaw and Poznań Route

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RETN Densifies Poland Network Connectivity

The ICE Gaming event in London, set to take place from February 6th to 8th, is heralded as the leading global gaming and gambling event, bringing together the international community of over 35,000 gaming pioneers to the ExCeL.

The ICE Gaming event in London, set to take place from February 6th to 8th, is heralded as the leading global gaming and gambling event, bringing together the international community of over 35,000 gaming pioneers to the ExCeL. RETN is revolutionising the gaming world, partnering with leaders like i3D.net and Evolution, we're creating unmatched gaming experiences with our leading network connectivity from Europe to Asia and beyond. Want to learn more about RETN? Drop us a line at <a href="mailto:market@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">market@retn.net</a> and let's set up a meeting! Or read more about how we help customers such as supporting Evolution's growth and studio expansion in the Baltics, Mediterranean, and Central Asia regions: <a href="https://retn.net/cases-testimonials/RETN_supports_client_Evolution_Gaming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://retn.net/cases-testimonials/RETN_supports_client_Evolution_Gaming</a>

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The RETN IP/MPLS (Real-Time Transport Protocol Monitoring and Analysis Platform) latency map, in short - RTT Map - emerges as a user friendly visual tool, enabling anyone to view, plan and optimise network performance when it comes to choosing a network provider.

In today's fast-paced digital world, the importance of a reliable and efficient network infrastructure cannot be overstated. As businesses and individuals increasingly rely on cloud-based applications, video conferencing, and real-time data transfer, network performance has become a critical factor in ensuring seamless connectivity and user experience. In this context, the RETN IP/MPLS (Real-Time Transport Protocol Monitoring and Analysis Platform) latency map, in short - RTT Map - found here&nbsp;<a href="https://rtt.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://rtt.retn.net/</a>&nbsp;- emerges as a user friendly visual tool, enabling anyone to view, plan and optimise network performance when it comes to choosing a network provider.&nbsp;An RTT (Round-Trip Time) map, is a graphical representation of network latency or round-trip time between different locations on a network. It provides valuable insights into the performance and responsiveness of the network by visualising the time it takes for data packets to travel from one point to another and back. As well as showing you the routing for the main (quickest) and redundant path for your data transmission.&nbsp;RTT is a critical metric in network performance evaluation because it directly impacts the user experience. Higher RTT values imply higher latency, which can result in slower data transfer, delays in loading web pages, and reduced responsiveness in real-time applications from video conferencing to online gaming.&nbsp;To create an RTT map, network administrators typically deploy measurement tools and probes at various locations within the network. These tools continuously monitor the time taken for data packets to travel between these points, producing a matrix of RTT values.&nbsp;The map itself can take various forms, such as a geographical map with coloured lines between regions representing different RTT values or a tabular representation showing RTT values between specific locations. However, it’s not all about speed. The displayed paths allow for quick identification of areas with alternative available backup routes, particularly important for businesses where constant availability is critical.&nbsp;“If you want to get really technical…the higher the latency, the less throughput you actually get on your network service. RTT Maps can be powerful tools to establish the best routes for international traffic. Take a look at some examples in the RETN RTT Map! <a href="https://rtt.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://rtt.retn.net/</a> "William Manzione, Product Manager, RETN.

Visualising Internet Connectivity: RETN's RTT Map

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Imagine a gathering where the world's digital infrastructure giants converge under the warm Hawaiian sun. That's exactly what’s happening at PTC'24 in Honolulu, Hawaii. From January 21st to 24th, 2024, the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort will become a hub of innovation and networking for the telecommunications sector.

Imagine a gathering where the world's digital infrastructure giants converge under the warm Hawaiian sun. That's exactly what’s happening at PTC'24 in Honolulu, Hawaii. From January 21st to 24th, 2024, the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort will become a hub of innovation and networking for the telecommunications sector. This year's event will see a diverse range of companies and experts in the field. From telecom giants, data centre services, connectivity providers, CEOs to entrepreneurs, reflecting the event's status as a melting pot for ideas and collaboration. The RETN team is excited to connect. Email us at <a href="mailto:market@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">market@retn.net</a> to say Aloha and set up a meeting!

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This strategic expansion to the Cloud9 data centre is in response to the increasing demand from enterprises and local ISPs.

RETN is excited to announce the launch of our new Point of Presence (PoP) in Tbilisi, Georgia. This strategic expansion to the Cloud9 data centre is in response to the increasing demand from enterprises and local ISPs. Our new PoP features secure leased capacity, ensuring pivotal connectivity across routes such as Tbilisi – Istanbul, Tbilisi – Yerevan, Yerevan – Sofia, and Tbilisi – Poti. This enhancement seamlessly integrates with our expansive Eurasian network, providing both IP Transit and Ethernet services. With this development, we're committed to delivering superior service and faster delivery times to our valued customers.

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RETN expanded its pan-European network with Juniper 400G routing and switching for a flexible and efficient way to meet the growing demand for network services across all Pan-European region.

RETN expanded its pan-European network with Juniper 400G routing and switching for a flexible and efficient way to meet the growing demand for network services across all Pan-European region. <h1>Meet growing digital demand from east to west</h1> “We have a challenging target to become a Tier 1 provider within the next two years,” says William Manzione, product manager at RETN. “RETN continues to invest in and expand our network to achieve that business goal.”Customer focus and serving their needs is a priority for RETN. The service provider takes an engineering-focused, customer-driven approach as it delivers high-quality IP transit, peering, Ethernet VPN, collocation, and cloud connect services over its 132,000-kilometre network. RETN’s in-country expertise helps customers overcome cultural difficulties as they enter new territories and regions.“Customers appreciate our expertise and flexibility,” says Manzione. “We work with them to understand their business and help them achieve their goals.”To support customers’ growing need for high-performance, resilient connectivity, RETN wanted to upgrade its pan-European network with the next generation of 400G routers. <h1>A seamless way to expand</h1> RETN has relied on Juniper for its Eurasian backbone for almost 20 years. Based on proven reliability and flexibility, as well as the team’s operational expertise with Juniper platforms, RETN chose the Juniper MX10008 for its next-generation transport network and Juniper ACX Cloud Metro Routers for modernising its metro networks.“We don’t have a strict separation between our core and metro networks,” explains Aleksei Serdiuk, project manager at RETN. "The majority of our network functions as the core, enabling us to directly link customers to the backbone, ensuring exceptional performance and resilience. We offer all customers direct access to core routers, and performance-wise, leveraging the right gear enhances the excellence of this architecture."RETN’s Eurasian network is extensively interconnected to maximise capacity and resiliency, and the Juniper MX10008 delivers the performance, 100GbE and 400GbE interface density, and versatility that RETN wanted—as well as the investment protection it needed. The MX10008 router, which scales to 76 Tbps in 13 RU (rack units) now and is 800GbE-ready, provides ample capacity for future needs.The network upgrade is always seamless. “With the latest change we replaced the core routers with only two hours of downtime,” says Serdiuk.Demand for collocation services is also growing, and RETN uses the Juniper QFX5220 Switch and the Juniper QFX5120 Switch for its data center IP fabric. The QFX5220 is ideal for large, dense, and fast data center fabrics and metro networks, with 10GbE to 400GbE interfaces. RETN uses the QFX5120, which supports 1GbE to 100GbE interfaces, for access.RETN is deploying Juniper ACX Cloud Metro routers as it expands into more cities and regions. The high-bandwidth, low-latency ACX7100 delivers 4.8 Tbps throughput for aggregation in a compact, energy-efficient footprint. The company uses the ACX710 for access. “We started in London, and next we plan to use the ACX Cloud Metro routers to connect our metro networks in the Baltics,” says Manzione. <h1>High capacity with a global reach</h1> Service providers and enterprises can rely on RETN for fast, reliable connectivity in western Europe as well as in fast-growing eastern European markets. RETN’s network, with a total 36.8 Tbps capacity and highly diverse routes, supports the delivery of high-performance, highly available services. With the upgrade of its European network, RETN can directly connect customers at speeds from 100 Gbps to 400 Gbps.An all-Juniper network supports agile service delivery. RETN’s operations and engineering teams have extensive experience with Juniper solutions, which is essential to the company’s commitment to highly expert, personalised customer support.“We don’t have a traditional helpdesk with support tiers,” explains Serdiuk. “Customers communicate with an experienced technical person right away. A team of qualified RETN engineers constantly monitors the network and take preventive measures to ensure continuing service availability. Our NOC team is dedicated to timely detect, diagnose and resolve issues in a precautionary approach. As we grow, we see the benefits of this way of operating; it’s one of the secrets of our superior customer experience.”“With a Juniper network, RETN has the reliability, flexibility, and operational efficiency that we need as we continue to expand our Eurasian network.” William Manzione, Product Manager, RETN

