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Press Releases
 November 30th 2005 COGENT EXTENDS NETWORK PRESENCE IN EUROPE
Amsterdam, November 30, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a multinational Tier 1 Internet service provider, announced its planned expansion to provide Internet access and transport services in Stockholm, Sweden. Cogent will make an official announcement at its customer event to be held at the U.S. General Consulate’s building in Amsterdam on November 30th, 2005. “Cogent is responding to customer demand and multiple requests from businesses looking to bring Cogent’s quality Internet service and pricing to Sweden,” said Dave Schaeffer, CEO of Cogent Communications. “We are looking forward to launching service in Stockholm in the very near future and want to take this opportunity while in Amsterdam to personally thank our loyal customers for their business today and continued future support as we expand our presence throughout Europe.” Stefan Arbia, Cogent’s Country Manager for the Benelux region, will host the event and introduce Cogent’s CEO Dave Schaeffer, as well as other senior executives from Cogent, to an influential group including consulate officials and telecommunications industry executives. The event will provide an excellent forum to network and discuss further opportunities and trends in the Internet marketplace. Cogent’s has steadily increased the amount of traffic and number of customers on its network, located in Europe and North America. Cogent reported its network traffic grew 30% in the 3rd quarter of 2005. Compounded annual growth in traffic for 2005 is roughly 170%. Cogent estimates that it carries approximately 12% of the world’s Internet traffic based on comparisons of its data with that of third parties that publish total global Internet traffic statistics. Cogent has been named the largest Ethernet Internet service provider in the United States by Ovum-RHK and continues to demonstrate its leadership position within the telecom industry both in Europe and the United States. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is the number one provider of Ethernet services in the United States as ranked by Ovum-RHK and is one of the largest ISPs in the world. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to businesses and service providers in major metropolitan areas. Cogent offers services across its 46,600 Km IP network spanning 12 countries located in North America and Europe. The combination of technology, IP network architecture and unique business model has combined to help make Cogent one of the most popular Tier 1 providers of reliable, cost-effective Internet service in the industry. Cogent offers several focused services that complement its On-Net Internet access service including dedicated Off-Net (E1, E3) Internet service, colocation services in 28 colocation facilities across North America and Europe, and Layer 2 Point-to-Point services in every On-Net market. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. November 28th 2005 COGENT EXPANDS METRO PRESENCE IN GERMANY
Hamburg, November 28, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a multinational Tier 1 Internet service provider, announced today that it has expanded its presence in Germany by building out its metropolitan footprint in several cities throughout Germany. These projects allow Cogent to reach more bandwidth-intensive customers from both the NetCentric service provider and the enterprise Corporate markets. This expansion coincides roughly with the one-year anniversary date of Cogent’s GlobalAccess acquisition and the acquisition of network infrastructure from what was once Carrier1, which have now been integrated with Cogent’s global network and operations. To celebrate a successful year of growth in Germany, Cogent is co-hosting an event at the U.S. General Consulate’s building in Hamburg on November 29th, 2005. Thomas Wolpert, Cogent’s Country Manager for Germany, will host the event and introduce Cogent’s CEO Dave Schaeffer, as well as other senior executives from Cogent, to an influential group including consulate officials and telecommunications industry executives. The event will provide an excellent forum to network and discuss further opportunities and trends in the Internet marketplace. “Cogent consistently sees IT leaders throughout Europe and North America willing to purchase Cogent bandwidth. We offer significantly lower prices than the market charges and provide excellent network performance and customer support backed by an industry leading SLA,” said Dave Schaeffer, CEO of Cogent Communications. “With this event in Hamburg, we would like to personally thank our loyal customers for their business today and continued future support.” Cogent’s has steadily increased the amount of traffic and number of customers on its network, located in Europe and North America. Cogent reported its network traffic grew 30% in the 3rd quarter of 2005. Compounded annual growth in traffic for 2005 is roughly 170%. Cogent estimates that it carries approximately 12% of the world’s Internet traffic based on comparisons of its data with that of third parties that publish total global Internet traffic statistics. Cogent has been named the largest Ethernet Internet service provider in the United States by Ovum-RHK and continues to demonstrate its leadership position within the telecom industry both in Europe and the United States. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is the number one provider of Ethernet services in the United States as ranked by Ovum-RHK and is one of the largest ISPs in the world. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to businesses and service providers in major metropolitan areas. Cogent offers services across its 46,600 Km IP network spanning 12 countries located in North America and Europe. The combination of technology, IP network architecture and unique business model has combined to help make Cogent one of the most popular Tier 1 providers of reliable, cost-effective Internet service in the industry. Cogent offers several focused services that complement its On-Net Internet access service including dedicated Off-Net (E1, E3) Internet service, colocation services in 28 colocation facilities across North America and Europe, and Layer 2 Point-to-Point services in every On-Net market. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. November 14th 2005 COGENT CEO TO SPEAK AT LEHMAN BROTHERS 2ND ANNUAL SMALL CAP CONFERENCE IN CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
