Boldyn Networks 

Feb 11, 2025, 08:00 ET

In partnership with GIX, Boldyn connects NY and NJ with two distinct Hudson River fiber crossings.

NEW YORK, Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Boldyn Networks (Boldyn), a major provider of dark and lit fiber in New York, New Jersey and California, now offers two diverse fiber crossings of the Hudson River to connect Manhattan and New Jersey. In addition to its own fiber network, Boldyn has partnered with Global InterXchange, LLC (GIX), a provider of dark fiber infrastructure solutions, to utilize the southernmost fiber crossing connecting Lower Manhattan and Northern New Jersey. 

“Mission-critical information requires diverse pathways to ensure continuity, and the GIX Hudson crossing gives Boldyn customers a highly reliable, low-latency parallel connection for both dark and lit fiber in New York and New Jersey,” said Chris Schook, Vice President, Wholesale & Enterprise Solutions for Boldyn Networks, US. 

Boldyn offers scalable wavelength service across its fiber network in New York and New Jersey, including along the GIX crossing. Boldyn was one of the first fiber providers in the world to deploy Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 technology which supports 1.6Tb/s per channel, and its current offering is scalable to meet the current and future growth needs of its customers, including 100Gb/s, 400Gb/s, scaling to 800Gb/s and up to 1.6Tb/s in the future. 

“Our network, and specifically the Hudson crossing, was designed for partnerships like this with Boldyn — to offer diverse and redundant high-speed connectivity for regional growth and innovation in a highly secure and protected route through the PATH tunnel,” said Gregory Nugent, EVP of Sales and Infrastructure at GIX. 

The GIX Hudson crossing includes 1.4 miles of fiber cables as the first privately owned, greenfield, carrier-neutral installation across the Hudson River in two decades, linking key integration hubs 60 Hudson Street in New York and 165 Halsey Street in New Jersey. 

About Boldyn Networks
Boldyn Networks is one of the world’s largest neutral host providers, delivering the advanced shared network infrastructure needed for a smart, inclusive, and sustainable future. It brings together the combined scale and expertise of industry-leading companies with a single purpose: to unlock the power of an interconnected future. From interconnected transit, venues and enterprises, smart cities, next-generation and bespoke private networks, to smart campuses, Boldyn enables new possibilities in the way people live, work and play. Bringing connectivity to the most complex environments. Our portfolio is harnessing fiber, advancing 4G/LTE, accelerating 5G, preparing for 6G–and looking beyond to the next breakthroughs. With headquarters in the UK, our global operations span North America, Europe, and Asia. Boldyn Networks. Reimagine tomorrow. Transform today. Learn more at: www.boldyn.com.

About GIX
GIX is a dark fiber provider focused on serving Manhattan and New Jersey with diverse routes between major local exchanges. The current focus of GIX is the backbone route from 165 Halsey 9^th floor MMR in New Jersey to 60 Hudson at HudIX, NYI, Databank, Digital Realty and QTD in Manhattan via the southernmost Hudson crossing with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Visit www.gixfiber.com for more information. 

For more information contact
Scott Christiansen
VP, Marketings & Communications
Boldyn Networks
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Theresa Lipiro
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In a landmark interview, Joe Falco, President and CEO of Global InterXchange, LLC (GIX), sheds light on the company’s latest achievement: a privately-owned dark fiber route crossing the Hudson River. This route connects key data hubs at 60 Hudson Street in New York and 165 Halsey Street in New Jersey, enhancing network redundancy and diversity.

Significance of the Route:

The GIX route stands out for its directness, being the southernmost crossing under the Hudson River. This newly installed route, the first in two decades, offers a high-capacity, all-buried, and diverse path, reducing network ownership costs and bolstering local networks with superior uptime and protection.

Partnership with the Port Authority:

GIX’s collaboration with the Port Authority of NY and NJ was pivotal. The non-bid project involved leasing a renovated tunnel, securing fiber optic cables through the southernmost transit tunnel. This three-and-a-half-year process highlights the importance of strategic partnerships in infrastructure projects.

Cutting-edge Technologies:

Utilizing Prysmian fiber cable with Corning® SMF-28® Ultra glass, the route features advanced fiber technologies. The continuous 7,500-foot tunnel fiber cable pull, executed without splice points, exemplifies meticulous planning and innovation.

