NetIX’s newest member becomes the eighth most connected network in the world
Connecting into NetIX’s Global Internet Exchange (GIX) dramatically increased Macarne’s global connectivity and puts them in eighth place
Sofia, Bulgaria – 12th December 2024: NetIX, the leading global distributed platform for award-winning connectivity and peering solutions, is proud to announce a remarkable achievement by one of its newest customers. Since connecting to NetIX and leveraging the GIX service, Macarne has skyrocketed from the 25th position to the 8th most connected network in the world.
This impressive leap in rankings highlights the transformative power of NetIX’s GIX service. By joining the NetIX platform, Macarne, a global leader in advanced network solutions, specialising in IP Transit, Ethernet, and bare-metal/cloud hosting solutions for high-bandwidth needs, not only enhanced their network’s global reach but also significantly improved its performance and resilience. The service enabled the network to seamlessly connect to more peers, optimise traffic flows, and bolster redundancy, ensuring an exceptional experience for end users.
“We are thrilled to see one of our newest customers achieve such a monumental leap in global connectivity rankings,” said Dean Belev, VP of Connectivity Services at NetIX. “This accomplishment is a testament to the strength of our GIX service and the value it provides to networks looking to enhance their global presence while improving efficiency and performance.”
“We are delighted to partner with NetIX, as this collaboration greatly strengthens our global connectivity and expands the reach we can offer our customers,” commented Arne Ruhnau, Managing Member of Macarne. He continued, “By integrating with NetIX’s cutting-edge platform, we are enhancing traffic optimisation, boosting network reliability, and ensuring an exceptional quality of service for our clients across the globe. This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to provide industry-leading network solutions, allowing us to adapt to the growing demands of today’s digital landscape and continue delivering outstanding value to our customers.”
The NetIX platform is renowned for its ability to simplify global connectivity by aggregating over 50 Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) and interconnecting networks across 220+ data centers in 100 cities worldwide. Through the GIX service, members benefit from lowered costs, reduced latency, and direct connections to thousands of networks across the globe.
Macarne’s success reflects a broader trend: networks that join NetIX experience not only operational efficiencies but also tangible business advantages. By gaining access to an extensive ecosystem of peers and IXPs, NetIX members are empowered to adapt to the evolving demands of modern internet traffic, ensuring scalability and reliability.
“I am very happy for Macarne and to see them grow 17 places to become the 8th most connected network in the world,” added Neven Dilkov, Founder and CEO of NetIX and the Neterra Group. “I am sure this will help their business and NetIX will continue to support them in their journey to the top!”
The NetIX platform has seen exponential growth in 2024. In one year, NetIX’s traffic peak has almost doubled to 4Tbps of data. Are you ready to improve your network using the NetIX platform? If you’d like to experience a 14 day free trial of the GIX service, and see what benefits our members are enjoying, get in touch today: [email protected]
About NetIX
Our next-generation network accelerates the Internet; we connect content creators with users faster, cheaper, and more directly than ever.
Our network stretches across more than 220 global data centres in 100+ cities in 65 countries. The NetIX platform connects our 200+ members to content from 10,000+ visible networks and 50+ Internet Exchanges and reaches daily peaks of more than 4Tb of traffic throughput.
NetIX offers the best possible Internet connectivity: our members can directly exchange traffic with peers, giving their end-users faster page-load times on 90% of the most popular sites.
Our members include Internet service providers, broadcasters, telecoms operators, and content delivery networks - all the peers your customers need to access!
About Macarne
Macarne is a global leader in advanced network solutions, specializing in IP Transit, Ethernet, and bare-metal/cloud hosting solutions for high-bandwidth needs.
Our mission is to empower businesses by providing them with reliable, high-performance network solutions that drive innovation and success in the digital era. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, we tailor our services to meet the unique needs of our clients, ensuring that their networks are always optimized and secure.
Macarne is committed to delivering seamless and scalable connectivity solutions that help businesses thrive in the digital landscape. Our goal is to be the trusted partner that organizations rely on for their critical network needs, ensuring their operations are efficient, secure, and future-proof.
