nLighten introduces nConnect network service platform

Author: Simon Rowley

nLighten, a digital infrastructure platform and a frontrunner in the European edge data centre market, has launched nConnect, its new network service platform which will deliver versatile network services across all nConnect enabled nLighten data centres throughout Europe.

Through the nConnect platform, businesses can seamlessly connect to data centres, internet, and cloud providers, ensuring high-performance and low-latency access across Europe. Built on a resilient, route-diverse network spanning 12 of nLighten’s 34 edge data centre locations, the platform is supported by the latest data centre networking architecture.

nConnect provides clients with a range of services, including Cloud Connect, DC Connect, Direct Internet Access (DIA), and IP Transit (IPT), all integrating with their presence in nLighten data centres. This ensures “effortless connectivity and streamlined network integration,”, according to nLighten, offering clients:

– Quick provisioning and flexible bandwidth options
– Latest data centre networking architecture supporting segmentation, DDoS protection, and advanced analytics
– Standardised SLA and pricing model with no long-term contracts
– One-stop shop for multiple services, reducing complexity and costs

Joachim van Collenburg, VP of Product Management at nLighten, highlights the advantages of nConnect, stating, “With nConnect, customers benefit from ultra-fast provisioning, flexible bandwidth options, and the latest data centre networking architecture. This is particularly valuable for businesses looking to establish an edge performance hub in a new region, or enterprises seeking cost-effective disaster recovery solutions with built-in geo-redundancy.”

nConnect is now available in four of the seven markets where nLighten operates, including:

– The Netherlands: Amsterdam (AMS1 and AMS2)
– Germany: Frankfurt (FRA1)
– France: Paris (PAR2)
– United Kingdom: Birmingham (BHX1), Bristol (BRS1), Chester (MAN1), Leeds (LBA1), Liverpool (PLP1), Milton Keynes (LTN1), Nottingham (EMA1), and Swindon (BRS2).

A phased rollout to additional nLighten edge data centres is planned later this year, ensuring low latency and high-performance connectivity across Europe.

Data privacy is a cornerstone of nConnect, and the platform thus delivers a high-performance, resilient network using best-in-class intelligent networking technology. Private Ethernet networks and protected IP services ensure secure and efficient data handling, making nConnect ideal for AI-driven, high-density, and critical environments.

Businesses can take advantage of nConnect services immediately to enhance their connectivity, scalability, and resilience.

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