Washington, D.C., November 14, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), the largest Ethernet Internet service provider in the United States, announced today that Dave Schaeffer, Cogent’s Chief Executive Officer, will be speaking at the Lehman Brothers Small Cap Conference on November 16, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. PST. The event will be held at the Four Seasons Resort Aviara in Carlsbad, California. Mr. Schaeffer’s presentation will be webcast and available to the public by going to http://www.cogentco.com/htdocs/presentations.php and following the link to the webcast page. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP recently ranked by Ovum-RHK as the largest provider of Ethernet services in the United States. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 12 countries and provides IP services in over 85 markets located in North America and Europe. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### November 11th 2005 COGENT REPORTS THIRD QUARTER RESULTS November 7th 2005 THE RUSSIAN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY NETWORK, SELECTS COGENT AS ITS HIGH-BANDWIDTH SERVICE PROVIDER
Washington, DC, November 7, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a multinational Tier 1 Internet service provider, announced today that RUNNet, the federal network of universities across Russia, has selected Cogent as its Internet service provider. The network will be connected to Cogent through Cogent’s point of presence in Amsterdam. Cogent’s IP network spans over 46,600 Km and has over 85 points of presence in 12 countries. Cogent has been named the largest Ethernet Internet service provider in the United States by Ovum-RHK and continues to demonstrate its leadership position within the telecom industry. RUNNet was put in place to provide Russian universities with a best-of-breed communications links to the Internet to facilitate the exchange of curriculum materials, studies and research data, and help RUNNet collaborate on research projects with other Russian and foreign universities. “We needed a large amount of bandwidth to exchange large volumes of data reliably between our universities,” said Yury Izhvanov First Deputy Director RUNNet. “After evaluating several providers, Cogent proved to be one of the best and the most cost effective solutions. Since so many American university networks like The Quilt, SURA, OARnet, MichNet are already connected to Cogent, it became an obvious choice for us.” “Cogent has had significant success as the Internet Service Provider of choice to the university and scientific research community in the US and Canada. It is a natural progression to extend this reach into other parts of the world and we are proud to welcome RUNNet on our network,” said Dave Schaeffer, CEO of Cogent Communications. “The value of Cogent’s pricing for Tier 1 Internet service provides the university community with ample bandwidth to meet the most cutting-edge and demanding needs of research today, without engulfing their IT budgets.” About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is the number one provider of Ethernet services in the United States as ranked by Ovum-RHK and is one of the largest ISPs in the world. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to businesses and service providers in major metropolitan areas. Cogent offers services across its 46,600 Km IP network spanning 12 countries located in North America and Europe. The combination of technology, IP network architecture and unique business model has combined to help make Cogent one of the most popular Tier 1 providers of reliable, cost-effective Internet service in the industry. Cogent offers several focused services that complement its On-Net Internet access service including dedicated Off-Net (E1, E3) Internet service, colocation services in 28 colocation facilities across North America and Europe, and Layer 2 Point-to-Point services in every On-Net market. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### October 28th 2005 LEVEL 3 AND COGENT REACH AGREEMENT ON EQUITABLE PEERING TERMS
BROOMFIELD, Colo. and WASHINGTON D.C., October 28, 2005
Level 3 Communications (Nasdaq:LVLT) and Cogent Communications (Amex:COI) today announced that the companies have agreed on terms to continue to exchange Internet traffic under a modified version of their original peering agreement. The modified peering arrangement allows for the continued exchange of traffic between the two companies’ networks, and includes commitments from each party with respect to the characteristics and volume of traffic to be exchanged. Under the terms of the agreement, the companies have agreed to the settlement-free exchange of traffic subject to specific payments if certain obligations are not met. The modified arrangement is designed to mitigate any impact to customers’ Internet connectivity as it sets forth an agreed process to protect customers upon the expiration of the peering relationship, or upon violations of the agreement that are not remedied in accordance with the revised agreement. Those protections include advance written notice to the customers of each party upon termination of the agreement, as well as terms assuring the continued exchange of traffic for a reasonable transition period. The specific terms of the agreement are confidential. As part of today’s joint announcement, Level 3 and Cogent underscored their common view that the implementation of their modified peering agreement, effective immediately, serves the best interests of both companies’ customers. As a result of the agreement, Level 3 will not proceed with disconnection on November 9, as previously announced. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is the number one provider of Ethernet services in the United States based on the number of ports in service as ranked by Ovum-RHK and is one of the fastest growing Tier 1 ISPs in the world. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to businesses and service providers in major metropolitan areas. Cogent offers services across its 30,600-mile IP network spanning 12 countries located in North America and Europe. The combination of technology, IP network architecture and unique business model make Cogent one of the most popular solutions for reliable, cost-effective Internet service in the industry. Cogent offers several focused services that complement its On-Net Internet access service including dedicated Off-Net (T1, T3) Internet service, colocation services in 28 data centers across North America and Europe, and Layer 2 Point-to-Point services in every On-Net market. