Microlink

What Microlink does

Microlink S.A.S. is a privately held Colombian connectivity solutions provider founded in 1986 and headquartered in Cota, near Bogotá, with 51-100 employees. The company designs, distributes, and integrates passive and active optical connectivity products, including GPON networks, fiber optic assemblies, copper structured cabling, radio frequency, IoT infrastructure, and DC power distribution, serving Data Center, Enterprise, Telecommunications Operator, Industrial, and IoT customers across Latin America and the Caribbean. Its most distinctive technical asset is the first and only laboratory in Latin America certified by Corning as a Gold Cable Assembly House (GCHA), with two local assembly plants producing certified fiber optic assemblies under TIA-568-C.3 and IEEE 802.3bs/ck standards, including a VSFF (Very Small Form Factor) connector family that supports up to 432 fibers per 1RU with sub-0.1 dB insertion loss for 400G/800G data center applications.

The business operates three revenue streams: (1) sale of manufactured brands under the Zafiro sub-brand (Copper Solutions, Fiber System Solutions, Data Smart Infrastructure Management), (2) distribution of more than 1,000 products from 15+ tier-one manufacturers (Corning, LEMO, Amphenol, Amphenol Network Solutions/Telect, TP-LINK, Datwyler, Optral, Kerlink, Hansen, CommScope, ZTE, AXIS Communications, Milesight, Senko, Prysmian), and (3) end-to-end professional services from architecture design through implementation and support. The go-to-market is a direct B2B sales model staffed by specialized technical advisors, with quote-based pricing and no public e-commerce; lead engagement is via PBX, email, and WhatsApp. Notable named customers include Parque Eólico de la Guajira 1 (wind energy fiber network), PSA Panamá (port terminal fiber administration), and La Tele Tuya (Venezuelan racetrack broadcast connectivity).

Strategic posture is defined by recent offensive moves rather than restructuring: a 2025 alliance with TechEnabler extends cybersecurity managed services into Latin America and the Caribbean, a partnership with ZTE adds FTTR (Fiber-to-the-Room) capability, a VSFF and high-density product push targets AI data center demand, and continued manufacturer additions (Prysmian visible in 2025) widen the solution bundle. The company holds no public listings, has no disclosed funding rounds, and shows no M&A or leadership change activity in the available data, suggesting an independently operated, founder/family-held growth-stage SME rather than a venture- or PE-backed platform.

Name

Microlink

Legal name

Microlink S.A.S.

Website

https://microlink.com.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Microlink S.A.S. is a Colombian connectivity solutions provider offering GPON, optical fiber, copper, RF, and IoT products. It serves Data Center, Enterprise, Telco, and Industrial customers across Latin America, distinguished by the region's first GCHA-certified fiber optic assembly laboratory.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Network Infrastructure

NAICS

Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing (335921), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Communications Equipment Manufacturing (3342), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045), Wholesale-Hardware (5072)

akta.pro primary industry

Fiber Optic Cabling (Singlemode/Multimode) (HDAFALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cable Assemblies & Patch Cords (Copper/Fiber) (HDAFALAF), Connectors, Jacks & Couplers (RJ45/LC/SC/MPO/MTP) (HDAFALAD), Data, Communications & Fiber Optic Cable (IMADAMAD)

Keywords

• Fiber optic connectivity
• GPON network solutions
• Structured cabling systems
• Data center infrastructure
• IoT connectivity solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Cota

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Products - Manufactured Brands: Sale of proprietary Zafiro branded products including fiber optic assemblies, ODF (Optical Distribution Frames), patch cords, and copper connectivity solutions
2. Products - Manufacturer Portfolio: Commercialization of over 1,000 products from authorized manufacturers including Corning, LEMO, Amphenol, TP-LINK, DATWYLER, OPTRAL, KERLINK, HANSEN, COMMSCOPE, and others
3. Solutions and Professional Services: End-to-end solutions from architecture design to implementation and support services for GPON, DAS, Data Centers, Industry and IoT applications

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Microlink is a Colombian connectivity infrastructure company that supplies and integrates GPON, optical fiber, copper network, radio frequency, IoT, and DC power distribution products for data centers, telecom operators, enterprises, and industrial customers. It distributes products from over a dozen global manufacturers (Corning, LEMO, Amphenol, TP-LINK, Datwyler, Senko, CommScope, Kerlink, Hansen, Optral) and manufactures its own Zafiro-branded fiber and copper assemblies at the only GCHA-certified laboratory in Latin America. The company also delivers end-to-end solutions covering architecture design, certified assembly, implementation, and support services.

