Ciena-Tibit Communications-Benu Networks

Ciena, the networking systems, services and software company, has acquired Tibit Communications, a privately held company headquartered in Petaluma, California. It has also purchased Benu Networks, based in Burlington, Massachusetts. Tibit and Benu are focused on simplifying broadband access networks through next-generation PON technologies and advanced subscriber management, respectively.

Tibit and Benu will complement Ciena’s existing portfolio of solutions for broadband access use cases, including residential broadband, enterprise business services and fixed-wireless access, which represent a significant addressable market for Ciena. In addition, the acquisitions will strengthen Ciena’s expertise in these areas, with the addition of a combined 60-plus talented engineers with significant experience in access technologies.