HANOVER, Md — January 27, 2026: Trans Pacific Networks (TPN) is deploying Ciena's (NYSE: CIEN) industry-leading optical solutions to provide high-speed, low-latency digital connectivity across the Asia-Pacific region. With Ciena’s technology powering its Echo and Tabua subsea cables, TPN will be able to deliver terabit wavelengths, maximizing the capacity and efficiency of these critical assets. Pioneer Consulting will oversee route engineering, technical quality assurance, and end-to-end project execution.
“TPN is paving the way for a more connected digital experience for half-a-billion users across the U.S. and Pacific,” said Alfred Au Yeung, Chief Operating Officer at Trans Pacific Networks. “With Ciena’s innovative optical solutions and expertise in subsea cable architecture, we can boost capacity and continue to drive economic growth across the Indo-Pacific.”
“Submarine cable operators around the globe are preparing their networks for the AI era,” said Brodie Gage, Senior Vice President, Global Products & Supply Chain at Ciena. “As demand for bandwidth-intensive AI workloads and cloud-based services continues to surge, the need for high-capacity infrastructure has never been more critical. Ciena’s coherent optical innovations will enable TPN to achieve the highest levels of capacity, resiliency, and cost efficiency.”
“Pioneer Consulting is proud to have supported TPN since 2017, from the initial concept inception phase of the Echo cable system, and on through procurement, implementation, now assisting with the transition to operations as TPN prepares to enter commercial service in 2026,” said Austin Shields, Director of Client Solutions at Pioneer Consulting. “It’s been an honor to partner with TPN throughout this procurement process, using our expertise to prepare procurement packages, adjudicate, and finally recommend Ciena to come on board to this momentous project. We’re excited to see the fruits of this very promising partnership.”
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