Network Diversity and Resilience:

GIX ensures network diversity with multiple Points of Entry (POEs) into 60 Hudson Street, creating a robust dark fiber ecosystem within the building. This infrastructure supports big data and AI applications, which demand high-speed, reliable data transmission.

Future Expansion and Security:

GIX plans to extend its network, enhancing connectivity in challenging areas. The infrastructure’s security is bolstered by dual-locking manholes and strategic placement. By reducing the total cost of ownership, GIX offers a compelling solution for hyperscalers, wholesalers, and resellers.

Conclusion:

Joe Falco and GIX are dedicated to bridging the digital divide through innovative, high-capacity fiber networks. Their efforts not only enhance connectivity but also drive down costs and improve network performance for diverse customers.

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July 09, 2024 08:07 ET  | Source: GIX

NEW YORK, July 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global InterXchange, LLC (GIX), proudly announces its revolutionary dark fiber route is live, marking the first privately owned, carrier-neutral installation across the Hudson River in two decades, spanning the Hudson River and linking key integration hubs 60 Hudson Street in New York and 165 Halsey Street in New Jersey. This milestone leverages cutting-edge fiber technologies and equipment, cementing a pioneering public-private partnership with the Port Authority of NY and NJ. GIX’s new, high-speed network represents a historic leap in cross-Hudson connectivity, bolstering redundancy and diversity between Lower Manhattan and Northern New Jersey.

“The activation of our historic dark fiber route not only sets a new standard for connectivity across the Hudson River,” said Joe Falco, President of GIX, “but also delivers reliable, high-speed connectivity that empowers local businesses, communities and global companies through enhanced infrastructure, fostering growth and innovation.”

The new GIX dark fiber route ensures the lowest latency and lightning-fast data transmission, with two unique paths into 60 Hudson Street, significantly boosting network diversity and resilience for financial, telecom, hyperscalers and colocation facilities. This network reduces the total cost of ownership and enables hyperscalers, wholesalers, and resellers to provide additional services on a unique diverse route through the PATH tunnel. End-to-end Prysmian fiber cable featuring Corning® SMF-28® Ultra glass guarantees superior network performance, minimal splice points, enhancing operational efficiency, and reducing latency with fortified physical security.

“Data has become a critical aspect of business and trade in this age of AI, with growing volumes of data driving the need for seamless transport of that data,” said PATH Project Manager Paul Lombardi. “This work ensures we can support the modernization of critical infrastructure to support current and future digital requirements and attract cutting-edge businesses.”

Key highlights of the newly activated dark fiber network include:

• Two unique routes throughout Lower Manhattan for reduced latency and enhanced reliability between 60 Hudson and 165 Halsey.
• A cutting-edge Southernmost Hudson River Dark Fiber crossing, offering dependable high-speed connectivity for regional growth and innovation.
• 1.4 miles of fiber cables through PATH tunnels linking Lower Manhattan and Jersey City.
• 8,000 feet of buried greenfield fiber that spans across Jersey City, Kearny and Newark.
• State-of-the-art manhole systems with dual-locking lids for superior physical security.
• 16-ton flood gates on both sides of the Hudson River secure PATH Tunnel infrastructure.
• Advanced glass technology at the rack level minimizes potential lag issues.
• A reduced number of high-capacity fiber splice points enhances operational efficiency.
• Capabilities for network augmentation to existing structures, balancing CapEx and OpEx expenditures.
• A low cost of infrastructure ownership offsets costs, ensuring stability in operational expenses.
• Swift deployment increases operational efficiency, minimizing deployment time and costs.
• The end-to-end buried fiber cable was designed to withstand extreme weather and meet federal security standards post-9/11.

With a clear vision for the future, GIX plans to expand further into additional tunnels with the Port Authority, to continue redefining connectivity standards. This commitment to innovation ensures that resellers, wholesalers, global carriers, hyperscalers, AI companies, and financial institutions will continue to benefit from reliable, high-speed connectivity. Looking ahead, GIX remains dedicated to addressing connectivity challenges in hard-to-reach areas, ensuring rapid deployment, higher performance, availability and market readiness.

About GIX
GIX is a dark fiber provider focused on serving Manhattan and New Jersey with diverse routes between major local exchanges. The current focus of GIX is the backbone route from 165 Halsey 9^th floor MMR in New Jersey to 60 Hudson at HudIX, NYI, Databank, Digital Realty and QTD in Manhattan via the southernmost Hudson crossing with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Visit www.gixfiber.com for more information.