RETN scales Eurasian network with Juniper 400G

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We spoke to&nbsp;Janos Matula, one of&nbsp;RETN’s leading experts in Central and Eastern European Wholesale Telecommunications. Janos shares valuable insights into network trends and innovations as we advance 2024.

We spoke to&nbsp;Janos Matula, one of&nbsp;RETN’s leading experts in Central and Eastern European Wholesale Telecommunications. Based in Budapest and with extensive experience in the telecom industry, Janos shares valuable insights into network trends and innovations:&nbsp;“As a seasoned participant in the region, covering Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Hungary, Slovakia, and Czech Republic and its ever-evolving landscape of network connectivity, I’m keen to share two prominent trends shaping the industry, which I’ve witnessed in recent months.”&nbsp;Trend 1: The Rising Need for Network Security Post-Pandemic&nbsp;&nbsp;With the onset of the COVID pandemic, business networks have experienced an alarming surge in cyber-attacks. As companies rapidly adapted to remote work, digital communication, and heavy reliance on digital infrastructure - cybercriminals saw new avenues to exploit vulnerabilities. In response, the demand for robust network security solutions has soared. Customers are looking beyond traditional IP services and seeking comprehensive solutions that can shield their networks from sophisticated threats.&nbsp;Across the CEE region, telecoms companies have been closely monitoring these developments and understanding the changing needs of their customers. While traditional security measures suffice for some, a growing number of businesses are seeking comprehensive and tailored solutions.&nbsp;The rising demand for more robust defence mechanisms has paved the way for our proprietary IP Guard solutions. These go beyond standard IP services and offer packaged solutions that combine DDoS protection with IP transit, and we see increased appetite from customers looking to safeguard their networks proactively. For instance, sophisticated technologies like Flowspec enable customers to detect and stop attacks within the upstream network (RETN) before they reach the customer’s infrastructure. This proactive approach not only mitigates the impact of attacks but can also empower customers with additional peace of mind.&nbsp;Bottom-line, these advancements reflect a broader shift in the industry's mindset. Instead of relying solely on homemade solutions, we are seeing customers now keen to explore cutting-edge security options to safeguard their networks effectively.&nbsp;Trend 2: Embracing 400G Technology&nbsp;Large companies in the CEE telecom market are increasingly exploring and testing 400G solutions to meet the growing demand for faster and more future-proof network infrastructures.&nbsp;The potential of 400G technology extends beyond immediate efficiency gains and cost savings. Forward-thinking businesses are looking ahead, envisioning the future landscape and aiming to maintain competitive advantage. Evaluating their approach and equipment, they are exploring how to future-proof their businesses for the next three to five years. RETN is embracing this consultative approach, working with customers and technical teams, to understand their unique requirements and challenges, and align with long-term goals. An excellent example is our work with BIX to provide a 400Gbps wavelength service to meet the rising demands of cross-border data exchange (you can&nbsp;<a href="https://retn.net/cases-testimonials/RETN_supports_BIX's_expansion_with_400Gbps_wavelength_service" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: var(--color-blue); background-color: transparent;">read more about that here</a>). This collaborative process enables customers to make informed decisions that will have a lasting impact on their businesses.&nbsp;By staying informed about emerging trends, engaging in collaborative discussions, and leveraging the expertise of seasoned telecoms partners, businesses across the CEE region can navigate the evolving landscape with confidence.&nbsp;If you have any questions or would like to contribute to the conversation, I encourage you to get in touch.&nbsp;Warm regards,&nbsp;Janos MatulaDirector of Wholesale Business, Central and Eastern Europe, RETN

Future-proofing Connectivity: Central & Eastern Europe

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Three experts, with substantial experience in high-bandwidth connectivity, provide insights into what you should anticipate when engaging with a data network partner, ensuring a seamless progression on your transformation journey.