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. About Level 3 Communications Level 3 (Nasdaq:LVLT) is an international communications and information services company. The company operates one of the largest Internet backbones in the world, is one of the largest providers of wholesale dial-up service to ISPs in North America and is the primary provider of Internet connectivity for millions of broadband subscribers, through its cable and DSL partners. The company offers a wide range of communications services over its 23,000-mile broadband fiber optic network including Internet Protocol (IP) services, broadband transport and infrastructure services, colocation services, and patented Softswitch managed modem and voice services. Its Web address is www.Level3.com. The company offers information services through its subsidiaries, Software Spectrum and (i)Structure. For additional information, visit their respective Web sites at www.softwarespectrum.com and www.i-structure.com. The Level 3 logo is a registered service mark of Level 3 Communications, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Services described in this press release are provided by wholly owned subsidiaries of Level 3 Communications, Inc. Cogent Forward-Looking Statements Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. Level 3 Forward-Looking Statement Some of the statements made by Level 3 in this press release are forward-looking in nature. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Level 3 believes that its primary risk factors include, but are not limited to: developing new products and services that meet customer demands and generate acceptable margins; increasing the volume of traffic on Level 3's network; overcoming the softness in the economy given its disproportionate effect on the telecommunications industry; integrating strategic acquisitions; attracting and retaining qualified management and other personnel; successfully completing commercial testing of new technology and information systems to support new products and services, including voice transmission services; ability to meet all of the terms and conditions of our debt obligations; overcoming Software Spectrum's reliance on financial incentives, volume discounts and marketing funds from software publishers; reducing downward pressure of Software Spectrum's margins as a result of the use of volume licensing and maintenance agreements; and reducing rate of price compression on certain of the Company’s existing transport and IP services. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this release should be evaluated in light of these important factors. October 19th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS TO HOST THIRD QUARTER EARNINGS CALL ON NOVEMBER 11TH, 2005 AND FIRST ANALYST CONFERENCE ON NOVEMBER 14TH
WASHINGTON, D.C. July 25, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX-COI) will host a conference call with financial analysts at 8:30 a.m. (EST) on November 11, 2005 to discuss Cogent’s operating results for the third quarter 2005. Cogent will issue a press release announcing the operating results prior to the call on November 11, 2005. Investors and other interested parties may access a live audio webcast of the earnings call under “Events” at the Investor Relations section of Cogent’s website at www.cogentco.com. A replay of the webcast will be available on the website following the earnings call. On November 14th, Cogent will be hosting its Analyst Conference at its Washington, DC headquarters. Both industry and financial analysts are invited to attend. The senior management team of Cogent will address current and future initiatives and opportunities that exist for Cogent while providing a broad review of recent developments within each department. The event will end with a tour of Cogent's Headquarters including the Network Operations Center and Test Lab. The schedule currently includes presentations by Sales, Marketing, Network Design and Engineering, Construction, Service Provisioning and Finance plus a Senior Executive Q&A that will wrap up the event. Cogent invites all analysts interested in attending to send a request to investor.relations@cogentco.com. Seating is limited. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP recently ranked by Ovum-RHK as the largest provider of Ethernet services in the United States. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 12 countries and provides IP services in over 85 markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in existence. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### October 7th 2005 COGENT’S STANDING OFFER TO LEVEL 3: TURN THE CONNECTION BACK ON, THEN NEGOTIATE
Washington, D.C., October 7, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a Tier 1 Internet Service provider, is requesting that Level 3 turn their side of the companies’ Internet backbone peering connection back on immediately to thwart any further disruption of mutual customers’ Internet service. Once traffic is being exchanged between the two networks, Cogent will discuss the peering situation with Level 3,anytime, anywhere. Cogent’s CEO Dave Schaeffer stated, “We feel this situation can easily be resolved without more impact to the customers of either company. The seriousness of the situation has been made abundantly clear, and for the sake of Internet users, Level 3 should turn the connection back on and both parties should sit down at the table to discuss the situation.” Mr. Schaeffer went on to say, “In fact, Cogent is willing to offer Level 3 free Internet service across our network to help alleviate their financial situation while also discussing appropriate traffic ratios. Cogent feels allegations of inappropriate traffic ratios have been incorrectly articulated by Level 3. In fact, it is Level 3 who requested that Cogent send more traffic across their network since Level 3 charges by the bit, and increased traffic flow helps them financially.” “Cogent’s connection to Level 3 remains open, on and ready to accept their traffic. There is no situation that prevents them from turning on the connection other than a mindset that is willing to sacrifice customer connectivity at this specific point in time. Cogent feels that Internet users deserve better treatment while this situation is ironed out. That is why Cogent is appealing directly to Level 3 single-homed customers and offering them one year of free, dedicated Internet access to provide them with access to the full Internet, not just the Level 3 portion of it. This offer bypasses the problem, helps the customer attain full access to the Internet and eliminates the roadblock to Cogent’s portion of the Internet. Cogent has already had significant success with this offer and will continue to make it available as long as the peering connection remains turned off by Level 3.” About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is the number one provider of Ethernet services in the United States based on the number of ports in service as ranked by Ovum-RHK and is one of the fastest growing Tier 1 ISPs in the world. