UTStarcom Holdings Corp. introduced the SkyFlux SPN310, a compact, cost‑effective router that extends its SkyFlux Converged Packet Transport platform into the enterprise and metro edge markets. The SPN310 is engineered for small‑to‑medium‑enterprise connectivity, broadband aggregation, and a range of transport network scenarios, positioning the company to capture a share of the growing 5G/5G‑Advanced midhaul and backhaul market.
UTStarcom’s revenue has been in decline, with first‑half 2025 sales falling to $4.6 million from $5.7 million in the same period of 2024 and a net loss of $3.7 million versus $2.0 million a year earlier. The SPN310 launch is part of a broader strategy to generate new revenue streams and offset the erosion of its legacy broadband business, which has historically accounted for a large portion of the company’s top line.
The 5G midhaul and backhaul segment is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of roughly 15% over the next five years, while the enterprise and metro edge market is expected to expand at 12% CAGR. By offering a firmware‑compatible version for its NG‑PTN NetRing platform, UTStarcom can leverage existing customer relationships and reduce development costs, giving it a competitive edge in a market dominated by Nokia, Ericsson, and Huawei.
The SPN310’s compact, fanless design and low power consumption differentiate it from larger, rack‑mounted routers. Its firmware compatibility with the NetRing platform allows customers to upgrade existing infrastructure without replacing hardware, a feature that is attractive to operators looking to modernize legacy networks cost‑effectively.
Chief Technology Officer Lingrong Lu said the SPN310 “expands our portfolio to better address the enterprise and metro network edge markets” and offers “a cost‑effective access solution that combines a compact footprint with the high performance required for modern business and transport applications.” The company’s CFO has highlighted the need to shift toward higher‑margin products as part of its turnaround plan, noting that the SPN310 could help improve gross margins by reducing the proportion of low‑margin legacy equipment in the sales mix.
By entering the enterprise and metro edge space, UTStarcom aims to diversify its customer base beyond its traditional Indian market and tap into higher‑margin segments. The SPN310’s introduction is expected to accelerate revenue growth, improve operating leverage, and support the company’s broader strategy to rebuild profitability after a period of declining revenue and increasing losses.
UTStarcom’s management signals confidence that the SPN310 will play a key role in its turnaround, as the product aligns with the company’s focus on 5G infrastructure and leverages its existing platform expertise to capture new market share.
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