MRV Speakers Discuss Optical Transport And Carrier Ethernet Packet Evolution Strategies At Packet Transport Networks Event
July 7th, 2010
Company Also Showcases Packet Optical Networking Solution
for Carrier Ethernet Transport Networks
CHATSWORTH, CA - July 07, 2010 - MRV COMMUNICATIONS, INC., today announced two company executives will present as part of the Packet Transport Networks event in Milan, Italy, presenting on best practices on the deployment of packet-optical transport for Carrier Ethernet networks and giving an industry update on the use of optical Ethernet in mobile backhaul networks. MRV Communications, Inc. is a leading supplier of optical communication systems for high-speed carrier and enterprise networks.
Packet Transport Networks is a detailed and specific forum for senior professionals looking to tap into the most current thinking on packet evolution strategies, key technology advances, systems developments, standards and deployment options. This year's event will be held July 6-8 at the Grand Visconti Palace.
Zeev Draer, MRV vice president of marketing, will join fellow Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) representatives for a panel debate entitled "Deploying Ethernet in Mobile Backhaul: A Status Report." On the same day, Alain Marion, Business Development manager for MRV's French office will speak as part of the Technology Spotlight on packet transport. Marion will provide the audience with information on building an optimized solution for wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) optical transport and Carrier Ethernet next generation fixed and mobile transport networks.
"Today's service providers face commercial and technological challenges that require outstanding expertise in such critical network transition," said Dilip Singh, chief executive officer of MRV. "Zeev's vast knowledge of this market and extensive MEF work paired with Alain's transport experience gives these executives a deep understanding of the Carrier Ethernet market and I believe their contributions will be an asset to the event. MRV is firmly committed to delivering unparalleled products and solutions to its customers and uses its vast technical resources and proven commercial and next-generation innovative solutions to make MRV a logical choice for our target customers worldwide."
As part of MRV's optical Ethernet strategy, the company will introduce its complete line of MEF certified optical transport and Carrier Ethernet access portfolio that enables cost effective and flexible migration for mobile and wireline operators to next-generation hybrid packet-optical networks.
Prior to his role as vice president of marketing, Draer served as vice president and product line manager for MRV International Carrier Ethernet Division. In this position, he was responsible for leading and promoting MRV's flagship Carrier Ethernet product lines in the Metro Ethernet access market. Draer is a member of the MEF and is active in making technology outlook presentations at industry seminars, conferences and tradeshows. Draer has more than 15 years of experience in the telecommunications industry.
Alain Marion joined MRV in 2000 and is currently the technical leader for MRV vertical solutions in France. In the past years, Marion handled business development activities with a specific focus on Carrier market and promoted MRV Metro Ethernet Access solutions. Also a member of the MEF, Marion worked on many Carrier Ethernet and Metro Optical projects during the last decade and assisted to the evolution of telecommunications industry from circuits to packets.
About MRV Communications, Inc.
The Optical Communications Systems division of MRV Communications is a global provider of Carrier Ethernet, WDM transport and IT infrastructure management solutions since 1988. MRV products enable the delivery of next-generation optical transport and Carrier Ethernet services over any fiber infrastructure. Since its inception, MRV has demonstrated expertise and experience offering innovative products that address future challenges while reducing network complexity and costs. Delivering optical communication solutions to service providers and enterprise around the world, MRV operates R&D centers in North America, Europe and Asia, along with 50 support centers, and 21 sales offices around the world.
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