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to businesses and service providers in major metropolitan areas. Cogent offers services across its 30,600-mile IP network spanning 12 countries located in North America and Europe. The combination of technology, IP network architecture and unique business model has combined to help make Cogent one of the most popular solutions for reliable, cost-effective Internet service in the industry. Cogent offers several focused services that complement its On-Net Internet access service including dedicated Off-Net (T1, T3) Internet service, colocation services in 30 data centers across North America and Europe, and Layer 2 Point-to-Point services in every On-Net market. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### September 14th 2005 COGENT CEO, DAVE SCHAEFFER, TO SPEAK AT MERRIMAN CURHAN FORD & CO. INVESTOR SUMMIT 2005 IN SAN FRANCISCO
Washington, D.C., September 14, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a Tier 1 Internet Service provider, announced today that Dave Schaeffer will be speaking at the Merriman Curhan Ford & Co. Investor Summit 2005 on September 19, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. PDT. The event will be held at the Mark Hopkins InterContinental Hotel in San Francisco. Mr. Schaeffer’s presentation will be webcast and available to the public by going to: http://www.wsw.com/webcast/mcm2/coi/. There will also be a link under “Events/Presentations” on the Cogent Investor Relations website at http://www.cogentco.com/htdocs/presentations.php. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is the number one provider of Ethernet services in the United States based on the number of ports in service as ranked by Ovum-RHK and is one of the fastest growing Tier 1 ISPs in the world. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to businesses and service providers in major metropolitan areas. Cogent offers services across its 30,600-mile IP network spanning 12 countries located in North America and Europe. The combination of technology, IP network architecture and unique business model has combined to help make Cogent one of the most popular solutions for reliable, cost-effective Internet service in the industry. Cogent offers several focused services that complement its On-Net Internet access service including dedicated Off-Net (T1, T3) Internet service, colocation services in 30 data centers across North America and Europe, and Layer 2 Point-to-Point services in every On-Net market. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### August 12th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS REPORTS SECOND QUARTER RESULTS July 25th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS TO HOST SECOND QUARTER EARNINGS CALL ON AUGUST 12, 2005
WASHINGTON, D.C. July 25, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX-COI) will host a conference call with financial analysts at 8:30 a.m. (EDT) on August 12, 2005 to discuss Cogent’s operating results for the second quarter 2005. Cogent will issue a press release announcing the operating results prior to the call on August 12, 2005. Investors and other interested parties may access a live audio webcast of the earnings call under “Events” at the Investor Relations section of Cogent’s website at www.cogentco.com. A replay of the webcast will be available on the website following the earnings call. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP recently ranked by Ovum-RHK as the largest provider of Ethernet services in the United States. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 12 countries and provides IP services in over 85 markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in existence. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### July 20th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS LAUNCHES SPECIAL PRICING PROGRAM FOR CABLE COMPANIES
Washington, D.C., July 20, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a multinational Tier 1 Internet service provider, announced today that it is making a unique offer to cable companies interested in testing Cogent’s high quality Internet service without the risk of a long term commitment other providers require. Recently ranked as the largest Ethernet service provider in the United States, Cogent’s new “Zero Commit” offer will help cable companies improve margins in their consumer broadband access businesses. Cogent’s “Zero Commit” program allows the cable customer to cancel service within thirty (30) days of service initiation for any reason. The cable customer will pay only for the full first month of service charges but will be credited back any installation charges already paid. “Thanks to Cogent’s low cost structure and all-IP network architecture, you can have it both ways – low cost and high quality. Current Cogent customers enjoy this today. They tell us overwhelmingly that our price, network performance, and customer service are the attributes they most value from Cogent, “ said Reed Harrison, President and Chief Operating Officer. “We want to make it as easy as we possibly can for new customers to have the opportunity to ‘test drive’ Cogent’s price/performance.” “We see a huge opportunity in the consumer broadband market as bandwidth demands in the home explode over the next decade,” said Dave Schaeffer, CEO of Cogent Communications. “Unlike many service providers, Cogent does not compete in the consumer market, but remains focused on the enterprise market and the core of the internet – segments in which Cogent dominates as a price leader.” Cogent is eager to extend this offer based on a pattern of success this type of program has had in the past. Just 2 years ago, Cogent noticed a similar pattern of bandwidth growth among students and offered a comparable promotion to university customers. Today, Cogent serves over 400 of the top educational institutions in the country. Many of these are universities that initially tested the Cogent network with a small backup connection, then ultimately reconfigured their networks and increased bandwidth to make Cogent their primary provider based on the combination of outstanding quality and overall cost savings they could achieve. Today, Cogent serves several large cable customers in North America and Europe and expects this number to grow rapidly as the cable companies realize they can have more high quality bandwidth at a better price than any other provider can offer today. