The London Internet Exchange (LINX) achieved a major milestone, successfully deploying their 25th 400GE port across their global network, marking a significant step forward in their commitment to delivering scalable, high-performing interconnection solutions to its members.
The first 400GE port was provisioned in 2021, with demand for ultra-high bandwidth connectivity surging since then, driven by the exponential growth in cloud services, video streaming, gaming and AI workloads.
A single 400GE connection delivers four times the capacity of a standard 100GE port, enabling networks to consolidate traffic, reduce operational complexity and build in resilience, future-proofing their infrastructure.
LINX has invested heavily in Nokia’s next-generation hardware optical technologies to enable 400GE delivery across its interconnection ecosystems in London and Manchester. This investment ensures members can scale quickly and efficiently while maintaining the resilience and reliability that underpin the global internet.
Jennifer Holmes, CEO of LINX, commented: “Reaching 25 active 400GE ports is a testament to the evolving needs of our members and the strength of our technical infrastructure. We’ve seen a clear shift towards higher capacity services, and LINX is proud to be at the forefront of enabling this transformation.”
“We’re proud to lead the way in delivering superior interconnection services in the UK, not just for the world’s largest content networks, but for the UK’s local providers who rely on us to keep their traffic flowing reliably, securely and within the UK. This achievement reflects our commitment to technical excellence, scalability, and supporting a thriving digital ecosystem across the UK.”
As digital transformation accelerates globally, LINX continues to extend its reach beyond the UK, supporting interconnection platforms in the US and Africa. The 400GE milestone is one of many innovations in LINX’s ongoing mission to ensure that the internet remains open, resilient and ready for the future.