Are you advancing your digital transformation and assessing providers for Network Connectivity, IP Transit, Cloud Connectivity, or DDoS Protection? If so, it's crucial not to forget about quality in your digital foundations. Expensive, slow, unreliable, or inflexible and you’ll be put at risk. These are all words that customers use when it comes to dealing with the suppliers that underpin their digital transformation strategies. RETN was formed to solve these problems and our success has come from eliminating them. In this piece, we interview three experts with substantial experience in high-bandwidth connectivity. They provide insights into what you should anticipate when engaging with a data network partner, ensuring a seamless progression on your transformation journey.&nbsp;Amy Bajer, Managing Director Poland&nbsp;and Central &amp; Eastern Europe, RETN:&nbsp;Looking beyond specific providers, industry trends are pushing for continual development and modernisation. Innovations like 400G technology and expansion into the most strategic Points of Presence (PoPs) are becoming industry standards. This reflects the growing demand for faster, more efficient network infrastructures that can support the digital transformation journey of organisations.&nbsp;Considering the global landscape, interconnections with various regions are paramount. Providers should offer strong links to regions that matter to your business, be it Asia, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, or elsewhere. High cybersecurity standards are non-negotiable in today's threat environment, so ensure that your chosen provider prioritises security.&nbsp;The importance of selecting the right network connectivity partner cannot be overstated. Efficiency, agility, and responsiveness in your digital foundations are the keys to mitigating risks and supporting your organisation's growth. Whether you choose RETN or another provider, these considerations should guide your decision-making process.&nbsp;In conclusion, the selection of a network connectivity provider is a critical decision that impacts the very foundation of your digital infrastructure. Whether you choose RETN or another provider, these considerations - quality, local expertise, international reach, budget management, and security - should guide your decision-making process, ensuring that your digital foundations are efficient, agile, and responsive to your business needs.&nbsp;Dariusz&nbsp;Antczak, Commercial Director&nbsp;Poland&nbsp;and Central &amp; Eastern Europe, RETN:&nbsp;For companies in Poland and beyond, leveraging an international provider is fundamental. This is particularly vital when it comes to internet access. Ensuring that your data doesn't traverse multiple networks between the source and destination is essential. The efficiency of this data path can be a key measure of your Network Service Provider's (NSP) performance. Selecting an international provider with a strong, well-connected network can significantly impact your data's journey and the quality of your connectivity.&nbsp;In my experience, it's crucial to assess a provider's approach to customers. Whether you're evaluating RETN or any other provider, consider factors such as their adaptability and the breadth of services offered. A provider with a range of services, from IP transit to colocation and cloud solutions, can cater to your evolving needs.&nbsp;Local infrastructure also matters. Providers with their infrastructure in key locations offer quicker, more agile services. A customised approach, tailored to your unique requirements, ensures that you're not boxed into standardised solutions. Furthermore, in today's dynamic business landscape, budget considerations are paramount. Seek a partner that can assist you not only in cost optimisation but also in fortifying your security measures. A provider that understands the importance of balancing budgetary constraints with robust security can help you navigate these challenges effectively.&nbsp;William Manzione, Product Manager, RETN:&nbsp;When selecting a network connectivity provider, the primary focus should always be on quality. It's vital not to overlook the quality of the digital foundations you're building. The efficiency, agility, and responsiveness of these foundations are critical to mitigating risks effectively. In my experience prioritising cost alone and opting for the cheapest provider can often lead to dissatisfaction, resulting in the need to cancel contracts and return to the market. It's crucial to ensure that your chosen provider has a reputation for availability and robust support, mitigating the risks associated with subpar service. Even more important is the ability of a network service provider to adjust to your rapidly growing needs in bandwidth or protection services or downsizing those if needed; flexibility and agility are crucial and we understand that better than any other operator on the market. &nbsp;One key consideration is the provider's network coverage. Look for a provider with a robust network that spans regions relevant to your operations. A network with a substantial share of traffic running through their own infrastructure provides greater control and security. Additionally, a widespread presence with numerous Points of Presence (PoPs) ensures reliability and redundancy.&nbsp;Consider a provider's local presence and expertise - having individuals who understand local processes is invaluable. These experts can navigate regional nuances, facilitating the smooth delivery of equipment and infrastructure deployment. For instance, at RETN, we understand the importance of local support and have dedicated procurement and logistics teams in place to streamline these critical processes. We replicate this model in various countries where we operate, ensuring a hassle-free experience for our clients.

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RETN, the international network service provider with unique capabilities to connect Europe and Asia, announces the deployment of its latest link connecting Hong Kong to Singapore via the APG subsea cable.

Hong Kong, London, Singapore - December 11, 2023 - <a href="https://es.prsts.de/c/c1A/bRVx/kh3FyhMbPbGTQu5odA9beQ/AB3/s3z/F/0ff43d1a" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(97, 77, 255);">RETN</a>, the international network service provider with unique capabilities to connect Europe and Asia, announces the deployment of its latest link connecting Hong Kong to Singapore via the APG subsea cable. This marks a pivotal step in RETN's Asian connectivity, where customer centricity and the importance of redundancy and reliability play the central role. Amidst the backdrop of frequent subsea cable breaks in the region, RETN champions the industry standard by advocating for a minimum of three redundant routes between critical points. As Asia grapples with cable disruptions, RETN's route not only enhances diversity and lowers latency (35ms) but also promotes a proactive stance toward building resilient network architectures. Sam Sham, RETN's Head of Asia Operations, emphasised the significance of this strategic expansion, stating, "Southeast Asia is witnessing significant growth and opportunity, with Singapore serving as a major transit hub for all international traffic in the region. This initiative underscores our commitment to meeting the escalating connectivity needs of wholesale and enterprise businesses, ensuring seamless and reliable connectivity solutions amid the challenges posed by cable disruptions." Connecting two major financial centres in Asia, RETN's latest service strengthens the connectivity landscape between key hubs while emphasising the company's commitment to setting an industry standard for building a reliable network. The introduction of the new route and expanded services underscores RETN's leadership in delivering robust, secure, and reliable connectivity solutions. It also serves as a call to the industry, urging a minimum adoption of three redundant routes for optimal network resilience. About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network runs on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp; RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For press enquiries, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(97, 77, 255);">pr@retn.net</a>

RETN Strengthens Asian Connectivity: Third Hong Kong-Singapore Subsea Route

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Last week’s World Communication Awards in Amsterdam, organised by Total Telecom, marked another remarkable moment for RETN as our very own Olena Lutsenko clinched the prestigious Woman in Telecoms Award.

Last week’s World Communication Awards in Amsterdam, organised by Total Telecom, marked another remarkable moment for RETN as our very own Olena Lutsenko clinched the prestigious Woman in Telecoms Award. Her exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication have brought this well-deserved recognition to her and our entire team at RETN.&nbsp;Olena has been at the forefront of our operations in the Black Sea region. Her remarkable leadership amidst challenging circumstances, especially in Ukraine, has been commendable. Alongside the team she leads, Olena has played a pivotal role in ensuring uninterrupted communication for the country and the wider region, steering her team through adversity while prioritising their safety and well-being.&nbsp;Her impact goes beyond the role of Managing Director; she's been an advocate for knowledge sharing and industry progress. From the European Peering Forum in Rome to the Capacity Europe Conference in London, the ITNOG in Bologna, and the UKNOF in Manchester— she has shared invaluable insights and experiences, contributing significantly to our industry's collective knowledge.&nbsp;What truly sets Olena apart is her commitment to fostering a supportive environment and to giving back. Her involvement in initiatives like OURCHILDREN, supporting children affected by war, reflects her dedication to making a positive impact beyond the professional realm.&nbsp;We at RETN are immensely proud of her accomplishment and excited about the continued positive impact she brings to our team and the industry.

Olena Lutsenko, MD of RETN's Black Sea Region, Wins the Woman in Telecoms Award

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RETN, a leading international network services provider, is pleased to announce the launch of its latest network connectivity route from Padua to Vienna.