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is the number one provider of Ethernet services in the United States as ranked by Ovum-RHK and is one of the fastest growing Tier 1 ISPs in the world. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to businesses and service providers in major metropolitan areas. Cogent offers services across its 30,600-mile IP network spanning 12 countries located in North America and Europe. The combination of technology, IP network architecture and unique business model has combined to help make Cogent one of the most popular solutions for reliable, cost-effective Internet service in the industry. Cogent offers several focused services that complement its On-Net Internet access service including dedicated Off-Net (T1, T3) Internet service, colocation services in 30 data centers across North America and Europe, and Layer 2 Point-to-Point services in every On-Net market. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### July 11th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS ADDS ADDITIONAL ON-NET MARKETS WHILE EXPANDING ITS TRANSATLANTIC CAPACITY
Washington, D.C., July 11, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a multinational Tier 1 Internet service provider, announced today that it has added several new On-Net markets in North America and Europe where it can offer its high-quality IP Ethernet service to customers via direct connections to Cogent’s optical network. Markets include Baltimore, Cleveland, Portland and St. Louis in the United States. And in Europe the markets include Copenhagen (Denmark), Nuremberg (Germany), Vienna (Austria), Vigo (Spain) and Porto (Portugal). Cogent now offers its full suite of On-Net services in these markets, including Internet transit (10 - multiple 1,000 Megabits per second [Mbps]) and Layer 2 Point-to-Point connectivity (100 – multiple 1000 Mbps). Cogent typically selects new On-Net markets based on the size of the market, concentration of businesses, dark fiber availability and location. “We identified these cities for On-Net services based on bandwidth demand and repeated inquiries from prospects located in these markets,” said Dave Schaeffer, CEO of Cogent Communications. “While Cogent remains focused on increasing revenue in existing markets, these locations represent strategic opportunities to expand service to new geographic areas.” In addition, Cogent also announced a major expansion and diversification of its transatlantic capacity. The additional capacity provides more bandwidth to meet growing customer demand for Cogent’s services. The additional diversity resulting from three completely independent transatlantic routes from three different suppliers adds an increased layer of reliability to Cogent’s already robust network performance. With the addition of the new capacity, Cogent’s transatlantic capacity now includes an OC-192 (10 Gigabits) between New York and Madrid, an OC-192 between Boston and London, and OC-48 (2.488 Gigabits) between Washington, D.C. and Frankfurt. “Thanks to growth in traffic from both new customers and existing customers, as well as our broad set of peering connections in both North America and Europe, Cogent’s transatlantic internet traffic is growing rapidly,” said Reed Harrison, President and Chief Operating Officer of Cogent Communications. “While we are announcing today that we now have 22.5 Gigabits per second of transatlantic capacity, we are already in active discussions with potential suppliers about further success-based capacity expansions needed for the traffic growth trajectory we are seeing between our networks in North America and Europe.” About Cogent Communications: Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is the number one provider of Ethernet services in the United States as ranked by Ovum-RHK and is one of the fastest growing Tier 1 ISPs in the world. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to businesses and service providers in major metropolitan areas. Cogent offers services across its 30,600-mile IP network spanning 12 countries located in North America and Europe. The combination of technology, IP network architecture and unique business model has combined to help make Cogent one of the most popular solutions for reliable, cost-effective Internet service in the industry. Cogent offers several focused services that complement its On-Net Internet access service including dedicated Off-Net (T1, T3) Internet service, colocation services in 30 colocation facilities across North America and Europe, and Layer 2 Point-to-Point services in every On-Net market. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### July 6th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS RANKED BY OVUM-RHK AS THE LARGEST ETHERNET SERVICE PROVIDER IN THE UNITED STATES
