Consolidated Communications announced it is partnering with Ciena to upgrade its wireline network to support new and emerging 5G services and applications. The partnership enables Consolidated to utilize its next-generation network to present new FlexEthernet-based slicing options with unprecedented performance. This allows the Consolidated network to act as a managed service provider to carrier customers using the network. The network will provide standards-based IP connectivity and network slicing that is open and optimized for 5G xHaul connectivity.
Source: https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2021/01/15/consolidated-communications-ciena/