RETN Launches Its First Point of Presence (PoP) in Greece at Balkan Gate
RETN has announced the deployment of a new Point of Presence (PoP) at Balkan Gate, the only carrier-neutral data center in Thessaloniki. This strategic expansion significantly enhances the company’s regional connectivity footprint, enabling faster, more reliable services for its customers. The new PoP serves as a key interconnection node for the Balkans and the Mediterranean, facilitating lower latency, improved data exchange, and optimized network performance.
As one of the leading international network service providers, RETN plays a critical role in global connectivity. The company is recognized for its ability to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions, leveraging its privately owned infrastructure and deep expertise in telecommunications. With an extensive presence across multiple regions, RETN provides advanced networking services tailored to the evolving demands of enterprises and organizations worldwide.
Lancom, the only Greek provider offering an integrated portfolio of cloud, data center, cybersecurity services, and href="https://lancom.gr/telecom/"> telecommunications services, continues to strengthen its position as a regional infrastructure leader. Balkan Gate Thessaloniki, Lancom’s third data center, is the largest Tier III, carrier-neutral facility in Northern Greece and has already been selected as a PoP location by major international and domestic telecom operators. As a strategic interconnection hub for Southeastern Europe, Balkan Gate delivers high-performance colocation and interconnection services that meet the highest standards of quality, resilience, and reliability.
The collaboration between RETN and Lancom marks a significant milestone in the ongoing development of digital infrastructure in the region. By combining their expertise and infrastructure capabilities, the two companies deliver advanced, future-ready connectivity solutions that address the growing demands of the market. The establishment of RETN’s PoP further reinforces Thessaloniki’s role as an emerging technology hub, strengthening its position in the international interconnection landscape and driving the attraction of high-value digital investments.
