Ciena Corporation is a global supplier of networking solutions, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and support of optical and packet transport technologies. The company’s portfolio encompasses high-capacity optical systems, packet-optical transport platforms, coherent optics, and software-defined networking solutions. Ciena’s offerings enable service providers, enterprises, and cloud operators to build scalable, resilient, and programmable networks that meet the growing demands of bandwidth-intensive applications.
At the core of Ciena’s product lineup are its wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) systems, which deliver high-speed optical transport across metro, regional, and long-haul networks. These systems are complemented by packet networking platforms that facilitate seamless integration of Ethernet, MPLS, and IP services. In addition, Ciena provides a suite of network automation and orchestration software, including analytics-driven control planes and intent-based networking tools that help customers optimize network performance and reduce operational complexity.
Founded in 1992 by a team of optical networking pioneers, Ciena went public in 1997 and has since grown into a leading communications technology provider. Under the leadership of President and CEO Gary B. Smith, the company has continued to invest in research and development, securing a portfolio of innovations in coherent optics, adaptive networking, and software applications. Ciena’s collaborative approach with ecosystem partners and tier-one carriers has played a key role in advancing industry standards and accelerating the adoption of next-generation networks.
With headquarters in Hanover, Maryland, Ciena serves customers in over 80 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific regions. Its solutions underpin the infrastructure of major service providers, hyperscale data centers, government agencies, and large enterprises. By focusing on open architectures and multi-vendor interoperability, Ciena helps organizations meet evolving connectivity requirements while positioning their networks for future growth.
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