Washington, D.C., July 6, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a leading Tier 1 Internet service provider, announced today that Ovum-RHK has reported Cogent as the largest provider of Ethernet services in United States based on the number of ports in service. According to RHK’s research, Cogent ranked as the third largest revenue producer from Ethernet services as well. Furthermore, Ovum-RHK’s Brian Van Steen stated in the report, “In the United States, Cogent is the leading service provider from a port perspective, but its focus on price leadership for 100 Mbps Ethernet-based Internet access ($1,000 per month [for corporate customers]) means that it is not the revenue leader.” “Cogent’s network design and focus on IP services enable Cogent to operate at substantially less cost than traditional networks that carry a combination of voice and data. Rather than advertise a discount to the market, Cogent passes a majority of the savings onto customers in the form of our very affordable everyday pricing,” said Dave Schaeffer, CEO Cogent Communications. “Cogent recently conducted a survey of 4,000 U.S. customers, and we found the number one thing our customers value most is our pricing, followed very closely by the quality of service we provide. “ In terms of ports in service, Cogent was listed ahead of other Ethernet providers including AT&T, BellSouth, MCI, SBC, Time Warner Telecom, Verizon, and XO. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a next generation, multinational, Tier 1 ISP. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to businesses and service providers in major metropolitan areas. Cogent offers services across its 30,600-mile IP network spanning 12 countries in North America and Europe. Cogent is one of the fastest growing ISPs in the industry due to the combination of technology, IP network architecture and a unique business model that provides customers with unprecedented value. In addition to On-Net Internet access service, Cogent also offers dedicated Off-Net (T1, T3) Internet service, collocation services in 30 data centers in North America and Europe, and Layer 2 Point-to-Point services in every On-Net market. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### June 14th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS GROUP, INC. SELLS $69 MILLION OF STOCK
WASHINGTON, D.C. June 14, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (Amex: COI) today announced that the underwriters of its public offering of 10,000,000 shares of common stock had exercised their option to purchase an additional 1,500,000 shares of stock. The stock was sold to the public at $6.00 per share on June 7, 2005. The stock was sold for $69 million. Cogent will receive net proceeds from the offering of approximately $65 million. The closing price of Cogent’s common stock on June 14, 2005 was $7.04 per share. The net proceeds will be used to repay $27 million of Cogent’s debt, fund the expansion of its sales and marketing efforts, to connect additional buildings to its network, primarily in Europe, and for general corporate purposes. About Cogent Communications Group, Inc. Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP that specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans over 11 countries and provides IP services in markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has exploited the benefits that IP technology provides, building a network that enables Cogent to offer large, dedicated bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through the ability to control service delivery and network monitoring end-to-end. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### June 7th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS GROUP, INC. ANNOUNCES PRICING OF COMMON STOCK OFFERING
WASHINGTON, D.C. [June 7, 2005]
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), today announced that it has agreed to sell 10,000,000 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $6.00 per share in a previously announced underwritten public offering. Lehman Brothers is acting as the sole book-running manager, Thomas Weisel Partners is acting as co-lead manager and CIBC World Markets and Friedman Billings Ramsey are acting as co-managers. Copies of the prospectus related to this offering can be obtained from: Lehman Brothers Inc. c/o ADP Financial Services Prospectus Fulfillment 1155 Long Island Avenue Edgewood, NY 11717 Thomas Weisel Partners LLC One Montgomery Tower One Montgomery Street San Francisco, CA 94104 CIBC World Markets USE Prospectus 622 3rd Avenue, 9th Floor New York, NY 10017 Fax: 212-667-6303 useprospectus@us.cibc.com Friedman Billings Ramsey 1001 Nineteenth Street North Arlington, VA 22209 About Cogent Communications Group, Inc. Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP that specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans over 11 countries and provides IP services in markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has exploited the benefits that IP technology provides, building a network that enables Cogent to offer large, dedicated bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through the ability to control service delivery and network monitoring end-to-end. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### May 23rd 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS GROUP, INC. ANNOUNCES PROPOSED COMMON STOCK OFFERING
WASHINGTON, D.C. [May 23, 2005]
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), today announced that it intends to raise $75 million through the sale of shares of common stock in an underwritten public offering. The underwriters will have an option to purchase up to an additional 15% of the shares offered to cover over-allotments, if any. Lehman Brothers is acting as the sole book-running manager, Thomas Weisel Partners is acting as co-lead manager and CIBC World Markets and Friedman Billings Ramsey are acting as co-managers. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state. A registration statement relating to these securities has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission but has not yet become effective. These securities may not be sold nor offers to buy be accepted prior to the time the registration statement becomes effective. Copies of the prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus can be obtained from: Lehman Brothers Inc. c/o ADP Financial Services Prospectus Fulfillment 1155 Long Island Avenue Edgewood, NY 11717 Thomas Weisel Partners LLC One Montgomery Tower One Montgomery Street San Francisco, CA 94104 CIBC World Markets USE Prospectus 622 3rd Avenue, 9th Floor New York, NY 10017 Fax: 212-667-6303 useprospectus@us.cibc.com Friedman Billings Ramsey 1001 Nineteenth Street North Arlington, VA 22209 About Cogent Communications Group, Inc. Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP that specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 11 countries and provides IP services in markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has exploited the benefits that IP technology provides, building a network that enables Cogent to offer large, dedicated bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through the ability to control service delivery and network monitoring end-to-end. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### March 22nd 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS ANNOUNCES EFFECTIVE DATE FOR 1-FOR-20 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT
