Combining deep Hollow Core Fibre expertise with best-in-class route engineering to redefine latency performance for global markets
NPS and Neutrality today announced a strategic partnership to bring the latest Hollow Core Fibre (HCF) solutions to ultra-low latency network users worldwide. The collaboration brings together NPS’s long-standing expertise in HCF innovation and deployment with Neutrality’s market-leading capability in sourcing, designing and building bespoke, ultra-efficient network routes.
The partnership is tailored for latency-critical industries, including high-frequency trading firms, algorithmic traders, cryptocurrency platforms, market data providers and data centre operators—where even microseconds can translate into material competitive advantage.
Initial projects will focus on optimising existing network infrastructure across key global regions. This includes subsea backhaul, microwave interconnects, cross-connect environments and market data delivery paths. By integrating advanced HCF technology into these routes, the partnership is enabling immediate latency improvements of up to 30% on a one-way basis compared to conventional single-mode fibre (SMF).
Hollow Core Fibre represents a fundamental shift in optical networking. By transmitting light through air rather than glass, HCF significantly reduces latency. When combined with precise route engineering and optimisation, it unlocks a new class of ultra-low latency performance—where every metre of infrastructure is engineered for speed.
Joe Dickenson, representing NPS, commented:
“This is an exciting milestone for the industry. NPS has been at the forefront of Hollow Core Fibre development and real-world deployment for years and partnering with Neutrality allows us to bring that expertise directly into optimised, production-grade networks. The technology is here, it’s proven and the demand for measurable latency gains continues to accelerate.”
Syed Abbas, representing Neutrality, added:
“Our focus has always been on delivering the most efficient routes possible for our clients. By combining that with NPS’s HCF expertise, we can now push performance even further. In today’s environment, milliseconds and even microseconds matter. This partnership ensures that every route, every segment and every metre is fully optimised.”
With a shared commitment to performance, precision and innovation, NPS and Neutrality are enabling the next evolution of ultra-low latency networking—delivering immediate, tangible advantages to the world’s most demanding network users.
About NPS
NPS specialises in advanced optical networking solutions, with particular expertise in Hollow Core Fibre technology. The company has been instrumental in pioneering HCF deployment strategies and enabling real-world performance gains for latency-sensitive applications across financial markets and high-performance data environments.
About Neutrality
Neutrality specialises in sourcing, designing and building bespoke ultra-low latency network routes. The company is recognised for delivering highly optimised infrastructure solutions for financial institutions, trading firms and data-driven enterprises where speed and efficiency are paramount.
