Ciena powers open-access fiber expansion in Georgia and beyond

Through a recent partnership announcement with Ciena, eCommunity Fiber is poised to extend its open-access fiber network in Georgia and beyond. Launched by parent company A2D, an open-access local exchange carrier, the privately-funded eCommunity Fiber network currently serves five cities within Clayton County in Georgia. eCommunity is now gearing up for its second Georgia deployment, with plans to cross other state lines in 2024. Open-access networks are deployed by one company and then leased to multiple internet service providers, which can then offer broadband service to end customers. Providers serving through the eCommunity network include ConnectFast, Culture Wireless, Momentum Telecom, and Syringa Networks. Lumen and Nitel services are also available for businesses in the area.