Sterlites Ribbon fiber optic cables in BSNLs access network which has enabled rollfaster roll-out of its fiber

optic network, at a reduced cost. installation cost.

Introduction Emergence of content rich business applications have resulted in an exponential increase in demand for bandwidth. High-speed access to information and web based communication / transactions have become a competitive differentiator. Internet based services (whether it is work or learning from homes, schools, colleges) or connectivity for SOHOs / SME is crucial for enhanced productivity. Broadband networks, both wireline and wireless, are best not seen as technologies but as non dial up, always-on, integrated communication highways delivering voice, data and video along with interactivity at speeds necessary for delivery of different services at required quality levels and in a manner that current delivery mechanisms do not enable. India is rapidly enhancing its fiber optic network to contentsupport content-rich ICT applications Broadband connectivity and services, if designed appropriately and innovatively and implemented effectively, can be a key driver for several socioeconomic gains including 1. Economic growth and employment generation 2. Education, health, governance and citizen empowerment required to achieve these economic goals for all citizens including the rural population that cannot be covered effectively using traditional brick and mortar solutions. Ubiquitous and cost effective public and private Broadband networks are as important today as Telecom networks were in the previous decade. With reference to the Planning Commissions Vision 2020 document, this report visualizes ubiquitous broadband as playing a strategic role. Achieve a minimum of 10 million subscribers by 2010 and 35 million subscribers by 2020 in urban India across homes, enterprises and public kiosks.
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Achieve broadband coverage for at least 50% of the rural population by 2010 and 100% by 2020 through rural broadband kiosks. Make appropriate and locally relevant e-education, ehealth, e-governance, entertainment and e-commerce services and employment opportunities available through broadband connectivity to all cities, towns and villages in India. BSNL needed a cabling solution that was economical rolland enhance efficiency in network roll-out As Indias leading telecommunications incumbent, BSNL has taken the lead in developing the necessary wireline infrastructure to support broadband services. As optical As optical fiber can theoretically support infinite bandwidth in excess of current day and future requirements, BSNL has progressively been deploying fiber optic cables first in the long-haul networks and metropolitan networks.
4.5 Million Broadband Subscribers 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.7 2.5 2.0 Jun-07 Sep-07 Dec-07 Mar-08 Jun-08 2.4 3.1 4.4 3.9

Source: Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)

Current statistics state that the number of broadband subscribers in India has growth to 4.4 million in Jun-08 from 2.4 million in Jun-07. This translates to an average addition of 0.5 million subscribers every quarter. However, taking into account the target of 10 million subscribers by Mar-10, about 0.8 million subscribers needed to be added every quarter. A key aspect to meeting these targets is the efficient deployment of fiber optic cables in the metro-access network. Thus BSNL had an urgent need for a cabling solution that would enable rapid network roll-out, so as to meet the targets envisioned by the Ministry of Telecommunications, India.
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Ribbon Sterlite recommended that BSNL use Ribbon Fiber Cables Optic Cables in their access network RIBBON-LITE Fiber Optic Cables are high fiber count, all dielectric loose tube cables that are UV stabilized and fully water blocked. The loose tube design provides stable performance over a wide temperature range and is compatible with any telecommunications-grade optical fiber ribbons. RIBBON-LITE fiber optic cables are suitable for time efficient outdoor duct and aerial installation.
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6-24 ribboned fiber subunits can be easily separated by hand or a tool. Mass fusion splicing (12 fibers at a single splice versus 12 individual splices in conventional cables) & fast restoration not only reduce the time per fiber required for installation but also lowers the installation cost per fiber.
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Thus ribbon fiber optic cables provide an efficient means to achieve high fiber density, as well as reduce the time per fiber required for installation, thus facilitating quick roll-out of the network. Based on customer requirements, Sterlite developed its range of RIBBON-LITE ribbon fiber optic cables in 2002 and has supplied these cables to various markets globally. The technical performance of these cable have been consistent with established international standards and customers expectations. Sterlite received a contract from Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), India to supply fiber optic cables with the highest density ever to be deployed in the country. The contract is for Sterlite RIBBON-LITE 288F ribbon fiber optic cables, which BSNL would initially install in about 100 city sites across the country in the rapidly growing FTTx (fiber-to-the-x) applications sector. This is the first time ever that, fiber optic cables higher than 144F would be deployed in India. Sterlite is the pioneer of ribbon fiber optic cables in India and has supplied over 60% of the Indias requirements of these specialized cables since Year 2003. rollBSNL was able to roll-out its fiber access network faster, at faster, at a reduced installation cost Compact design of ribbon fiber optic cables allows maximum utilization of duct space.
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About Sterlite Technologies Limited Sterlite Technologies Limited (formerly, Sterlite Optical Technologies Ltd) is a leading global provider of wire and cable solutions for the power and telecom industry. It is India's only fully integrated optical fiber producer and among the Top 5 global manufacturers of power conductors. The Companys product and solution portfolio includes power transmission conductors, optical fibers, telecommunication cables and telecom integration & managed services. Sterlite Technologies Ltd. is listed on the National Stock Exchange and Stock Exchanges at Mumbai and Kolkata. Sterlite Technologies has shown a consistent robust financial growth with CAGR of 75% in Net Revenues and CAGR of 115% in Net Profits for the period 2004-2008. For more information, please visit www.sterlitetechnologies.com About Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. formed in October, 2000, is the world's seventh largest telecommunications company providing a comprehensive range of telecom services in India including: wireline, CDMA mobile, GSM mobile, Internet, broadband, carrier service, MPLS-VPN, VSAT, VoIP services, IN Services etc. Within a period of
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five years it has become one of the largest public sector units in India. BSNL has installed a quality telecoms network in the country and is now focusing on improving it, expanding the network, introducing new telecoms services with ICT applications in villages and winning customer confidence. For further information about the company, please visit www.bsnl.co.in Trademarks The trademarks Sterlite, DUCT-LITE and RIBBON-LITE are the property of Sterlite Technologies Limited (formerly Sterlite Optical Technologies Ltd). References 1. Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) 2. Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)

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