CHARLOTTE, N.C. Essentia, Inc., a leading provider of next-generation network solutions, is proud to announce that it has been honored with the Tellabs Best New Transportation Project Award for outstanding innovation and performance in the US telecommunications industry. This recognition from Tellabs, a global leader in network connectivity, underscores Essentia’s dedication to transforming how organizations connect, communicate, and grow in an increasingly digital world. Read more about the Tellabs Partner Awards here.
The Tellabs Award was presented to Essentia, Inc. during the Tellabs 2025 Technology & Innovation Conference, held May 13–14, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. This immersive event brought together industry leaders, technology experts, and valued partners for two days of collaboration, networking, and celebration in the heart of downtown Louisville. The awards ceremony, hosted at the iconic Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, recognized outstanding achievements and innovation across the Tellabs partner ecosystem, making Essentia’s recognition for the Amtrak 30th Street Station Renovation project a highlight of the evening.
Founded on the belief that robust, secure, and future-ready networks are the backbone of modern business, Essentia, Inc. has consistently delivered tailored solutions that empower enterprises, government agencies, educational institutions, and healthcare providers across the country. From designing and deploying state-of-the-art Passive Optical LANs to providing comprehensive managed services and ongoing support, Essentia’s team of experts ensures that clients benefit from seamless, scalable, and cost-effective connectivity.
“Receiving the Tellabs Award is a tremendous honor and a testament to the hard work and passion of our entire team,” said Lindon Hayes, CEO of Essentia, Inc. “At Essentia, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in telecom, helping our clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. This recognition from Tellabs energizes us to set new standards for innovation and excellence, empowering our customers and partners to thrive in a connected future.“
Tellabs’ recognition highlights Essentia’s expertise in deploying Tellabs® Optical LAN solutions, which are renowned for their reliability, security, and sustainability. As Tellabs shared: “Congratulations to Essentia, Inc., recipient of the Best New Transportation Project Award. Their work on the Amtrak 30th Street Station Renovation brought modern connectivity to a major transportation hub, supporting voice, data, video, WiFi, PIDS, and more. They delivered a high-performance solution despite a challenging project environment. Thank you to Essentia for your expertise and dedication throughout this important project.”
By leveraging Tellabs’ cutting-edge Optical LAN technology, Essentia enables organizations to modernize their network infrastructure, reduce operational costs, and support the growing demands of cloud, IoT, and smartbuilding applications. This award highlights Essentia’s ability to deliver high-performance solutions in complex environments, further establishing the company as a trusted partner for mission-critical connectivity.
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, Essentia remains at the forefront of telecom innovation, offering a full suite of services including network design, construction and deployment, project management, and ongoing support. With a customer-centric approach and a proven track record of success, Essentia is uniquely positioned to help organizations of all sizes achieve their connectivity goals.
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About Essentia Inc.
At Essentia, we’ve assembled a team of trusted experts who design and build turnkey outdoor & indoor networks with unrivaled quality and record-setting cycle times. We know true breakthrough innovations are the ones that target real customer pain points, inefficiencies, and error-prone processes. That is why we are delivering tech-enabled infrastructure services including drone data capture, engineering automations, and machine learning – all powered by our proprietary eSpeed Technology Platform. Founded in 2003 and based in Charlotte, N.C., Essentia has planted roots across the country while supporting Telecom Carriers, Cable MSOs, on-the-move Enterprises, Critical Infrastructure / Utilities, and Government entities.
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