Last deal

$20M

Amount

Venture - Series Unknown

Stage

26.01.2006

Date

3

all rounds

$142M

Total amount

date founded

Financing round

General

About Company
Movaz Networks manufactures and provides broadband optical transport systems, WDM equipment, and transport solutions.

Industry

Sector :

Subsector :

founded date

01.01.2000

Number of employees

Company Type

For Profit

Last funding type

Venture - Series Unknown

IPO status

Private

Description

The company offers a range of optical solutions for various networks, including metro, regional, enterprise, and government networks. Their carrier-class products incorporate advanced technologies such as distributed photonic switching and GMPLS protocols, enabling cost-effective wavelength services. Movaz Networks serves telecommunications carriers, cable network providers, research and educational organizations, and government agencies through direct sales, partnerships, and resellers. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, Movaz Networks is a leading provider of optical solutions in the United States.
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Brian Protiva

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