Sidera Networks announced that it will further expand its network in Bristol County, Massachusetts to support OSHEAN's mission to provide area colleges and universities with dedicated fiber connectivity to advance the collaboration and performance of key classroom applications.

Earlier this year, OSHEAN, a nonprofit coalition of universities, hospitals and government agencies dedicated to providing technology solutions for its member institutions, selected Sidera for its network project spanning from Rhode Island into Massachusetts. This network is designed at a rate of 10 Gbps. -- a speed critical for research applications and superior communications.

"Sidera has proven to be an ideal partner for us, with the flexibility and expertise to support us on the next phase of this expansion," said George Loftus, President and CEO of OSHEAN. "Now even more of our members will have access to Sidera's high-speed, scalable infrastructure."

"The institutions in the OSHEAN network depend on seamless and efficient network connectivity," said Mike Sicoli, CEO of Sidera Networks. "This project will support more colleges and universities within the OSHEAN coalition, and we look forward to delivering flexible, high-capacity solutions throughout this region."

Sidera Networks is committed to providing award winning service and support to educational institutions. Sidera's provides services to nearly 50 leading colleges and universities along the Northeast corridor, offering tailored solutions, scalable bandwidth and unique routes.