Aramco achieved a 2.4Tbps optical transmission in a field trial on its existing fiber network.
The trial tested Nokia’s sixth-generation Photonic Service Engine (PSE-6s), which powers line cards capable of delivering up to 2.4Tbps. Conducted over a Dispersion Shifted Fiber (DSF) route, the trial demonstrated seamless integration with Aramco’s operational infrastructure, showcasing a scalable upgrade path for future capacity expansion.
The implementation validated the efficiency and versatility of Nokia’s PSE-6s chipset, which enables 6 x 400GE client traffic on a WDM spectrum of just 300GHz. It also highlighted PSE-6s’s fiber sensing capabilities, which provide real-time monitoring and enhance network security and operational efficiency. This innovation is expected to address growing traffic demands while minimizing energy consumption and costs for Aramco’s optical network.
The collaboration emphasizes a shared focus on sustainability and advanced technology. Nokia’s solution enhances network capacity while enabling proactive maintenance to future-proof operations. The field trial positions both companies to meet escalating connectivity needs in a secure and energy-efficient manner.
• Achieved 2.4Tbps capacity using Nokia’s PSE-6s-powered line cards.
• Tested over an operational Dispersion Shifted Fiber (DSF) network.
• Demonstrated 6 x 400GE client traffic on 300GHz WDM spectrum.
• Highlighted integrated fiber sensing for monitoring and maintenance.
• Showcased a seamless upgrade path for Aramco’s existing infrastructure.
Nabil Nuaim, Aramco Sr. VP of Digital & Information Technology, said: “Our collaboration with Nokia has assisted in enhancing our optical network infrastructure. This successful demonstration shows that our fiber network is well-equipped to handle the growing demand for high-capacity traffic securely, as we look to future-proof our operations for next-generation technologies.”
Carlo Corti, Head of Optical Networks, Middle East and Africa at Nokia, said: “This field trial underscores our commitment to innovation and delivering cutting-edge technology to our customers. Our PSE-6 super-coherent optics’ capabilities, including its fiber sensing technology, assist in ensuring that Aramco’s network is not only highly efficient but also future-proofed for evolving demands.”
