Lightpath Acquires WANRack's Phoenix Business

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Lightpath has completed the acquisition of WANRack's network assets and customers in the Phoenix metropolitan market, adding 133 route miles of fiber infrastructure. This strategic move accelerates Lightpath's recent market entry in Phoenix, expanding their total network footprint to 363 route miles.

The acquired infrastructure includes diverse paths between the Goodyear data center ecosystem and metro Phoenix carrier hotel facilities. Upon completion, the network will connect 10 key data centers via underground, multi-duct conduit systems, linking data center hubs across Goodyear, Buckeye, Chandler, Glendale, Mesa, and Tempe to Phoenix's primary carrier exchange ecosystems.

The network will be positioned near more than 30 additional single and multi-tenant data center campuses. While Lightpath is already operational on the 133 miles of acquired fiber, additional network segments will be constructed in Q2 2025, with full network completion expected by the end of 2026.

Positive

• Immediate access to 133 operational route miles of fiber
• Strategic expansion to 363 total route miles in Phoenix market
• Access to 10 key data centers and proximity to 30+ additional facilities
• Ready-made infrastructure connecting major data center hubs

Negative

• Extended construction timeline until end of 2026
• Significant infrastructure investment required for remaining network segments

Acquisition Accelerates Lightpath's Entrance into the Phoenix Market with 133 Route Miles of Operating Network and In Place Construction Capabilities

NEW YORK, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lightpath, an all fiber, infrastructure based connectivity provider revolutionizing how organizations connect to their digital destinations, announced the company has completed the acquisition of WANRack's network assets and customers in the Phoenix metropolitan market. This acquisition adds 133 route miles of fiber, including diverse paths between the Goodyear data center ecosystem and metro Phoenix carrier hotel facilities, accelerating Lightpath's service readiness and expansion in the region.

Lightpath acquires WANRack's fiber assets and customers in the Phoenix metropolitan market, adding 133 route miles.

In conjunction with Lightpath's recent Phoenix market entry announcement, the integration of WANRack's assets increases Lightpath's total network footprint in the market to 363 route miles. Upon construction completion, this infrastructure will connect 10 key data centers via underground, multi-duct conduit systems, linking emerging data center hubs in Goodyear, Buckeye, Chandler, Glendale, Mesa, and Tempe to Phoenix's primary carrier exchange ecosystems.

Beyond the 10 planned connected data centers, the network will be strategically positioned near more than 30 additional single and multi-tenant data center campuses. While Lightpath is already service ready on 133 miles of acquired fiber, additional high priority network segments will be constructed in Q2 2025, with full network completion targeted by the end of 2026.

"WANRack's Phoenix business is a perfect fit with Lightpath's recent market entry and provides a solution for solving our strategic customer's near-term requirements," explained Rachel Stack, CFO, Lightpath. "This transaction demonstrates our creative problem solving and commitment to innovative solutions in response to customer challenges." 

"Phoenix represents a strategic and growing market for Lightpath as we look to provide critical fiber infrastructure to customers with intensive bandwidth requirements", stated Tim Haverkate, EVP, Major Infrastructure Solutions, Lightpath. "We look forward to partnering with WANRack's customers to serve their growing connectivity needs and expanding Lightpath's fiber infrastructure and customer relationships across Phoenix."

About Lightpath:

Lightpath is revolutionizing how customers connect to their digital destinations by combining our next-generation network with our next-generation customer service. Lightpath's advanced fiber-optic network offers a comprehensive portfolio of custom-engineered connectivity solutions with unparalleled performance, reliability, and security. Our consultative customer service means we work with you to design, deliver, and support the solution for your unique needs, faster and more easily than ever before. For over 30 years, thousands of enterprises, governments, and educators have trusted Lightpath to power their organization's innovation. Lightpath is jointly owned by Altice USA (NYSE: ATUS) and Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners.

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FAQ

How many route miles of fiber did Lightpath acquire from WANRack in Phoenix?

Lightpath acquired 133 route miles of fiber from WANRack in the Phoenix metropolitan market.

What will be Lightpath's total network footprint in Phoenix after the WANRack acquisition?

After the WANRack acquisition, Lightpath's total network footprint in Phoenix will be 363 route miles.

When is the expected completion date for Lightpath's full Phoenix network?

The full network completion is targeted by the end of 2026, with high priority segments being constructed in Q2 2025.

How many data centers will Lightpath's Phoenix network connect?

The network will connect 10 key data centers and be positioned near more than 30 additional single and multi-tenant data center campuses.

Which Phoenix metropolitan areas will be connected by Lightpath's network?

The network will connect Goodyear, Buckeye, Chandler, Glendale, Mesa, and Tempe to Phoenix's primary carrier exchange ecosystems.