Washington, D.C. [March 22, 2005]
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a leading facilities-based provider of low-cost, high speed Internet access and Internet Protocol Communications services, has announced that its previously announced 1-for-20 reverse stock split of all outstanding shares of the company’s common stock will be effected as of the start of trading on March 24, 2005. At that time each previously outstanding 20 shares of common stock will be combined into 1 share of common stock. No fractional shares will be issued and stockholders will receive cash in lieu of fractional shares. After the reverse stock split the company will have approximately 32.4 million outstanding shares of its common stock. At market close on March 22, 2005 Cogent’s common stock price was $.65 per share and approximately 648 million common shares were outstanding yielding a market capitalization of $421 million. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP that specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 11 countries and provides IP services in markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has exploited the benefits that IP technology provides, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in existence. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through the ability to control service delivery and network monitoring end-to-end. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### February 18th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS ANNOUNCES 1-FOR-20 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT
WASHINGTON, D.C. [February 18, 2005]
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a leading facilities-based provider of low-cost, high speed Internet access and Internet Protocol Communications services, has announced that its board of directors has approved a 1-for-20 reverse stock split of all outstanding shares of the company’s common stock, par value $0.001 per share. This reverse stock split follows the conversion of all shares of the company’s preferred stock to shares of common stock. After the reverse stock split, the company will have approximately 32.4 million outstanding shares of its common stock. The company has filed a preliminary Information Statement on Form 14C with the Securities and Exchange Commission regarding the reverse stock split. The split will be effected after the Information Statement has been mailed to the company’s stockholders and the applicable waiting period has expired. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP that specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 11 countries and provides IP services in markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has exploited the benefits that IP technology provides, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in existence. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through the ability to control service delivery and network monitoring end-to-end. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### February 15th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS COMPLETES CONVERSION OF PREFERRED SHARES INTO COMMON SHARES
WASHINGTON, D.C. February 15, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a leading facilities-based provider of low-cost, high speed Internet access and Internet Protocol Communications services, announced today that all shares of its preferred stock have been converted into shares of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share, pursuant to that certain conversion and lock-up letter agreement dated February 9, 2005, entered into by and among the company and certain of its stockholders, a form of which is attached to the company’s Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission today. Upon the conversion, the company has approximately 648 million shares of common stock issued and outstanding. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP that specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 11 countries and provides IP services in markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has exploited the benefits that IP technology provides, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in existence. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through the ability to control service delivery and network monitoring end-to-end. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### February 15th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS TO START PROVIDING EARNINGS GUIDANCE
WASHINGTON, D.C. February 15, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a leading facilities-based provider of low-cost, high speed Internet access and Internet Protocol Communications services, today announced that it is initiating scheduled quarterly issuances of earnings releases, beginning with the first fiscal quarter of 2005. Each quarterly press release will discuss the company’s earnings and other financial data for the recently completed quarter and will include guidance for future periods. Such guidance will supplement existing guidance and be based on management’s assumptions regarding future prospects and as such, is subject to certain risks and uncertainties, all of which are discussed in greater detail in our registration statement filed on Form S-1. The first earnings release is currently scheduled to be issued on May 11. In addition to the scheduled press releases, Cogent will be instituting regular conference calls to discuss its earnings. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP that specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 11 countries and provides IP services in markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has exploited the benefits that IP technology provides, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in existence. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through the ability to control service delivery and network monitoring end-to-end. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### February 14th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS FILES REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC OFFERING
