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CHANDLER, Ariz. - VIAVI Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAV), a network solutions provider with a market capitalization of $2.53 billion and annual revenue of $1 billion, has announced the expansion of its Automated Lab-as-a-Service for Open RAN testing facility. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains strong liquidity with a current ratio of 3.55, indicating robust operational flexibility. The enhancement includes the addition of an RF-shielded anechoic chamber and two new customer labs at its Chandler, Arizona location. This expansion is part of an initiative funded by the U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration to innovate public wireless supply chains.
The newly introduced RF Chamber is designed to offer the industry’s first test-as-a-service capability for Massive MIMO and beamforming over-the-air (OTA) validation, which includes system-level testing for up to 16 parallel spatial layers. VIAVI’s stock has shown strong momentum, gaining over 26% in the past six months, while analysts maintain a moderate buy consensus with price targets ranging from $10 to $16. Massive MIMO is a key technology in 5G networks that uses numerous antennas to increase data rates and efficiency. The RF chamber, provided by ETS-Lindgren, aims to streamline the testing process by emulating real-world scenarios more closely than traditional cabled tests.
In addition to the RF chamber, VIAVI’s expansion includes two more labs that offer access to over 500 test cases compliant with various Open RAN specifications. According to Erik Probstfield, Senior Director at VIAVI, the expansion meets the increasing demand for Open RAN testing and will support the commercialization and innovation of Open RAN units.
VIAVI’s VALOR Lab offers a comprehensive suite of tests throughout the product lifecycle, leveraging its NITRO Wireless Open RAN Test Suite and VAMOS framework, as well as O-RAN compliant equipment provided by partners. The lab is endorsed by the AI-RAN Alliance and contributes to the advancement of AI-powered telecommunications.
The facility also collaborates with AT&T and Verizon to expedite Open RAN testing and is the first test service authorized by the Telecom Infra Project for system performance certification. VIAVI’s expansion is seen as complementary to existing industry testing labs, aiming to improve readiness for certification and acceptance tests.
VIAVI is recognized for providing network test, monitoring, and assurance solutions, and is involved in light management technologies used across various industries. While currently trading above its InvestingPro Fair Value, the company maintains a moderate debt level with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.01 and receives a FAIR overall financial health score. For deeper insights into VIAVI’s financial metrics and growth potential, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report, available exclusively on InvestingPro, which covers over 1,400 US stocks with detailed analysis and actionable intelligence.
In other recent news, VIAVI Solutions Inc. has been making significant strides with several product announcements and developments. The company unveiled a new anti-jamming antenna system, the M-AJ-QUATRO, through its subsidiary Inertial Labs, aimed at providing secure GPS/GNSS access in environments prone to interference. VIAVI also introduced innovative products to support AI infrastructure, including the mFVU-3000 FlexLight dual-objective connector microscope and the OneAdvisor® 800 platform’s 800G Transport Module, which were showcased at the 2025 Optical Fiber Communications Conference and Exhibition. Additionally, VIAVI has contributed to NASA’s SPHEREx mission by supplying advanced optical components, aiding in a comprehensive all-sky spectral survey to map galaxies and stars.
In the radio network sector, VIAVI launched the CX200 infrastructure field tester, designed to assist technicians in maintaining mission-critical radio networks. Analyst Mike Genovese from Rosenblatt Securities upgraded Viavi Solutions’ stock rating from Neutral to Buy, setting a price target of $14.00. This upgrade was based on the company’s robust performance in its Network Enablement instruments business, which saw a notable increase in sales. Genovese highlighted the sustainable growth in this segment, driven by increased spending from telecommunications and cable companies, as well as demand from the Aerospace and Military sectors. These developments reflect VIAVI’s continued innovation and strategic positioning across various industries.
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