{"id":7394,"date":"2026-05-18T20:11:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T18:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?guid=b09d7342e612d8dd195e18c516715064"},"modified":"2026-05-18T20:11:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T18:11:00","slug":"midco-switch-announce-historic-400g-connectivity-deal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?p=7394","title":{"rendered":"Midco\u00ae, Switch\u00ae Announce Historic 400G Connectivity Deal"},"content":{"rendered":"

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Midco and Switch are proud to announce a five-year, multistate connectivity agreement supporting critical AI infrastructure in Ellendale, North Dakota.<\/p><\/a><\/a>

\n\u201cThis connectivity deal strengthens Midco\u2019s position as the nation\u2019s largest 400G circuit provider1<\/sup>, enabling hyperscalers and data centers to grow with confidence,\u201d said Midco President and Chief Operating Officer Ben Dold. \u201cWith unmatched network customization, engineering responsiveness and high-capacity transport reach, Midco is redefining what high-bandwidth fiber connectivity can deliver.\u201d<\/p>

\nA New Benchmark in Network Capacity<\/b><\/p>

\nThe agreement includes more than 500 individual 400 gigabit-per-second (Gbps) circuits delivered across two geographically diverse routes, providing full path redundancy between Ellendale, ND and Chicago, IL. In total, the network enables 200 terabits of capacity.<\/p>

\n\u201cSwitch selected Midco because of its ability to engineer a creative, resilient network design that meets the customer\u2019s stringent diversity and performance requirements while remaining on schedule in a highly constrained supply environment,\u201d said Switch SVP of Connectivity, Scott Gutierrez. \u201cMidco demonstrated strong control over a complex equipment supply chain and leveraged a combination of owned infrastructure and strategic partnerships to deliver a large-scale, high-capacity solution. Their flexibility, execution discipline, and willingness to think beyond conventional designs made them the right partner for this critical deployment.\u201d<\/p>

\nAs a premier provider of AI, cloud and enterprise data centers, Switch has raised the industry standard for data center technology solutions. Switch serves organizations across a broad range of industries, including hyperscale AI and cloud providers, health care, financial services and banking, government and other enterprise sectors. Their clients depend on cost-effective, highly reliable telecommunications infrastructure that can be delivered on time and deployed with minimal friction.<\/p>

\n\u201cThe common requirements for our customers are clear: scalable, resilient and future-ready connectivity delivered with precision and accountability,\u201d Gutierrez added. \u201cHaving successfully managed complex initiatives for our Ellendale customer over the past three years, Switch brought the proven expertise, vendor relationships and execution framework necessary to deliver a winning strategy. This network solution with Nokia was critical. Without it, the customer would not have been positioned to secure a multi-billion-dollar contract. Midco played an integral role as a nimble and innovative partner, collaborating closely with Switch to design and deploy the infrastructure required to meet the moment.\u201d<\/p>

\nTo support the scale and performance of this deployment, Midco is leveraging optical networking solutions from Nokia, delivering high-capacity transport with enhanced efficiency and reliability across its network.<\/p>

\n\u201cWe\u2019re proud to support Midco in delivering a highly advanced 400G network,\u201d said Osvaldo Di Campli, EVP Network Infrastructure Sales at Nokia. \u201cThis project highlights how next-generation optical innovation is scaling to unlock massive capacity while maintaining performance and resiliency at scale to meet the demands of the AI supercycle.\u201d<\/p>

\nStrategic Impact<\/b><\/p>

\n\u201cThis partnership marks a powerful milestone for North Dakota\u2019s digital\u2011infrastructure future,\u201d said North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong. \u201cWhen a major data center operator chooses to expand with a provider like Midco, it sends a clear signal: North Dakota is rapidly becoming one of the most competitive locations in the nation for high\u2011performance connectivity, cloud growth and AI\u2011driven industries.\u201d<\/p>

\n\u201cThe capacity, speed and scalability unlocked by this new fiber deployment not only strengthens our statewide technology ecosystem but also positions North Dakota for the next generation of data center and hyperscale investment,\u201d said North Dakota Department of Commerce Commissioner Chris Schilken. \u201cThis is exactly the kind of forward\u2011looking infrastructure that fuels innovation, attracts world\u2011class partners and drives long\u2011term economic opportunity for our state.\u201d<\/p>

\n\u201cThis partnership demonstrates that the Midwest is open for business,\u201d said Midco Director of Wholesale Jeff Sanders. \u201cIt shows that our region, with its favorable climate, abundant natural resources, renewable energy and strong business environment, continues to be the optimal location for data centers and hyperscalers. Our network covers the heart of the region, and our long-haul routes connect business customers to major points of presence sites like Minneapolis, Omaha, Chicago and Denver, allowing the transmission of massive volumes of voice, video and data at reliable 400G speeds.\u201d<\/p>

\nVisit Midco.com\/Wholesale<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>

\nAbout Midco<\/b><\/p>

\nFounded in 1931, Midco is a telecommunications leader redefining connectivity. We maintain market leadership by providing exceptional customer experiences using the region\u2019s most reliable owned and operated fiber network spanning 21,000 miles. Midco\u2019s service area covers more than 1.2 million homes and businesses in over 600 communities with 1,900 team members across Kansas, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Our mission is to be the best communications company in the country for our neighbors, team members, partners and communities. To learn more, text 64326, call 1.800.888.1300 or start a live chat with a Midco team member at Midco.com\/Contact today.<\/p>

\nFacebook: http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MidcontinentCommunications<\/a>YouTube: http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/MidcoComm<\/a>LinkedIn: http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/midcontinent-communications<\/a>Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/midcogobeyond\/?hl=en<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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\n1<\/sup>Based on Nokia and Infinera network data. This reflects a point\u2011in\u2011time snapshot as of Q2 2025. Results may change, are non\u2011comparative, may not represent all network paths or services and are not a guarantee of future performance.<\/i><\/p><\/td><\/tr>\n<\/table>

\n\u00a0<\/p> Contacts<\/b>

\nMedia Contact:\nJoseph Schartz\nDirector of Communications & Public Relations\nMidco\u00ae<\/sup>605.759.8693 | Joseph.Schartz@Midco.com<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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