London, Padova, Bergamo - November 14, 2023&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href="https://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(97, 77, 255); background-color: transparent;">RETN</a>, a leading international network services provider, is pleased to announce the launch of its latest network connectivity route from Padua to Vienna. Leveraging the VSIX Padua Point of Presence (PoP), this newly established route is designed to strengthen internet utilisation in the Veneto region by fostering collaboration among local, national, and international Internet Service Providers. Thanks to a collaboration with Aruba, RETN has designed and deployed a direct connection from Padua to Vienna, to facilitate seamless access and connectivity onwards to Prague and Eastern Europe. Milko Ilari, Managing Director of RETN Italy and Head of the Southern Europe region at RETN, emphasised the need for this development, stating, "Padua has experienced a significant surge in internet traffic, prompting us to introduce this new network route to ensure high-availability, secure, and low-latency digital accessibility between Italy and the rest of Europe." The Northeast of Italy is rapidly emerging as a hub for local operators, witnessing a widespread deployment of Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) networks. RETN's contribution to this digital landscape is expected to further amplify the region's digital capabilities. Notably, the Padua-Vienna route marks RETN's fifth expansion in Italy, providing alternative connectivity to the conventional route via Rome and serving as a resilient alternative for Milan. Prof. Eleonora Di Maria, VSIX President, highlighted the relevance of this opportunity for the whole business ecosystems of the Northeast of Italy: “International connectivity is fundamental to boost market expansion, improve sales/post-sales experience, and constant interaction with global customers of firms in the Northeast - both multinationals and SMEs – as well as to smooth their supply chain management in a digital, data-driven scenario.” Andrea Colangelo, Network Infrastructure Director at Aruba&nbsp;said: “Aruba continues with its network development strategy to interconnect the data centre and the main national and international traffic exchange points. With this in mind, the opening of a PoP in Padua, at VSIX, and the relaunch of a connection towards Prague, where another Aruba owned data centre is located (Forpsi - Ktiš), increases our capacity and resilience of interconnection to the internet network by building an infrastructure independent from the main traffic hubs of the Northwest.” About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. In 2023 RETN was awarded the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ title, at the Global Carrier Awards. Offering a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect, RETN’s network encompasses more than 132,000km across 865+ PoPs, with maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp; RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For press enquiries, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(97, 77, 255); background-color: transparent;">pr@retn.net</a>

New Padua-Vienna Network Route; Boosts Northern Italy’s Connectivity

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New Padua-Vienna Route

RETN, a leading international network services provider proudly secured the Best Pan-European Carrier award at the prestigious Global Carrier Awards 2023.

London - October 19, 2023 - <a href="https://retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN</a>, a leading international network services provider proudly secured the Best Pan-European Carrier award at the prestigious Global Carrier Awards 2023 in London, a highlight of the Capacity Europe telecoms networking conference. Throughout the past year, RETN has made substantial investments in the expansion of its Pan-European network, deploying over 50 new Points of Presence strategically positioned in key cities, including significant development of the metro networks of Warsaw and Riga. Additionally, it has deployed 10 new network routes, among the shortest available in the market, and successfully upgraded TRANSKZ - the award-winning terrestrial route connecting Europe and Asia. RETN has demonstrated unwavering resilience, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of its Ukrainian network despite persistent attacks, while safeguarding its employees worldwide during these challenging times. Looking ahead to the future, RETN listened to the evolving connectivity needs of its customers, deploying 400G services across its European network and leveraging cutting-edge equipment in collaboration with partners Infinera and Juniper. Tony O'Sullivan, CEO of RETN, on our Best Pan-European Carrier Award win at the Global Carrier Awards: "At RETN, our relentless commitment to customers drives our continuous capacity upgrades and adoption of state-of-the-art technologies. Our dedication to ensuring top-tier performance and seamless connectivity, delivered at pace, across our network routes sets us apart in the industry. Coinciding with the 20th anniversary of RETN, as always we remain focused on meeting the dynamic requirements of our customers, acting with agility and flexibility to anticipate their growing needs and suggest them tailored solutions that help their businesses thrive. We are delighted to have been recognised by the judges, and the community, and congratulate all the other winners advancing the industry.” About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. Encompassing more than 132,000km across 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp; RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy.For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at <a href="http://www.retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.retn.net</a>. For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

RETN is named the ‘Best Pan-European Carrier’ by Global Carrier Awards

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RETN named Best Pan-European Carrier

Our iconic annual gathering of industry peers and friends.

Excitement is building as we prepare to reconnect with industry peers and friends at Capacity Europe in London next month! Join us for our iconic pre-party – be sure to register at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: var(--color-action);">pr@retn.net</a> Let's make this a great start to one of Europe’s largest and most exciting Telecoms networking conferences!

Capacity Europe Pre-Party 2023

Capacity Party

With Retelit's spectrum-based transport solution, RETN will offer Italian customers improved connectivity to the rest of Europe.

London, Milan - October 16, 2023&nbsp; Reaching four Continents, having an extensive network in the Mediterranean area, Italy and Europe, and established expertise in managing submarine cable landing solutions, Retelit is the ideal provider for international operators and hyperscalers for the roll-out of telco projects that require a robust, resilient owned infrastructure with broad domestic and international coverage.RETN has chosen Retelit Group's "Spectrum Sharing" solution, a service designed to provide significant and scalable transmission capacity through Retelit’s physical network infrastructure. Retelit's Spectrum Sharing offers a middle-ground solution between inflexible traditional transport options and costlier, more complex dark fibre alternatives. With the partnership, RETN expands its global network from Milan to Marseille on a route that is particularly attractive for international service providers and submarine cable traffic. The Spectrum technical solution proposed by Retelit, which involves virtualisation of the optical layer and its decoupling from the electrical traffic layer, is designed for operators who need to have major capacity cuts and to maintain full control and monitoring of their infrastructural asset, while fully guaranteeing operability. "We have built and customised on the needs of RETN, among the leading network providers in Europe, a transport solution that ensures quality and scalability. The agreement once again demonstrates Retelit's international positioning, which is chosen by global operators for the quality of its solutions and the very high level of customisation of its telco services. With the technological aspects of our service, RETN will enjoy significant benefits for its future capacity upgrades. In fact, our scalable and flexible solution will evolve with our client's needs and requirements, offering them a simpler operating model capable of supporting expansion and growth activities” - stated Diego Teot, Head of Retelit’s Wholesale. Milko Ilari, Managing Director of RETN Italy and Head of Southern Europe Region at RETN, advised: “Milan-Marseille is one of Italy’s most important routes and over the past three years we have seen a massive increase in demand from our customers due to growing traffic on the network. With Retelit we are leading the way for stronger and more reliable network connectivity in Northern Italy and beyond”. About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. Encompassing more than 132,000km across 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp; RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For press enquiries, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: inherit;">pr@retn.net</a> About Retelit Group Retelit is Italy's largest telecommunications player focused on the B2B market and the largest the Italian leader in constructing tailor-made digital transformation projects, executed on entirely Group-managed platforms. In our 20 years, we have been the ideal partner for enterprises, the public sector and operators seeking to tackle head-on the challenges of innovation, thanks to a range which covers the entire value chain of ICT and digitalisation services, from infrastructure to data, from networks to applications. The combination of Retelit’s proprietary assets (a comprehensive fiber-optic network in Italy and across the world and a nationwide Data Center network) and the innovation and digital expertise stemming from major M&amp;A’s has created a unique player in Italy which can offer integrated digital solutions. Retelit is wholly-owned by Asterion.&nbsp;

RETN Expands Milan-Marseille Network Connectivity In Partnership With Retelit

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RETN Expands Milan-Marseille Network

We’re delighted to announce that RETN has been named a finalist for the Operator Excellence Award in the Global Telecoms Awards 2023.