Product overview

Microlink is a Colombian company with 40 years of experience providing connectivity solutions. Their portfolio is organized as a multi-product platform covering GPON (ONT-OLT, routers, switches, WiFi, SFP/media converters), optical fiber (cables, assemblies, management, protection), copper networks (structured cabling, multipair), radio frequency (coaxial cables, connectors), energy solutions (DC distribution panels, smart energy), and IoT (gateways, transmitters, node products). They sell products from major manufacturers (Corning, Amphenol, LEMO, TP-LINK, Hansen, Datwyler, Senko, Kerlink) alongside their own ZAFIRO sub-brand. Their key differentiator is the GCHA-certified Assembly Laboratory - the first and only in Latin America certified by Corning - enabling local manufacture of certified fiber optic assemblies with complete traceability. The company also provides complete solutions (GPON, Data Center, Industry, IoT) from architecture through implementation and support, serving markets in Data Center, Enterprise, Telcos, and Industry segments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Zafiro: Zafiro Copper Solutions - structured cabling and copper network solutions brand. Also operates as Zafiro Data Smart Infrastructure Management for data center solutions.

Products and services

• GPON Solutions Gigabit Passive Optical Network solutions including ONT-OLT, routers, SFP and media converters, switches, and WiFi equipment for fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) and fiber-to-the-premise (FTTP) deployments. Targeted at telecom operators and ISPs.
• Optical Fiber Products Complete optical fiber portfolio including cable management, fiber optic cables, installation and protection elements, and fiber optic assemblies including certified assemblies from the GCHA-certified laboratory. Targeted at data center, enterprise, telco, and industrial customers.
• Copper Network Solutions Copper network solutions including Zafiro Copper Solutions, structured cabling, multipair cables for audio/video/voice/data, and connectors. Targeted at enterprise and institutional customers.
• Radio Frequency Products Radio frequency products including cable management, RF coaxial cables, RF connectors, and RF installation and protection components. Targeted at telecom and broadcast infrastructure customers.
• IoT Solutions Internet of Things products including gateways/femtocells, node products, and transmitters for IoT connectivity deployments. Targeted at enterprise and industrial IoT customers.
• Energy / DC Power Distribution Energy management solutions including DC power distribution panels (standard and intelligent/smart), low voltage products, and hybrid fiber and copper systems. Targeted at data center and telecom infrastructure operators.
• ZAFIRO Brand Products Microlink's own proprietary brand for copper and fiber connectivity solutions including Zafiro Copper Solutions, Zafiro Fiber System Solutions, and Zafiro Data Smart Infrastructure Management. Targeted at data center, enterprise, and telco customers.
• Certified Fiber Optic Assembly Laboratory Services Certified fiber optic assembly laboratory service - the first and only GCHA (Gold Cable Assembly House) certified by Corning in Latin America - with two local assembly plants providing certified fiber assemblies with full traceability. Targeted at data center, telco, and industrial customers.
• Industrial Connectivity Solutions Connectivity solutions for control and automation systems in demanding industrial environments including wind farms, port terminals, and manufacturing, with remote monitoring and fiber optic certification services. Targeted at industrial operators in energy, logistics, and manufacturing.
• End-to-End Connectivity Solutions End-to-end point-to-point solutions covering GPON, Data Center (Zafiro Fiber System Solutions), IoT, and Industry connectivity, including architecture design, implementation, and support services. Targeted at enterprise, telco, and industrial customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 76% reduction in CO2 emissions from international logistics through local assembly
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and standard.

• CorningcoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic alliance with Corning Optical Fiber, global leader in innovative optical fiber manufacturing since 1851. Microlink holds the GCHA (Gold Cable Assembly House) certification from Corning, the only such certification in Latin America, enabling certified fiber assembly production.
• LEMOcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with LEMO for hybrid connectivity solutions. Successfully implemented audiovisual connectivity for racetracks in Venezuela, demonstrating capabilities in broadcast and entertainment infrastructure.
• Amphenol Network Solutions (Telect)coreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal leader in physical layer network infrastructure solutions including fiber distribution systems, cable management, DC power distribution, cabinets, and racks. Partnership enables integrated projects combining cable management solutions with connectivity.
• AmphenolcoreTechnology or IntegrationOne of the world's largest manufacturers of interconnection products including RF connectors, coaxial cables, antennas, sensors, fiber optics, and cable harnesses. Products include Wavetrax cable management systems.
• TP-LINKstandardTechnology or IntegrationGlobal provider of networking products including routers, switches, and WiFi solutions distributed through Microlink's portfolio.
• DATWYLERstandardTechnology or IntegrationSwiss manufacturer specializing in data and network solutions, connectivity components, and specialized cables for communications infrastructure.
• OPTRALstandardTechnology or IntegrationSpanish company founded in 1988 specializing in design, manufacturing, and commercialization of fiber optic cables and optoelectronic equipment with focus on innovation and quality.
• KERLINKstandardTechnology or IntegrationProvider of IoT solutions including gateways and network infrastructure for LoRaWAN deployments.
• HANSENstandardTechnology or IntegrationManufacturer of outdoor fiber optic cables including ADSS (All-Dielectric Self-Supporting) cables for telecommunications infrastructure.
• COMMSCOPEstandardTechnology or IntegrationGlobal leader in network infrastructure solutions including fiber optic and copper connectivity products for enterprise and carrier networks.
• TechEnablercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic alliance with managed security service provider (MSSP) based in São Paulo, Brazil with over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity. Partnership strengthens network security and performance offerings in Latin America and Caribbean.
• ZTEcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for FTTR (Fiber to the Room) solutions, enabling complete fiber connectivity deployment for in-building applications.
• AXIS CommunicationsstandardTechnology or IntegrationPartner for network video and audio solutions, IP cameras and encoders for security and surveillance applications.
• MilesightstandardTechnology or IntegrationProvider of IoT sensors and devices including network video products integrated into Microlink's IoT portfolio.
• SenkostandardTechnology or IntegrationJapanese company (since 1946) and global leader in optical interconnection solutions, developing precise, reliable, and easy-to-use fiber optic connectors with over 30 years of experience.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• CommScope: Global incumbent in network infrastructure — fiber, copper, structured cabling, cable management and DC power — for carriers and enterprise data centers. Also a current Microlink distribution partner, indicating direct overlap on enterprise and telco accounts in LatAm.
• Nexans: Global cable and connectivity manufacturer covering fiber, copper and energy cables for telecom, data center and industrial markets. Overlaps with Microlink on fiber-cabling and structured-cabling product lines, though Nexans operates globally and at much larger scale.
• Belden: Global manufacturer of signal-transmission solutions including fiber, copper, RF coaxial and industrial networking cables. Directly competes across multiple Microlink verticals (fiber, copper, RF) but at vastly larger global scale and with a broader industrial-customer footprint.
• Corning: World leader in optical fiber and connectivity, and the body behind Microlink's GCHA certification. Comparable as the upstream supplier whose products Microlink assembles and distributes, and a potential competitor if Corning insources regional certified assembly.

Direct peers

• Padtec: Brazilian optical communications systems and fiber optic solutions provider selling to carriers and enterprises in Latin America. Comparable to Microlink in its regional LatAm focus and fiber-optic-led product portfolio spanning transport, access and enterprise connectivity.
• Furukawa Electric LatAm: Brazil-headquartered LatAm fiber optic cable and connectivity solutions provider serving telecom operators and enterprise networks across Latin America. Closely comparable to Microlink on geography, vertical (fiber connectivity, GPON, structured cabling) and customer base (telcos, data centers, enterprise).
• Panduit: Network infrastructure solutions provider covering fiber, copper connectivity, cable management and DC power distribution — directly overlapping Microlink's data-center and enterprise product categories, including DC breakers and intelligent power panels.
• AFL Telecommunications: Global fiber optic cable, connector and assembly manufacturer serving carriers, enterprise and industrial markets. Comparable to Microlink's Zafiro and GCHA assembly capabilities, though operating at much larger global scale.
• Siemon: Specialist in high-performance IT infrastructure cabling, including fiber, copper, data center and intelligent infrastructure solutions. Comparable in data-center-focused fiber/copper structured cabling and assembly services, with global distribution.
• Datacom: Latin American manufacturer of fiber optic cables, structured cabling and network connectivity for telecom operators and ISPs. Direct competitor in the regional fiber-cabling market Microlink serves, with overlapping GPON and enterprise-network product lines.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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