Viavi Solutions

Viavi helps telecom companies and governments test and monitor their networks.

Its products also protect against counterfeiting.

Gadgets, Glass, and Guardrails: What Viavi Sells

• Network Enablement: Tools and software for building, testing, and fixing telecom and data networks. Used by telecom operators, equipment makers, and government agencies.
• Service Enablement: Systems that monitor and analyze network and application performance. Targeted at telecom providers, cloud companies, and large businesses.
• Optical Security and Performance: Optical coatings and components for anti-counterfeiting, 3D sensing, and specialty pigments. Used in banknotes, electronics, and automotive products.
• Avionics Test Solutions: Equipment for testing aircraft and defense communication systems. Serves aerospace, defense, and public safety sectors.
• Professional Services: Support, repair, training, and consulting for all product lines. Offered to all customer segments.

Growth Moves: Viavi’s Expansion Playbook

• Acquired Inertial Labs in 2025 to add navigation and timing solutions for aerospace and defense.
• Acquired Jackson Labs Technologies in 2022, expanding position and timing technology for critical infrastructure.
• Announced pending purchase of Spirent Communications’ high-speed ethernet and network security business in 2025.
• Launched the VALOR automated lab service for Open RAN (open radio access networks) in 2024.
• Formed a strategic alliance with SICPA for anti-counterfeiting optical products.

Why Viavi Stands Out (Without Shouting)

Viavi operates globally, with most sales outside the U.S. Its broad product range covers both physical and digital network testing. The company invests heavily in research and development to keep up with rapid technology changes.

Five Things You Need to Know

• Revenue was $369 million in QQ2 2026, up 36.4% year-over-year.
• Operating income was $212 million in QQ2 2026, up 32.7% year-over-year.
• Net income was -$3 million in QQ2 2026, down from $22 million last year.

Bottom Line

Viavi has evolved from a legacy optical company to a diversified network and security technology provider. Its broad product mix and global reach help it adapt to changing telecom and security needs.