Alcatel Optronics and Multilink Technology Corp. to jointly develop next generation DWDM transceivers

Fiber Optics Weekly Update, April 19, 2002

Alcatel Optronics and Multilink Technology Corp., a provider of advanced semiconductor-based solutions, have formed a partnership to jointly develop next generation transceivers. This collaboration will result in a product that integrates Alcatel Optronics' high-performance optical components with Multilink's high-speed electronic devices to deliver a cost-effective, compact DWDM transceiver solution for the core telecommunications network.

Alcatel Optronics and Multilink's transceiver solution will be among the first in the industry to address the long haul, ultra long haul, and submarine networks. In addition to being among the first solution of its kind for the core network, because of the high level of integration of electronics and optics within one module, it will be more compact, have a lower power consumption, and therefore be less expensive to operate than currently existing solutions.

The agreement will include development of 10 Gbps and 40 Gbps solutions. Both Multilink and Alcatel Optronics will play a significant role in the development of these subsystems. The first product to come out of this collaboration will be a 10 Gbps optical transceiver optimized for cost-effective performance for long haul, ultra long haul, and submarine applications. This product will be made available to equipment suppliers providing solutions for the core network, with Alcatel as the first customer.