Global network provider RETN has introduced Flex IX, a new wholesale connectivity service that unifies Remote Internet Exchange (IX) access and IP Transit into a single, flexible solution. The offering aims to eliminate bandwidth waste at peering and interconnect points – a persistent inefficiency in global network operations.
According to RETN’s internal research, up to 70% of capacity at major peering points remains unused because bandwidth allocated for IX traffic sits idle whenever peers are inactive. Flex IX addresses this by dynamically converting unused IX bandwidth into IP Transit capacity in real time. This enables network operators, ISPs, and content providers to maximize utilization without managing multiple services or paying for idle resources.
The innovation allows customers to access both Remote IX and IP Transit from a single RETN port and contract, reducing operational complexity and improving cost efficiency. When a peering session or IX experiences downtime, Flex IX automatically maintains traffic flow through the transit connection based on Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) configurations – enhancing resilience by design.
Flex IX users can also burst beyond their committed rate during high-demand periods, further optimizing network performance and scalability. RETN said the service ensures “zero waste,” with bandwidth continuously allocated to the most efficient use case depending on network conditions.
Unified Peering and Transit Service
The new solution integrates with RETN’s global Remote IX portfolio, providing access to leading Internet Exchange points such as AMS-IX (Amsterdam), DE-CIX (Frankfurt), LINX (London), BBIX (Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore), and others across Europe and Asia.
RETN described the product as the first of its kind in the industry, offering a unified peering and transit service through a single point of access. The company believes the model will streamline operations for carriers and content networks while improving overall network utilization.
Flex IX reflects a broader trend toward smarter bandwidth management in an era of growing interconnection demands and dynamic traffic patterns. By merging IX access and IP Transit under one service, RETN aims to deliver a more efficient, resilient, and cost-effective foundation for global network connectivity.
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