We're delighted to share that&nbsp;RETN has been named a finalist for the Operator Excellence Award, organised by&nbsp;Telecoms.com.&nbsp;The Glotel Awards 2023 shortlist is a showcase of the outstanding achievements within the telecoms industry over the past year.&nbsp;We extend our gratitude to the entire RETN team for their tireless efforts and to our loyal customers and partners for their continued support. As we move forward, we recognise that our industry thrives on collaboration and collective efforts. Stay tuned as we look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of the entire telecom community at the awards ceremony.

RETN named Finalist for the Operator Excellence Award at Global Telecoms Awards 2023

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RETN Finalist for Operator Excellence Award

RETN's Olena Lutsenko has been nominated as a finalist for the prestigious Woman in Telecoms Award at the 25th World Communication Awards!

We are delighted to announce that RETN's very own Olena Lutsenko has been nominated as a finalist for the prestigious Woman in Telecoms Award at the 25th World Communication Awards! As our Managing Director for the Ukraine and the Black Sea region, Olena has consistently demonstrated remarkable leadership and expertise. Her ability to navigate the complexities of the telecommunications sector and drive strategic expansion has been instrumental in propelling the region to remarkable growth, even in the face of&nbsp;unprecedented&nbsp;circumstances.&nbsp;However, Olena's impact reaches far beyond her role as Managing Director. She has emerged as a thought leader, generously sharing her invaluable insights and experiences on successfully operating networks during times of crisis at prestigious industry events across Europe.&nbsp;&nbsp;What truly sets Olena apart is her unwavering commitment to her team and the community. She places the safety and well-being of her colleagues at the forefront, even in the most adverse situations. In addition to her professional achievements, Olena has dedicated her efforts to&nbsp;OUR CHILDREN (https://www.kidsukr.volia.com),&nbsp;a charity project supporting children who have lost one or both of their parents due to the ongoing war.&nbsp;We think Olena Lutsenko truly embodies excellence, and her nomination for the Woman in Telecoms Award is undoubtedly well-deserved. We look forward to the awards ceremony results scheduled for November 22, 2023, in Amsterdam!&nbsp;

World Communication Awards

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World Communication Awards - Woman in Telecoms

RETN, a leading international network services provider, announces a significant expansion of its network infrastructure in the Netherlands, further strengthening its position as a premier connectivity provider in the region.

Amsterdam, London, Rotterdam - September 27, 2023 - <a href="https://retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN</a>, a leading international network services provider, announces a significant expansion of its network infrastructure in the Netherlands, further strengthening its position as a premier connectivity provider in the region. The expansion includes the establishment of two new Points of Presence (PoPs) in Rotterdam, bringing the total number of PoPs in the Netherlands to 29. New Points of Presence (PoPs) in Rotterdam: NorthC Zestienhoven: Located in the heart of Rotterdam, NorthC Zestienhoven provides an ideal connectivity hub for national and international customers. Smartdc: This state-of-the-art data center offers advanced infrastructure and connectivity options, operating on 100% renewable energy sources and closely monitored power consumption, lowering the environmental impact and increasing efficiency. Enhanced Connectivity Routes between Amsterdam and Rotterdam: RETN is connecting Amsterdam and Rotterdam with a redundant ring between two of the Netherlands' most vital economic and industrial centers, opening up exciting opportunities for businesses, enterprises, and smaller regional Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the Rotterdam area. It also positions Rotterdam as an attractive disaster recovery site for businesses looking to ensure business continuity. Luc Janssen, Managing Director at RETN Netherlands, expressed his enthusiasm for the expansion, saying, "The addition of these new PoPs in Rotterdam aligns perfectly with our goal of providing enhanced, local connectivity options for our customers. Rotterdam's status as the largest international harbour in the world and its growing business landscape make it a pivotal hub for internet connectivity. We look forward to further strengthening our presence in this dynamic city." Rotterdam, situated along major international subsea cable routes, offers a strategic geographical advantage, ensuring efficient data transfer and minimal latency. The city's state-of-the-art data centers, network facilities, and internet exchange points, along with its economic significance and interconnection opportunities, position it as a key hub for internet connectivity. About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. Encompassing more than 132,000km across 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp; RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy. For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

Unveils Two New PoPs in Rotterdam and Amsterdam-Rotterdam Connectivity

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In the spirit of camaraderie and connection, RETN hosted an Oktoberfest event that brought together customers and prospects for a memorable day in Munich.

In the spirit of camaraderie and connection, RETN recently hosted an Oktoberfest event that brought together customers and prospects for a memorable day in Munich. The gathering, held on September 20th provided the perfect setting to strengthen connections, indulge in German specialties, and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun. Traditional delights galore… attendees were treated to a scrumptious spread of traditional Oktoberfest specialties, including pretzels, sausages, and an array of refreshing beers. The event was more than just a culinary journey; it was an opportunity for socialising and entertainment. The air was filled with the sounds of traditional music as like-minded individuals came together, fostering new friendships and reinforcing existing ones. RETN looks forward to continuing to nurture these relationships and creating more memorable moments in the future. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and events from RETN. We are grateful for your continued support and look forward to sharing many more special occasions with you in the days to come.

RETN Oktoberfest Celebration

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RETN is proud to announce its sponsorship of the prestigious European Peering Forum scheduled from September 11 to 13, 2023, in Prague, Czech Republic.

RETN is proud to announce its sponsorship of the prestigious European Peering Forum scheduled from September 11 to 13, 2023, in Prague, Czech Republic.&nbsp;The event will focus on the future of the industry including widely supported by RETN 400G Innovations, Interconnection in the Metaverse, and the intricacies of Peering Tools: The Who, What, and Why?&nbsp;Bringing together over 400 peering experts, the event promises three days of insightful discourse and invaluable networking opportunities. Our role as a sponsor underscores our commitment to driving connectivity forwards. As we engage in meaningful conversations and explore business avenues, we invite you to join us at EPF 2023.&nbsp;If you would like to meet in Prague please contact us at market@retn.net or schedule meetings with Tony O'Sullivan, Andrey Gazizov, Milko Ilari, and Aleksei Serdiuk directly.

RETN Sponsors European Peering Forum

RETN Sponsoring the European Peering Forum 2023

We’re delighted to announce that RETN has been shortlisted for The Best Pan-European Carrier 2023 at the prestigious Global Carrier Awards 2023!

We’re delighted to announce that RETN has been shortlisted for The Best Pan-European Carrier 2023 at the prestigious Global Carrier Awards 2023! Huge thanks to the judges and&nbsp;telco &nbsp;for recognising our commitment to seamless connectivity and our efforts in interconnecting the world. Stay tuned for the results as we eagerly await the announcement.&nbsp;

RETN shortlisted: Best Pan-European Carrier

Shortlisted by Global Carrier Awards

RETN shortlisted for Best Pan-European Carrier 2023

RETN is delighted to host our flagship pre-party in Belgrade, marking the spectacular beginning of CEE CEE Summer 2023!

