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Last week at OFC 2025, AusOptic had the opportunity to witness firsthand how Lightera, the newly rebranded OFC and Furukawa Electric company, is positioning itself at the forefront of optical technology.

With the rapid growth of AI workloads and data centres, optical fibre technologies must evolve at an unprecedented pace to meet the urgent need for high-fibre density solutions that provide both high capacity and ultra-low latency. Companies at the forefront of innovation, such as Lightera, are shaping the future of network infrastructure with advancements in hollow core fibre, multi-core fibre, and high-density fibre bundles.

Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., a key supplier to AusOptic and renowned manufacturer of FITEL fusion splicers, has announced the integration of its optical fibre cable operations under a new brand name: Lightera™. This strategic rebranding, which took effect on April 1, 2025 (and is no April fools joke), marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of one of the world's leading optical fibre manufacturers.

Discover the Tempo Omni Marker II, an advanced solution for marking and locating underground utilities. Enhance safety, preserve asset integrity. Streamline the process of marking and locating underground utilities including water, gas, telecoms, and electricity.

Centralised testing allows network operators to quickly deploy FTTx links while maintaining quality and controlling costs. By using remote fiber test systems with OTDR-based optical test heads, link continuity testing and end-to-end loss measurement can be performed from a central location.

EXFO is set to demonstrate their latest advancements in fiber optic electrical and optical testing at OFC 2024. The company will showcase automated PIC testing and complete electrical-to-optical transceiver testing capabilities.

EXFO's Remote Fibre Testing and Monitoring (RFTM) is changing the fibre deployment landscape, enhancing field efficiency and cost-effectiveness by eliminating testing costs and providing real-time insights.

How the EXFO OTH-7000 and Remote Fibre Testing and Monitoring (RFTM) can help data centres ensure optimal performance and reliability. Continuously monitor critical links, manage fibre SLAs, automate alerting, and reduce MTTR (Mean Time To Repair). With RFTM, data centre operators can proactively identify and address issues before they impact performance. Get real-time monitoring of critical links, allowing operators to quickly detect and resolve any potential problems.

As Australia is making significant strides in the 5G roll-out, especially with the C-band spectrum taking the lead. This transformative technology supports 5G connectivity across the country, from bustling urban centres to vast regional areas. Let’s explore how the C-band is reshaping Australia’s 5G networks and its wide-ranging implications for the future of telecommunications in the land down under.

A look at EXFO Remote Fibre Testing and Monitoring (RFTM) solutions for 5G Fronthaul Architecture. Ensure optimal performance and integrity of next-gen RF networks with advanced tools and techniques. Minimise downtime and maximise efficiency in the rapidly evolving telecommunications landscape.

Correct cabling installation plays a crucial but often ignored role in connecting to the National Broadband Network (NBN). Good cabling ensures the best connectivity and allows property owners to place their NBN connection box and Wi-Fi router in the best spots boosting coverage and performance. This post gives an overview of NBN cabling installation. It covers initial planning steps and specific needs for different NBN technologies.