Nokia has introduced a new co-existence network element that enables broadband operators to run 10G, 25G, and 50G PON services simultaneously over the same optical fiber. Designed to support the growing demand for high-speed residential and enterprise broadband, the solution allows network providers to evolve their infrastructure without requiring disruptive or costly upgrades.
The co-existence solution lets operators layer multiple PON technologies on distinct wavelengths, avoiding service interruptions while maximizing fiber utilization. This capability gives service providers the flexibility to deliver multi-gigabit services tailored to specific customer needs and deployment scenarios, ranging from tactical enterprise rollouts to mass-market fiber broadband. Combined with Nokia’s multi-PON platform, operators can scale capacity while future-proofing their infrastructure for continued broadband evolution.
The deployment-ready solution supports dense rollouts and allows seamless migration paths from existing 10G or 25G networks to next-gen 50G PON. With fiber gaining traction as the backbone for future-ready, energy-efficient broadband, Nokia’s approach positions operators to deliver higher speeds, greater scalability, and more competitive service offerings.
- Co-existence solution supports 10G, 25G, and 50G PON on a single fiber strand
- Enables multi-wavelength deployment without interrupting existing services
- Protects infrastructure investments and eliminates need for forklift upgrades
- Supports both mass-market broadband and specialized enterprise services
- Integrates with Nokia’s multi-PON portfolio for flexible broadband delivery
“Moving to next-generation PON is a competitive advantage for operators seeking to offer differentiated services,” said Geert Heyninck, General Manager of Broadband Networks at Nokia. “Our co-existence solution allows operators to support all flavors of PON on a single fiber, providing the flexibility to pick and choose the technology that is best suited to meet the unique demands of their residential and enterprise customers, both today and for years to come.”