RETN is delighted to host our flagship pre-party in Belgrade, marking the spectacular beginning of CEE CEE Summer 2023! On September 6th, we have the pleasure of gathering with our partners and valued customers, providing an ideal opportunity to reconnect, unwind, and foster new connections before the official CEE event begins. Our dedicated Wholesale Team, including Amy Bajer, Dariusz Antczak, Janos Matula, and Bodosi Szabolcs, will attend the CEE CEE Summer conference – a pivotal gathering for Carriers worldwide. This event brings together top-level executives, operators, carriers, ISPs, VoIP providers, and technical partners, contributing significantly to the advancement of global connectivity. For those who missed it, we hope to see you at future events! Stay tuned for updates on upcoming gatherings and opportunities to connect with us.

CEE CEE Summer Pre-Party – Belgrade

CEE CEE Summer Pre-Party 2023 – Belgrade

RETN, a leading international network services provider, announces the completion of its Pan-European upgrade, now offering 400 Gbps wavelengths across its extensive fibre network.&nbsp;

RETN Unleashes 400G Wavelength Services Across Its Entire Pan-European Network London - August 1, 2023 - <a href="https://retn.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RETN</a>, a leading international network services provider, announces the completion of its Pan-European upgrade, now offering 400 Gbps wavelengths across its extensive fibre network. Through a long-standing cooperation with Infinera, RETN has installed cutting-edge technology and massively upgraded network capacity across all European routes. A high-performance optical transport solution, including the ICE6 optical engine, GX G42 compact modular platform, and FlexILS open optical line system from Infinera, are now deployed to meet the hyperscale bandwidth needs of customers, with lower power consumption, reduced cost and maximum spectral efficiency. Tony O'Sullivan, CEO of RETN, expressed his confidence in the transformative impact of 400G technology, stating, "The Connectivity market has reached a tipping point with single wavelength 400G. With the latest generation Layer 1 capacity services, we are empowering businesses with high-availability 100% diverse fibre routes and industry leading services provision times.” Nick Walden, Senior Vice President of <a href="https://www.infinera.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Infinera</a> commented: “Infinera is delighted to partner with RETN and provide industry-leading optical networking solutions purpose-built to address growing capacity demands and deliver an enhanced customer experience. With our ICE6-powered GX platform and FlexILS line system, RETN is equipped with an agile, high-performance and scalable transport infrastructure optimised for the evolving needs of its customers.” Additionally, RETN upgrades its IP/MPLS network to 400G technology running on <a href="https://www.juniper.net/us/en.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Juniper's</a> latest-generation equipment in proactive approach to satisfy global growing demand for IP traffic. In one of its first deployments of 400G, RETN has successfully interconnected the <a href="https://www.bix.hu/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Budapest Internet Exchange's (BIX)</a> Point of Presence in Vienna with its core infrastructure in Budapest. This supports the surging demand for cross-border data exchange from BIX's 90 members. RETN seamlessly upgraded the Budapest (T-Systems/Dataplex Invitech DC10) - Vienna DigitalRealty (Interxion) wavelength from 100Gbps to 400Gbps in just a few weeks, ensuring a smooth service handover during a hot-cut. The enhanced infrastructure now enables BIX to scale its network and future-proof its operations. Attila Miszori, Member of the Board, BIX, “BIX values RETN's ability to deliver 400Gbps wavelength service with short delivery time and our required hot-cut service handover. We appreciate RETN's professional, proactive, and quality-oriented approach. In an ever-evolving industry, it's essential to partner with service providers like RETN who understand the market and deliver innovative solutions.” About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. Encompassing more than 132,000km across 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp; RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy for its 1800 customers. For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at www.retn.net. For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

RETN Completes 400G Upgrade

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RETN, a leading international network services provider, announces the RETN network grows stronger with three new Points of Presence (PoPs) deployed to meet customer demands and expand presence in key cities and strategic locations.

London/Poznan/Tallinn - July 19, 2023 - RETN, a leading international network services provider, announces the RETN network grows stronger with three new Points of Presence (PoPs) deployed to meet customer demands and expand presence in key cities and strategic locations offering all RETN services, and reinforcing our commitment to delivering flexible, reliable and high-quality connectivity solutions. In London, we've deployed a PoP at Lumen DC in Goswell Road, enabling IP Transit services to new customers, expanding our presence in one of the world's major cities. “Our new PoP in Goswell Road exemplifies our commitment to grow our presence in the UK, bringing RETN’s network services to more UK based ISPs, NSPs and content providers.” Chris Elliott, Commercial Director, RETN UK. Our expansion in Poznań brings the Talex DC on Karpia Street on-net, acting as the main DWDM node in Poznań, a key hub on our primary DWDM transport routes for Poland and onto Ukraine and the Baltic states, whilst also facilitating our presence in the local Poznań market. "Talex boasts extensive interconnectivity within the Poznań area, establishing it as a strategic hub for numerous telco and enterprise customers. This new PoP enables seamless accessibility to our extensive network and services for a wide range of businesses, both present and future.” Amy Bajer, Managing Director, RETN Poland &amp; CEE. Lastly, we've established a PoP in Tallinn at Greenergy DC, serving new IP Transit and Capacity customers and establishing a presence in one of the largest and most sustainable data centres in the Baltics, known for its outstanding energy efficiency and highest certification standards. “We’re happy to announce this important next step for RETN’s network development in the Nordic and Baltic region, as we continue building our strength as a leading gateway between Western and Eastern Europe, catering to the diverse connectivity requirements of our wholesale and enterprise customers. This will further appeal to organisations with a commitment to sustainability and those prioritising environmentally friendly practices.” Timur Pertenava, Commercial Director, RETN Nordic and Baltic. These mark 50+ new PoPs over the past 12 months, on top of an additional 10 new network routes in the Pan-European region.&nbsp;About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network services providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. Encompassing more than 132,000km across 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena. RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia. RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy for its 1800 customers. For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at www.retn.net. For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">pr@retn.net</a>

3 New PoPs in London, Poznań, and Tallinn

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RETN Announces 3 New PoPs in London, Poznań, Tallinn

RETN, a leading international network services provider, announces the launch of its new low latency network route between London and Paris.

