In addition to Blue Ridge Telecom's 10-year wholesale relationship with MCI WorldCom, Blue Ridge Telecom maintains underlying carrier arrangements with Qwest, Global Crossing and Arbinet. Blue Ridge Telecom also operates two Alcatel Mega hub 600 ES switches. This combination of resources provides Blue Ridge Telecom an extraordinary, reliable network. The multiple carrier agreements maintained by Blue Ridge Telecom make it possible for Blue Ridge Telecom to negotiate the most competitive rates and promotions for its customers.