Broadband Ports Driving Global DLC/MSAP Market in 2004

According to broadbandtrends.coms latest report, the global DLC/MSAP market grew by 9 percent to reach $2.612 billion in 2004. Alcatel remains the global market leader with 35 percent, followed by Tellabs with 20 percent.

Roanoke, VA (PRWEB) March 18, 2005 -- According to broadbandtrends.coms latest report, the global DLC/MSAP market grew by 9 percent to reach $2.612 billion in 2004. Alcatel remains the global market leader with 35 percent, followed by Tellabs with 20 percent.

The growth in the market is being driven by the demand for broadband services, not only in developed markets but emerging markets as well," said Teresa Mastrangelo, Principal Analyst at broadbandtrends.com. These platforms offer network operators the flexibility to offer advanced services such as IP-TV and VoIP, while continuing to support traditional voice and data services."

Other key findings in the report include:

-Tellabs is the North America market leader, followed by Alcatel

-Total ports shipped (DSL + DS0) grew by 13 percent to reach 29.6 million during 2004

-DSL ports shipped from DLCs and MSAPs grew 66 percent to reach 6.1 million during 2004

-Huawei led the market in DS0 port shipments, while Marconi led in DSL port shipments

-North America remains the strongest single region, however Asia Pacific led during 4Q04

This 9-page report includes a supplementary spreadsheet with extensive detail and is available for purchase. Please refer to www.broadbandtrends.com for additional information.

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