ADTRAN (NASDAQ:ADTN), Inc. (NASDAQ:ADTN) is a leading provider of networking and communications equipment designed to enable broadband connectivity and advanced network services. The company specializes in delivering end-to-end solutions that span fiber, copper and wireless access technologies. These offerings include high-capacity fiber optic transport, Ethernet aggregation, network management software and virtualization platforms, allowing service providers and enterprises to build scalable, future-ready networks.
At the core of ADTRAN’s portfolio are broadband access products that support both traditional digital subscriber line (DSL) and next-generation passive optical network (PON) technologies. The company’s fiber access line features optical line terminals (OLTs) and optical network terminals (ONTs) that enable high-speed residential and business services. Complementing this, ADTRAN’s software-defined networking (SDN) and network functions virtualization (NFV) solutions provide centralized control and automation for multi-domain networks, while its wireless and Wi-Fi systems address in-building and last-mile connectivity demands.
Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, ADTRAN has evolved from a regional equipment supplier into a global telecommunications innovator. Through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, the company has expanded its product suite and market reach, integrating technologies from Ethernet switching, broadband access and software-defined networking. ADTRAN’s commitment to open standards and interoperability has supported a broad ecosystem of technology partners and accelerated the deployment of converged, high-capacity networks around the world.
ADTRAN operates across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East, serving a diverse customer base that includes incumbent and competitive service providers, utilities, enterprise organizations and government agencies. Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Tom Stanton, the company continues to focus on research and development, fostering innovation in areas such as 5G transport, home-networking solutions and cloud-based network orchestration. With a global workforce and a network of channel partners, ADTRAN remains positioned to address the evolving connectivity needs of service providers and enterprises alike.
