French telecom operator Orange has opened a very large-capacity IP Point of Presence (PoP) facility in Amman, Jordan.

The facility will enhance the internet connectivity in the region by offering faster connection speeds and improved reliability for wholesale customers.

An IP PoP is part of the technical infrastructure equipment necessary to enable local operators to access the Internet through an interconnection point with long-distance networks.

With its strategic position in the region, following the launch of this IP PoP in Amman Orange is fully able to address the market’s needs, said the company.

The group is already able to leverage its strong existing customer base, through Orange Jordan. In the medium and long term, the Amman IP PoP will facilitate the development of the Middle Eastern IP market, it added.

By connecting to this very large-capacity PoP, wholesale customers, regional operators and Internet Service Providers will benefit from cost-effective connections to a Tier 1 operator. Additionally, customer experience will improve due to this Point of Presence which will bring content providers closer to Internet users. –TradeArabia News Service