Cisco said it is planning to acquire Lightwire, an optical interconnect technology provider for high-speed networking applications.
The acquisition will enable Cisco to deliver enhanced networks with the next generation of optical connectivity, allowing service provider and data centre customers to meet the demands of video, data, voice, mobility and cloud services.
Upon completion of the acquisition, Lightwire employees will be integrated into Cisco’s Transceiver Modules Group Business Unit and Supply Chain Operations Group.
Lightwire’s CMOS photonics will enable switches, routers and optical transport systems to have improved density optical connectivity.
Cisco Service Provider Networking Group senior vice-president Surya Panditi said the acquisition of Lightwire will support Cisco’s data centre and service provider customers as they manage the continuing deluge of network traffic alongside tight capital and operating budgets.
"With the combined know-how from Cisco in silicon design and Lightwire in CMOS photonics, we will transform Cisco’s optical connectivity business to an integrated technology platform that supports our customers’ burgeoning need for cost-effective high-speed networks," said Panditi.
