Riedel Communications has expanded its real-time IP network orchestration and SDN (Software Defined Networks) control with the acquisition of SDNsquare.
Belgium-based SDNsquare is a leading technology provider of cutting-edge Software Defined Network technology for complex and demanding IP-based media installations has been proven in numerous IP-based projects and deployed by customers in major sporting events such as the Tokyo Games, Roland Garros, and European Athletics Munich.
‘SDNsquare is a recognised innovator when it comes to Software Defined Network orchestration in media,’ says Riedel Product Division CEO, Rik Hoerée. ‘We are very excited to welcome the SDNsquare team to the Riedel family, integrate their technology into our future products, and grow its capabilities to help make IP simple for our customers.’
‘Being part of the Riedel family ensures continuity and further development of our core technology,’ says SDNsquare CEO, Henry Alexander. ‘The SDNsquare team will now be integrated into the Riedel R&D and Customer Success team and will continue to work from their offices in Ghent, Belgium.’
‘This will accelerate the innovations around SDN orchestration and embed this in future Riedel solutions, letting a larger group of customers benefit from this technology,’ adds SDNsquare co-founder/Chairman, Lieven Vermaele.
‘This acquisition underlines our commitment to continue investing in technology as a driver for future innovations and growth,’ concludes Thomas Riedel. ‘We are very excited about the powerful synergies resulting from the interaction between the SDNsquare team and our Network, Product and Managed Technology Divisions.’
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