Our company
Ciena Corporation is a global leader in communication network infrastructure, associated software and professional services. Our specialty is helping customers transition their networks for maximum value using innovative technology and market-driven solutions to address end-user demand. With expertise in optical, Ethernet and data networking, Ciena enables customers to deliver more services faster, lower the network cost base and improve the end-user experience. Our solutions form the foundation of many of the largest, most reliable and sophisticated service provider, enterprise, government, and research and education networks across the globe.
Quick facts
Headquarters
1201 Winterson Road
Linthicum, Maryland 21090
Toll Free (800) 921-1144
Phone (410) 865-8500
Fax (410) 694-5750
1201 Winterson Road
Linthicum, Maryland 21090
Toll Free (800) 921-1144
Phone (410) 865-8500
Fax (410) 694-5750
Incorporation
November 1992 under the state laws of Delaware.
Initial public offering (IPO)
February 7, 1997
Raised approximately $125 million; Lead underwriter: Goldman Sachs & Co
November 1992 under the state laws of Delaware.
Initial public offering (IPO)
February 7, 1997
Raised approximately $125 million; Lead underwriter: Goldman Sachs & Co
Ticker symbol
NASDAQ: CIEN
NASDAQ: CIEN
Revenue
Fiscal Year 2007
$779.8 million
Fiscal Year 2007
$779.8 million
Employees
2000+ worldwide
2000+ worldwide




