New York, New York – JUNE 11, 2009 – Atlantic Metro Communications, a recognized SAS 70 managed Internet Service Provider offering colocation, IP transit, nation-wide transport and metro area dark fiber solutions and Lexent Metro Connect, the leading provider of dark fiber networks in the New York Metropolitan area, announce the completion of a custom designed, secure and redundant dark fiber network into Yankee Stadium.  This new network, constructed by Lexent Metro Connect on behalf of Atlantic Metro Communications, connects the stadium to over 90 New York metro top carrier hotels and major enterprise buildings.  This new, high-availability dark fiber network is already in use and is currently available for service providers and broadcasters to lease and deliver the latest communications services to Yankee fans, such as streaming video to and from the Stadium. 

Atlantic Metro provided Lexent with the network design specifications it required in order for Lexent to construct a top-quality, secure network, in an aggressive time period.  In addition, both companies worked together directly with the hardware vendors to ensure the custom dark fiber network would meet high-definition streaming video’s complex requirements.

“Lexent is a valuable partner for us.  The company provided us with a construction plan and solution which was implemented flawlessly,” commented Stephen Klenert, CEO of Atlantic Metro.  “Their construction team was able to get our new network installed over two weeks ahead of schedule.”

Lexent’s construction of this dark fiber network, which includes diverse entrances into the stadium, provides the Bronx Bombers and their fans with state-of-the-art infrastructure, and the ability to transmit high-definition streaming video, instant video replays and more between the stadium and the rest of the world through direct access to all major network providers and content delivery networks in the New York metro area

“Lexent Metro Connect is the only metro fiber provider in New York that owns, operates, builds and maintains its own dark fiber network in house, a distinct benefit which was recognized by Atlantic Metro. We pride ourselves in providing scalable, flexible, and affordable network options and last-mile connectivity,” stated Ray La Chance, CEO of Lexent Metro Connect. “It was an honor to work with Atlantic Metro to construct a network that will be able to broadcast world-renowned Yankee games based on the extensive reach and interconnectivity options this new network provides.” 

The dark fiber network is deployed and available today, including interconnectivity at many major carrier hotels in the NY Metro area.  Additional connectivity options are also available.  For more information on leasing dark fiber to the Stadium, please visit www.atlanticmetro.net.