London/Paris - July 11, 2023 - RETN, a leading international network services provider, announces the launch of its new low latency network route between London and Paris. Spanning 550 kilometres, this cutting-edge infrastructure leverages CrossChannel, the latest subsea cable from Crosslake Fibre and advanced fibre-optic technology to ensure faster and more efficient data transmission for businesses in the financial and datacentre hubs.&nbsp;Departing from Slough in west London and bypassing central London, RETN's new network route creates additional redundancy, reduces outage risks, enhances network performance, and provides unparalleled resilience and data security. Additionally, it offers tremendous capacity throughput, meeting the increasing demands of the digital age.&nbsp;"Our new network route between London and Paris marks a significant milestone for RETN and our customers," said Tony O’Sullivan, CEO at RETN. "By offering a direct and unique connection between these two major European hubs, we provide businesses with increased flexibility, redundancy, and improved data security. This enhanced connectivity opens up a wealth of opportunities for companies looking to expand their operations in both cities and beyond."&nbsp;This strategic expansion further solidifies RETN's position as a key player in the European connectivity market while empowering Financial Services, Enterprise, and Wholesale customers with faster, more efficient, and reliable data transmission, and access to new growth opportunities in critical markets.&nbsp;&nbsp;About RETN RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. RETN’s most distinctive feature is its ownership of an extensive, international fibre network. Encompassing more than 132,000km across approximately 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena.&nbsp;RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp;&nbsp;RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy for its 1800 customers.&nbsp;For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at www.retn.net.&nbsp;For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

New London to Paris Low Latency Route

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Thanks to our clients and partners for joining us in Frankfurt for a special lunch event hosted by Mario Kohl, our Chief Sales Officer, and the RETN Team.

Thanks to our clients and partners for joining us in Frankfurt for a special lunch event hosted by Mario Kohl, our Chief Sales Officer, and the RETN Team. This was not only a tribute to our 20th anniversary but also an opportunity for engaging discussions and networking. We enjoyed a beautiful venue, delicious food, and great conversations in which we discussed industry insights, shared updates on collaborations, and highlighted our network advancements. Mario Kohl, reflecting on the occasion, shared, "We had the privilege of raising a glass with our guests, commemorating RETN's 20th anniversary. It was a moment of pride and gratitude, knowing that our achievements were built upon strong partnerships and collaborative efforts. As we reflected on the past two decades, it was evident that RETN's growth story would not have been possible without the unwavering support of our clients and suppliers. We extend our deepest gratitude to all those who have been a part of our journey, contributing to our success both in the past and for the future." Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating this significant milestone. Here's to the next 20 years of success and innovation!

Frankfurt Client Event

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RETN, a leading international network service provider, announces the successful completion of its new Stockholm to Helsinki route deployment.

London/Stockholm/Helsinki - 8 June, 2023 - RETN, a leading international network service provider, announces the successful completion of its new Stockholm to Helsinki route deployment. This latest expansion extends RETN’s global footprint, offering enhanced diversity, resilience, and performance across its network. RETN continues developing shortest routes on the market to achieve record latency numbers. With a route length of just 450 kilometres, RETN's customers in the Nordic region will benefit from the lowest roundtrip times, 4.45 milliseconds, allowing their applications to work faster and their businesses to be more efficient. This is especially crucial for those enterprise customers with time-sensitive communication needs with their Asian manufacturers, including logistics, retail, and e-commerce businesses that rely on real-time data transfer to maintain efficient supply chain management. With its strong regional presence, RETN is well-equipped to support organisations and enterprises in their digital transformation journeys. "We are thrilled to announce that we have successfully launched our new Stockholm-Helsinki route deployment," said Maxim Lukoshius, Deputy CTO of RETN. "By introducing this new route, RETN is increasing the diversity of its network routes in the region. This upgrade will enable RETN to meet the ever-increasing customer demand for high-capacity, low-latency services with built-in redundancy." About RETN&nbsp;RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. RETN’s most distinctive feature is its ownership of an extensive, international fibre network. Encompassing more than 132,000km across approximately 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena.&nbsp;RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp;&nbsp;RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy for its 1700 customers.&nbsp;For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at www.retn.net.&nbsp;For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

New Stockholm-Helsinki Route

RETN Completes Deployment of New Stockholm-Helsinki Route

RETN Completes New Stockholm-Helsinki Route

In May 2023 we celebrated a significant milestone as RETN Ltd, headquartered in the UK, marked its formation in 2003.

In May 2023 we celebrated a significant milestone as RETN Ltd, headquartered in the UK, marked its formation in 2003. We are proud to note how RETN has grown in the terms of team, different cultures, so many offices around Europe and Asia and territories where we serve our customers! Our expansive presence (43 countries and 132 000 km of network) allows us to serve our customers and partners efficiently while staying close to their unique needs and requirements. Happy 20th Birthday to RETN! Let's continue working together to make a positive impact on the world.

RETN 20th Year Anniversary

20th Birthday

RETN Celebrates 20th Year Anniversary

RETN, a leading international network services provider, announced today that it has completed the second phase of its Budapest to Sofia ring, achieving 100% network diversity from Budapest to Sofia via Romania.&nbsp;

London/Budapest/Sofia - May 16, 2023 - RETN, a leading international network services provider, announced today that it has completed the second phase of its Budapest to Sofia ring, achieving 100% network diversity from Budapest to Sofia via Romania. The new route, Budapest BIX - Timisoara - Sofia Equinix SO2, spans a total distance of 1080 kilometres and compliments the first phase Budapest Dataplex - Belgrade - Sofia Telepoint, which was announced in October last year.&nbsp;Both routes terminate in different datacentres at both ends, with BIX and Dataplex in Budapest and Equinix and Telepoint in Sofia. RETN is utilising the latest generation of Infinera equipment for both line and transponders, and has also upgraded its IP/MPLS equipment at Belgrade and Sofia with Juniper’s MX10008, offering quicker delivery times and bandwidths up to 400G across all RETN services.&nbsp;The diversity of routes enables RETN to provision new capacity for customers at a rapid pace using instant bandwidth hardware, long-distance circuits to other regions without regeneration in Budapest, and protects services in the event of fibre cuts using the latest technology.&nbsp;Tony O'Sullivan, CEO of RETN said, "By completing this new route, RETN is offering the latest generation Layer 1 capacity services, including 400G, to customers with high-availability and 100% diverse fibre routes. This will greatly benefit organisations and enterprises in the region, allowing them to expand their operations and grow their businesses with the assurance of high-quality network services. RETN is committed to continuing to provide innovative solutions to support its customers' digital transformation journeys."&nbsp;&nbsp;About RETN&nbsp;RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. RETN’s most distinctive feature is its ownership of an extensive, international fibre network. Encompassing more than 132,000km across approximately 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena.&nbsp;RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp;&nbsp;RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy for its 1700 customers.&nbsp;For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at www.retn.net.&nbsp;For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

New Budapest to Sofia Route via Romania

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RETN, a leading international network service provider, is excited to announce the launch of a new fibre route connecting Berlin, Poznan, and Warsaw. The 780km route is a significant addition to the company's Central and Eastern European network providing a unique additional diverse route and much increased capacity between Germany and Poland.

