JERICHO, N.Y. -- Optimum Lightpath(SM), an industry leader in providing advanced Ethernet-based communications services, today announced that it has been awarded the "Most Innovative -- Competitive Carrier" Communication Innovators Award®, from New Paradigm Resources Group, Inc. (NPRG) and Pipeline Magazine, and a "2008 Carrier Ethernet Service Provider of the Year" award from the MEF (Metro Ethernet Forum). Both awards were presented at NXTcomm08 in Las Vegas this week.

The NPRG Communications Innovators Awards® recognize service providers that implement cutting-edge solutions and demonstrate forward-thinking innovation. The award was presented by NPRG, a leading strategic consulting and research firm for innovators within the communications industry.

"NPRG continues to recognize companies that drive the communications industry forward," said NPRG's Executive Vice President Craig Clausen. "Optimum Lightpath stood out for the innovation and competitive spirit the company has introduced into the dynamic communications market. We're pleased to honor Optimum Lightpath with this Award and recognize the Company for its ingenuity and diligence."

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