BT activated a new MPLS node in Toronto and announced a newly upgraded end-to-end private line, single contract service between Canada and some 20 countries worldwide. BT said the MPLS backbone would simplify the provision and management of trans-border services for global enterprises. The Toronto node, built in response to customer demand, is part of the first phase of BT’s plan to extend its IP infrastructure in the Americas. http://www.btplc.com
- In November 2003, BT announced the activation of eight new MPLS nodes on its IP backbone serving the U.S., Canada and Mexico. A further seven node expansion is planned. New nodes are now operational in Washington DC, Miami, Houston, Detroit, Seattle, Denver, Toronto and Mexico City. In 2004-2005, BT will activate additional nodes in St. Louis, Tampa, Phoenix, Minneapolis, Cleveland, Cincinnati and Charlotte, bringing the total number to 23.
- BT is using Level 3 Communications’ new (3)Hub Private Line and (3)Center Colocation services to expand its MPLS backbone in the Americas.