GTT opens new PoP in Japan
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US-based cloud networking provider GTT Communications has launched a new PoP in Osaka Japan as part of an expansion of its global Tier 1 network.
The company has also opened four new PoPs in the US – in Charlotte, Kansas City, St. Louis and Reno – and one in Calgary in Canada.
GTT’s network now includes more than 300 PoPs across six continents. The operator also announced in February that it plans to acquire European fiber network operator Interoute for around €1.9 billion ($2.7 billion), adding an additional 400 PoPs to its network.
The Interoute network includes over 67,000 km of lit fiber, 25 physical or virtual data centers, 31 colocation centers and connections to 195 additional third party data centers across Europe.
“GTT will continue to expand our network globally as we deliver on our purpose of connecting people across organizations, around the world and to every application in the cloud,” GTT president and CEO Rick Calder said.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific cities in North America has GTT expanded its network into recently?
Which specific cities in North America has GTT expanded its network into recently?
GTT has opened four new PoPs in the US, located in Charlotte, Kansas City, St. Louis and Reno. Also, they have launched one new PoP in Calgary, Canada, as part of their global expansion.
Q.What is the primary objective behind GTT's continuous network expansion, according to its CEO?
What is the primary objective behind GTT's continuous network expansion, according to its CEO?
GTT's president and CEO, Rick Calder, stated that the company will continue to expand its network globally. The purpose is to connect people across organisations, around the world, and to every application in the cloud.
Q.What is the expected increase in GTT's global PoP count once the Interoute acquisition is finalised?
What is the expected increase in GTT's global PoP count once the Interoute acquisition is finalised?
GTT's network currently includes over 300 PoPs across six continents. The planned acquisition of Interoute is expected to add an additional 400 PoPs to this total, significantly expanding their global reach.
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