Media contact:
Theresa Lipiro
build@fraxtions.com
+1 (914) 260-1280

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NEW YORK, April 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global InterXchange, LLC (GIX), a provider of dark fiber infrastructure solutions is partnering with NYI, a provider of hybrid datacenter, network and interconnection services to establish a low-latency, scalable fiber network at 60 Hudson Street, adding a much needed, unique route supporting the growing connectivity needs of technology and business communities in Lower Manhattan, Northern New Jersey, and beyond.

The network between 60 Hudson Street and 165 Halsey Street in Newark is the first dark fiber cross-Hudson tunnel build into lower Manhattan in decades. Enabled through a public-private partnership between GIX and the Port Authority of NY and NJ, this unique route is the southernmost Hudson River crossing, through the PATH Tunnel.

A purpose-built network
Carriers, financial and other enterprises seeking low-latency connectivity will benefit from GIX’s state-of-the-art optical data transport equipment and newly manufactured high-capacity optical fiber. Existing glass used in other Hudson River crossings is more than twenty years old and providers are unable to perform the maintenance required to ensure that clients’ data is transmitted without any issues or outages.

“For every two pairs of glass anyone uses today, you can use one of ours for greater efficiency. Our network is purpose-built; we’ve minimized the splice points, so we are able to provide latency and attenuation numbers that are far below what’s available in the market.” – explains George Cornachini, CTO at GIX.

Optimal infrastructure
Beyond the glass itself, GIX has a strong focus on achieving the best possible infrastructure.

“We take great care in how we architect our infrastructure,” says Gregory Nugent, EVP of Sales and Infrastructure at GIX. “That’s where the partnership comes into play. NYI is uniquely positioned with their exceptional New York metro area expertise, extensive network of in-building conduits, well-established ecosystem of partnerships and ability to cut through complexity — they helped us extend our network reach and connectivity to multiple suites at 60 Hudson Street, under budget and ahead of schedule.”

“We’re thrilled to leverage our 60 Hudson Street capabilities to facilitate the establishment of the GIX network not only within our facility but within other locations both inside and outside 60 Hudson,” adds Phillip Koblence, Co-Founder and COO of NYI. “The new GIX fiber route forms a valuable addition to the NY metro connectivity ecosystem and integrating GIX into 60 Hudson delivers against NYI’s ongoing mission to facilitate seamless connectivity in New York and beyond.”

The Port Authority likewise has a strong commitment to enhancing the area’s economy.

“Data has become a critical aspect of business and trade in this age of AI, with growing volumes of data driving the need for seamless transport of that data,” said PATH Project Manager Paul Lombardi.  “This work ensures we can support the modernization of critical infrastructure to support current and future digital requirements and attract cutting-edge businesses.”

What’s next:
Connecting 60 Hudson represents the first phase of a multi-phase GIX plan to build a massive connectivity ring that will serve the NY metro area and provide the lowest latency to key financial, telecom and colocation facilities in and around Northern New Jersey and Lower Manhattan. Plans are already underway for a western route slated to go to 111 Eighth Avenue and 32 Avenue of the Americas as well as a build into the Equinix Secaucus Campus in New Jersey, for which engineering has already been completed.

To learn more about GIX’s unique offering, contact:

Gregory Nugent | EVP of Sales and Infrastructure
Mobile:
sales@gixfiber.com 

About GIX

GIX is a dark fiber provider focused on serving Manhattan and New Jersey with diverse routes between major local exchanges. The current focus of GIX is the backbone route from 165 Halsey in New Jersey to 60 Hudson in Manhattan via the southernmost Hudson crossing with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Visit www.gixfiber.com for more information.

About NYI

NYI is a global provider of hybrid infrastructure, network, and interconnection solutions. The company is known for cutting through the complexity of the IT landscape and facilitating custom solutions to address the critical infrastructure and connectivity needs of clients across industries. NYI is headquartered in New York City and provides enterprise services into key global markets through a trusted ecosystem of partners. To learn more, visit www.nyi.net, contact 800.288.7387 or follow NYI on LinkedIn. Media contact: Iromie Weeramantry, marketing@nyi.net

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