Case Study: Port of London Authority modernises resilient network infrastructure with Switchshop and HPE Aruba Networking

Port of London Authority modernises 20 remote sites with Switchshop

The Port of London Authority, a major port operator on the River Thames, faced the challenge of modernizing its aging network infrastructure to support over 70 terminals across 95 miles. Its critical operational systems required a high-speed, low-latency, and redundant connection that traditional solutions could not provide. The organization partnered with vendor Switchshop to design a new network using HPE Aruba Networking technologies to achieve greater efficiency, security, and sustainability.

Switchshop implemented an EVPN-VXLAN fabric solution built on HPE Aruba Networking hardware, which extended layer 2 connectivity across the port's layer 3 microwave network. This provided the necessary resilience and performance for radar and traffic systems. The solution, managed via Aruba Fabric Composer, simplified operations and reduced IT overhead and energy consumption. As a result, the Port of London Authority gained a future-proof network that supports its sustainability goals and paves the way for next-generation maritime services.

Port of London Authority