London/Berlin/Warsaw - May 10, 2023 - RETN, a leading international network service provider, is excited to announce the launch of a new fibre route connecting Berlin, Poznan, and Warsaw. The 780km route is a significant addition to the company's Central and Eastern European network providing a unique additional diverse route and much increased capacity between Germany and Poland. The existing paths between Germany and Poland are one of RETN's most trafficked routes linking the core of its Western and Eastern European networks. The new route is using dark fibre laid alongside gas and oil infrastructure, providing additional security and protection with near perfect historical availability on most sections. The configuration allows for lower latency services between Berlin and other parts of Northern Germany and Warsaw. Furthermore, additional metro fibre in Poznan allows for customers to mix both existing and new routes for optimum diversity.&nbsp;Tony O'Sullivan, CEO of RETN said, "As a central highway of traffic between Europe and Asia, this network development represents a significant milestone for RETN and our customers. With double the capacity for future growth, improved diversity, and reduced latency, we are confident that this new route will be a game-changer for our customers."&nbsp;As the entire European DWDM network is based on the new generation FlexILS Infinera Line System, this new route has been implemented with the same technology, ensuring high-quality, record-fast service delivery.&nbsp;This project fits well within RETN's strategy to add long haul fibre density in the core of its European network. The company continues to expand its network to meet the evolving needs of businesses, and this new fibre route is a testament to that commitment.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;About RETN&nbsp;RETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. RETN’s most distinctive feature is its ownership of an extensive, international fibre network. Encompassing more than 132,000km across approximately 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena.&nbsp;RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp;&nbsp;RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy for its 1700 customers.&nbsp;For more information on RETN and its services, please visit the company's website at www.retn.net.&nbsp;For press enquiries, please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

RETN Launches New Fibre Route Connecting Berlin, Poznań, and Warsaw, Doubling Capacity for Future Expansion

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New Route Berlin, Poznań, Warsaw

London – May 4, 2023, International network service provider RETN and a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), today announced it will offer connectivity to Oracle Cloud through <a href="https://cloud.oracle.com/networking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) FastConnect</a> in Frankfurt.

RETN becomes Oracle FastConnect partner in Frankfurt&nbsp;London – May 4, 2023, International network service provider RETN and a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), today announced it will offer connectivity to Oracle Cloud through <a href="https://cloud.oracle.com/networking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) FastConnect</a> in Frankfurt. RETN will deliver&nbsp;direct connectivity services to OCI at Equinix FR5 and Interxion FRA10. Oracle customers can harness the power of Oracle Cloud locally, including Oracle Autonomous Database, to unlock innovation and drive business growth.&nbsp;­­­­&nbsp;William Manzione, RETN Product Manager: “We are delighted to add Oracle to the portfolio of our Cloud Connect family. A partnership that adds value to our product while delivering direct connectivity to one of the most recognised and prestigious cloud providers globally. Our customers will be able to match high network performances along with the most advanced cloud services in the market.&nbsp;Using reliable point-to-point connections made by dedicated circuits with capacity up to 100G on RETN’s multi-terabit international backbone network, FastConnect will allow RETN Cloud Connect customers to have direct access to their OCI virtual cloud network via dedicated, private, high-bandwidth connections that are easily scalable, allowing efficient responses to changing business requirements.”&nbsp;“Reliable connectivity is necessary for critical, high bandwidth workloads like analytics, data warehousing, and streaming,” said Vinay Kumar, vice president of product management, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.&nbsp;“With OCI FastConnect, customers can achieve high service levels, and reliably high throughput in their network connection to Oracle Cloud.”&nbsp;OCI’s extensive network of more than &nbsp;80 <a href="https://www.oracle.com/cloud/networking/fastconnect/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">FastConnect</a> global and regional partners offer customers dedicated connectivity to Oracle Cloud regions and OCI services – providing customers with the best options anywhere in the world.&nbsp;Oracle Cloud Infrastructure FastConnect enables enterprise cloud connectivity to OCI from trusted enterprise data centres. Connecting directly to OCI through Oracle FastConnect enables a fast, private connection to the industry’s broadest and most integrated cloud platform, with a complete range of services across Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS).&nbsp;&nbsp;About RETNRETN is one of the fastest growing independent Eurasian network providers, with unique resources to connect Europe and Asia. It offers a wide range of connectivity services, such as IP transit, Ethernet &amp; VPN, Capacity, Remote peering to major IXPs, Colocation and Cloud Connect. RETN’s most distinctive feature is its ownership of an extensive, international fibre network. Encompassing more than 132,000km across 865+ PoPs, it allows RETN to have maximum control of its physical network, which is running on leading equipment vendors such as Infinera, Juniper and Ciena.&nbsp;RETN’s unique solution to connect Europe and Asia is built on its own homogenous DWDM and IP/MPLS Network Platform and widely branched land routes, passing through Western Europe, Eastern Europe and up to the border with China and further onwards into Southeast Asia.&nbsp;&nbsp;RETN provides telecommunication services throughout its Eurasian network with short lead times, industry leading uptimes, and multiple layers of redundancy for its 1700 customers.&nbsp;About Oracle PartnerNetworkOracle PartnerNetwork (OPN) is Oracle’s partner program designed to enable partners to accelerate the transition to cloud and drive superior customer business outcomes. The OPN program allows partners to engage with Oracle through track(s) aligned to how they go to market: Cloud Build for partners that provide products or services built on or integrated with Oracle Cloud; Cloud Sell for partners that resell Oracle Cloud technology; Cloud Service for partners that implement, deploy and manage Oracle Cloud Services; and License &amp; Hardware for partners that build, service or sell Oracle software licenses or hardware products. Customers can expedite their business objectives with OPN partners who have achieved Expertise in a product family or cloud service.&nbsp;To learn more visit: <a href="http://www.oracle.com/partnernetwork" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.oracle.com/partnernetwork</a> &nbsp;TrademarksOracle, Java, MySQL and NetSuite are registered trademarks of Oracle Corporation. NetSuite was the first cloud company--ushering in the new era of cloud computing. RETN is a registered trademark of RETN Capital. &nbsp;Contact: for PR media please contact <a href="mailto:pr@retn.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pr@retn.net</a>

RETN access to Oracle Cloud: FastConnect

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RETN announces access to Oracle Cloud: FastConnect

RETN and London Internet Exchange (LINX) hosted a pre-party at #PeeringDays in Sofia. This event brought together industry professionals to network and discuss the latest developments in interconnection services.

On March 29, 2023 - RETN and London Internet Exchange (LINX) hosted a pre-party at #PeeringDays in Sofia. This event brought together industry professionals to network and discuss the latest developments in interconnection services. RETN's partnership with LINX is just one example of our interconnectivity and collaboration. By working together, RETN and LINX are able to offer customers a more comprehensive range of interconnection services in London and beyond, helping businesses to connect and grow in an increasingly digital world.&nbsp;Peering Days is the largest peering conference in Central and Eastern Europe, an international meeting of experts directed at network engineers, peering coordinators, internet providers, cloud administrators and data centre operators.&nbsp;Thank you to everyone who continues to join us by attending the 95+ events we participate in and organise over the course of the year. For a glimpse into why we love to meet face to face - explore photos from the pre-party in our June 2023 newsletter by <a href="https://stories.prowly.com/247777-retn-newsletter-june-2023?preview=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5);">clicking here.</a>

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