Ribbon and Viaero Fiber Networks Expand Strategic Partnership to Deliver Next-Generation Connectivity Across America's Heartland

Expanded Collaboration Strengthens High-Capacity Optical Transport, Data Center Interconnectivity, and Long-Haul Fiber Connectivity

Ribbon's advanced optical networking solutions enhance Viaero's fiber network, supporting geographically diverse connectivity between emerging data center markets, major carrier hubs, and the growing AI and cloud infrastructure ecosystem.

PLANO, Texas, Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global leader in real-time communications technology, IP routing, and optical networking solutions, today announced an expansion of its longstanding partnership with Viaero Fiber Networks, LLC, a regional fiber infrastructure provider operating across areas of the West and Midwest.

Building on their established relationship, Viaero Fiber Networks is leveraging Ribbon's advanced optical networking and Data Center Interconnect (DCI) solutions to further enhance its high-capacity transport capabilities, strengthen connectivity to major carrier ecosystems, and support increasing demand from data centers, cloud providers, enterprises, and emerging AI infrastructure.

The expanded collaboration reinforces Viaero's strategic investment in geographically diverse, long-haul fiber routes connecting emerging data center markets across America's Heartland to established carrier hubs and national telecommunications networks.

"At Viaero, we have always believed that geography should never limit access to technology or opportunity," said Ron Christensen, President of Viaero Fiber Networks. "Our investment in more than 3,500 miles of fiber infrastructure across America's Heartland reflects that commitment. Our longstanding partnership with Ribbon continues to play an important role in advancing our network capabilities, expanding our reach into major carrier ecosystems, and supporting the growing demands of data centers, cloud computing, and AI. Together, we are strengthening the infrastructure that connects communities, businesses, and emerging technology markets while creating new opportunities for growth throughout the region."

As demand for high-capacity connectivity accelerates, Viaero Fiber continues to expand the capabilities of its extensive underground fiber network to support long-haul transport, data center interconnectivity, and wholesale carrier services.

By integrating Ribbon's Apollo 9408 and 9608 optical networking technology with its regional fiber infrastructure, Viaero is enhancing its ability to deliver scalable, high-performance connectivity across geographically diverse routes. These capabilities are increasingly important to hyperscalers, data center operators, and telecommunications providers seeking network resiliency, route diversity, and reliable access to major interconnection markets. This technology ensures the network is future proofed to enable next generation fiber optic advancements including multicore and hollow core fiber technologies.

"Ribbon's technology enables us to continue expanding the capabilities of our network while addressing the increasingly complex connectivity requirements of our customers," said Eryn Taylor, Executive-Strategic Alliance of Viaero Fiber Networks. "Our focus is on delivering geographically diverse, high-capacity fiber connectivity that bridges emerging data center markets with established carrier hubs. This expanded partnership strengthens our ability to support hyperscale infrastructure, cloud services, and AI-driven demand while creating additional opportunities for carriers and enterprises throughout our four-state footprint."

Viaero Fiber's interconnection ecosystem spans over 200 communities of underground fiber and includes strategic telecommunications and data center facilities.

"Viaero has consistently demonstrated a commitment to investing in its network and anticipating the evolving requirements of its customers," said Elizabeth Page, Senior Sales Director at Ribbon. "Our expanded collaboration builds on a strong foundation and supports Viaero's continued growth in high-capacity optical transport and data center connectivity. We're proud to provide the technology that helps Viaero connect emerging markets with major carrier ecosystems and address the increasing demands of cloud, AI, and next-generation digital infrastructure."

About Ribbon

Ribbon Communications (Nasdaq: RBBN) is a global provider of voice communications software, IP routing, and optical networking solutions to mobile and wireline service providers, enterprises, critical infrastructure operators, and defense organizations. Ribbon supports its customers' Path to Autonomous Networks by leveraging advanced AIOps automation platforms and agentic AI technologies, helping organizations improve customer experiences, reduce operational costs, and achieve sustainable growth. To learn more, visit rbbn.com.

About Viaero Fiber Networks, LLC

Viaero Fiber Networks, LLC is a regional fiber infrastructure and connectivity provider delivering high-performance telecommunications solutions across America's Heartland. With more than 3,500 miles of underground fiber infrastructure spanning Western and Midwestern states, Viaero provides geographically diverse, high-capacity connectivity solutions for telecommunications carriers, enterprises, data centers, cloud providers, and communities throughout the Great Plains. Viaero's portfolio includes dedicated ethernet, high-capacity optical transport, data center interconnect, with connectivity options ranging from 1 Gbps to 800Gbps wavelengths and scalable multi-terabit network capacity. Through strategic interconnection facilities across the West and Midwest, Viaero Fiber connects regional and long-haul fiber infrastructure with major carrier ecosystems, enabling customers to access national telecommunications networks and emerging technology markets.

To learn more, visit https://www.ViaeroFiber.com. For all other inquiries: contactus@viaerofiber.com

Important Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

The information in this release contains forward-looking statements regarding future events that involve risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this release, including those regarding the expected benefits from use of Ribbon Communication's products, are forward-looking statements. The actual results of Ribbon Communications may differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements. For further information regarding risks and uncertainties associated with Ribbon Communications' business, please refer to the "Risk Factors" section of Ribbon Communications' most recent annual or quarterly report filed with the SEC. Any forward-looking statements represent Ribbon Communications' views only as of the date on which such statement is made and should not be relied upon as representing Ribbon Communications' views as of any subsequent date. While Ribbon Communications may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Ribbon Communications specifically disclaims any obligation to do so.

Investor Contact

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Media Contact

Catherine Berthier

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Media Contact Viaero Fiber Networks

Lori Searls

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lori.searls@viaero.com

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