Zhone Technologies Announces Independent Expert, Alfie Martin to Represent Zhone on FTTH Council Africa Board
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FTTH specialist appointed to influential board of directors
Oakland, CA - June 12, 2012 - Zhone Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZHNE), a global
leader in FTTx network access solutions, today announced Alfie Martin,
independent FTTH market expert, has been chosen for the FTTH Council Africa
board of directors. As a specialist in the design of integrated GPON-based
triple-play networks and a consultant on the complete feasibility, design,
product selection and implementation of FTTP deployments, Martin's knowledge and
expertise will be a great asset to the board and also benefit the company in a
rapidly growing market.
"The continued growth of the FTTH industry and the consistent growth of the FTTH
Council Africa have resulted in us reviewing how we, as an industry
organization, can best support the interests of our members," enthused Richard
Came, president of FTTH Council Africa. "With that in mind, we embarked on the
search to expand our existing board of directors. Our vision remains the same,
and we value the efforts of every member that not only believes in the FTTH
Council Africa, but also promote its interests on a daily basis. It is clear to
us that Martin is just such an advocate, and we are delighted to welcome him to
the board."
The board of directors will actively promote the fiber industry and will
dedicate some of their time to engage on behalf of industry at all levels of
public and private sector. The FTTH Council Africa believes that the development
and deployment of fiber based broadband access networks will enhance the quality
of life for South African citizens and Africa as a whole, and provide African
countries with an infrastructure that will allow its companies to increase their
effectiveness and competitiveness within the global marketplace. The council's
charter is to educate Africa governments, policy makers and political leaders on
why and how high speed fiber connectivity can be delivered to citizens within
the next years.
"This appointment of Martin to the FTTH Council Africa is a symbol of our
investment in all fiber markets," said Brian Caskey, chief marketing officer of
Zhone. "Martin is considered to be one of the pioneers of FTTH networks in South
Africa and was responsible for the design and implementation of the country's
first pre-standards triple-play PON (Passive Optical Network) system in 2005. We
are delighted he agreed to represent Zhone on this board as a voice for us and
our customers in the FTTH market of Africa."
For information about Zhone's solutions or to learn about various applications,
please visit the Zhone FiberHome(TM) or Zhone FiberCell(TM) portfolios on the
Zhone website.
About Zhone Technologies
Zhone Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZHNE) is a global leader in all IP multi-
service access solutions, serving more than 750 of the world's most innovative
network operators. The IP Zhone is the only solution that enables service
providers to build the network of the future.today, supporting end-to-end Voice,
Data, Entertainment Social Media, Business, Mobile Backhaul and Mobility
service. Zhone is committed to building the fastest and highest quality All IP
Multi-Service solution for its customers. Zhone is headquartered in California
and its products are manufactured in the USA in a facility that is emission,
waste-water and CFC free.
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Technologies, Inc. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their
respective holders. Specifications, products, and/or product names are all
subject to change without notice.
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