Telstra InfraCo says this feature automatically reroutes traffic to an alternate fibre path if an outage occurs on the primary path in the core network. It’s an intelligent, software-driven failover which typically happens within minutes, minimising downtime - “ideal for customers who want more protection
than a traditional unprotected service, but do not need all the features of a fully protected service”.

“The feature is available on new single access Wavelength service connections with bandwidths of 100Gbps or 400Gbps across 6 intercapital routes. It’s aimed at customers who want to reduce the risk of disruption from outages in the core network and reduce downtime if an outage occurs,” Telstra InfraCo explained.

Dipan Patel, Telstra InfraCo’s Digital Infrastructure Solutions Executive, said InfraCo is focused on delivering the resilient, redundant connectivity necessary for today’s digital economy.

“Australian businesses, government organisations and consumers increasingly rely on digital tools and services. Issues on InfraCo’s core fibre network are rare, butwhen they happen it’s vital to get our customers’ services back up and running fast. After a successful customer trial, we’re pleased to offer this feature to all our wholesale customers. The Core Restoration feature will help service providers minimise disruption for their customers and users by restoring traffic to another path in minutes,” Patel said.

“Core Restoration is a unique enhancement as it draws on the three diverse fibre paths on our 6 intercapital routes,” “It is another step in our strategy to leverage our investment in networks and technologies to deliver the most reliable, resilient, high-capacity wavelength services for our customers.”

According to Telstra InfraCo, core restoration adds to the range of resilience options on Wholesale Wavelength services, giving customers more choice in how to tailor solutions to suit their needs

“Telstra, through its technology partner Ericsson, is using Ciena’s 6500 Packet-Optical Platform powered by WaveLogic 5 Extreme (WL5e) programmable 800Gbps coherent technology. The photonic control plane feature in Ciena’s 6500 platform is powering Telstra’s core-restoration feature, enabling the restoration of affected traffic by intelligently re-routing it through an alternative route over a diverse fibre link.”

“There are many reasons for potential service disruption, but the dizzying rate of digitisation in Australia and around the world leaves little room for interruptions to connectivity. Using the 6500’s photonic control plane, Telstra is staying ahead of the game by proactively exploring options to boost the availability and efficiency of its network,” said Matt Hayes, Regional Managing Director, Ciena.

Emilio Romeo, Head of Ericsson Australia and New Zealand, says: “We are pleased to work with Telstra and Ciena to drive this innovative core restoration advancement in Telstra’s network. It will not only minimise downtime but also strengthen the resilience of Australia’s telecommunications infrastructure. Innovations like these ensure reliable and efficient connectivity for Australian businesses and consumers.”