STL, a leading connectivity solutions provider for AI-ready digital infrastructure, today announced a significant breakthrough in optical communication with the launch of India’s first Hollow Core Fibre cable. This innovation, from STL’s industry-leading R&D engine, is designed to meet the low-latency and high-bandwidth requirements of modern Data Centres, Hyperscalers, and High-Frequency transmission networks.
As the first company to develop and manufacture HCF technology in India, STL continues to solidify its position as a global deep-tech leader. Traditional optical fibres carry light through a solid glass core, while STL’s Hollow Core Fibre cable guides light through an air-filled core, enabling signals to travel ~46% faster, significantly reducing latency and signal loss.
Recognising the diverse needs of next-generation networks, STL has engineered a unique Hybrid Cable architecture. This cable combines:
- Hollow Core Fibre: For ultra-low latency and high-power delivery.
- G.654.E Fibre: Optimised for ultra-low loss and large effective areas in long-haul transmissions.
- G.657.A1 NOVA: Ensuring versatility and broad network coverage.
This breakthrough underscores our STL’s commitment to the AI Data Centre market and our mission to power the next era of high-speed connectivity. With over 780 patents and a dedicated focus on “Glass-toTerabit” connectivity, STL continues to lead the way in sustainable, high-performance optical solutions.
Commenting on the development, Dr Badri Gomatam, Chief Technology Officer at STL, said, “Our R&D focus has always been on solving the most complex challenges of the future, With the launch of Hollow Core Fibre cable, we are providing the ‘speed-of-light’ infrastructure required for the AI revolution. This is a defining moment that demonstrates our capability to innovate and empower hyperscalers and data centres on a global scale”.
About STL – Sterlite Technologies Ltd: STL is a global leader in advanced connectivity solutions, providing end-to-end solutions for building AI-ready infrastructure, FTTx, Rural, Enterprise and Data Centre networks. With manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia, we deliver our solutions in more than 100 countries. Data Centre & Cloud companies, Telecom operators, Internet service providers and Large enterprises collaborate with STL to build their future-ready digital infrastructure. STL’s business goals are driven by customer-centricity, R&D and sustainability