WASHINGTON, D.C. February 14, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), a leading facilities-based provider of low-cost, high speed Internet access and Internet Protocol Communications services today announced that it filed a registration statement on Form S-1 relating to its sale of up to $86.3 million of its common stock in an underwritten public offering. Lehman Brothers is acting as bookrunner in the transaction. A registration statement relating to these securities has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission but has not yet become effective. These securities may not be sold nor may offers to buy be accepted prior to the time the registration statement becomes effective. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state. This offering will only be made by means of a prospectus. When available, a copy of the prospectus concerning the offering may be obtained from Lehman Brothers Inc., c/o ADP Financial Services, Integrated Distribution Services, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, N.Y. 11717, Phone: (631)-254-7106. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP that specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 11 countries and provides IP services in markets located in North America and Europe. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### February 7th 2005 COGENT EXTENDS NETWORK CONNECTIVITY IN LONDON
London, February 7, 2005
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (AMEX: COI), one of the fastest growing multinational Tier 1 Internet service providers, today announced that it has established a presence in one of Redbus Interhouse (UK) Limited’s London colocation facilities. Redbus Interhouse is one of Europe’s most advanced, independent colocation and data centre service providers. Maximizing Cogent’s reach to service-provider customers in London is extremely important to Cogent’s international expansion plans. By building a presence in Redbus Interhouse’s data centre, Cogent can reach new customers through quick and cost effective cross connects. This additional London presence affords Cogent the opportunity to expand sales of its extensive portfolio of highly reliable, competitively priced Tier 1 products and services, including Internet transit services and IP (Internet Protocol) Transport products such as VPNs (Virtual Private Networks). “Cogent has rapidly entered the European market and is generating a significant amount of interest in the market by offering reliable bandwidth at highly competitive price points,” said Simon Neal, UK Country Manager, Redbus Interhouse (UK) Ltd. “We wish Cogent well in their drive to become one of the top providers of Internet access in Europe and look forward to forging a long-term relationship in our state-of-the-art facilities.” Cogent’s network spans 49,000 kilometers in over 85 markets in 11 countries throughout Europe and North America. Cogent continues to focus on adding customers and revenue to the network, to make it even more competitive and efficient. “Historically, Cogent has gained good acceptance in colocation facilities, signing up to 50% of customers at third party facilities. Looking at the high quality of Redbus Interhouse’s customers and the value that Redbus Interhouse delivers, this has all the makings of a very successful relationship for Cogent,” said Dave Schaeffer, CEO of Cogent Communications. Cogent sought a location with a state-of-the-art data centre and a proven reputation with other carriers. Cogent selected Redbus Interhouse’s colocation facility based on their reputation for reliability and their technical expertise. Cogent has quickly established a significant presence throughout Europe through the completion of several critical acquisitions, including LambdaNet France and Spain and Global Access in Germany. Cogent has also generated organic growth through sales by offering its high quality Internet and data services at prices that Cogent believes are among the lowest offered in Europe. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a next generation, multinational, Tier 1 ISP. Its facilities based, all-optical network delivers ultra-high speed Internet access and transport services to business and service providers in major metropolitan areas across North America and Europe. Since opening its doors in 1999, Cogent’s elusive combination of high quality, reliable, low cost bandwidth and superior customer support have enabled Cogent to become one of the fastest growing ISPs in the industry. Cogent was recently ranked as the fastest growing company in 2004 in the Washington, DC area by the Washington Business journal. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at 1 (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. About Redbus Interhouse Redbus Interhouse (www.interhouse.net) is Europe's most advanced independent colocation company. For business-critical online, data or telecom applications, Redbus Interhouse offers versatile, cost-effective and secure housing facilities backed-up by state-of-the-art infrastructure and 24/7 engineering and facilities support. Redbus Interhouse offers business resilience services within its own independent colocation facilities in Europe's key business centres allowing its customers to rapidly access markets across Europe without losing focus on their core businesses. The enterprise has data centres in London, Paris, Milan, Frankfurt and Amsterdam. Its independence gives customer’s freedom of choice from a wide range of telecommunication providers, Internet Service Providers and Content Providers. Its continued sales success combined with a strong balance sheet, means that Redbus Interhouse enjoys a leading position in this marketplace. In June 04, Redbus Interhouse plc demonstrated its high level of competence in information security management by having the first collocation independent data centre in Europe to be awarded with the BS7799 accreditation, the ultimate benchmark for information security. . # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s filings with the SEC. ### January 27th 2005 COGENT COMMUNICATIONS ANNOUNCES CONVERSION OF PREFERRED SHARES INTO COMMON SHARES
WASHINGTON, D.C. [January 27, 2005]
Cogent Communications Group, Inc. (Amex: COI) announced today that its preferred stockholders have agreed in principal to convert all of the outstanding shares of Cogent’s convertible preferred stock into common stock. The agreement is subject to regulatory approval, completion of internal review by the parties, and execution of the agreement. Upon conversion of the preferred stock, Cogent outstanding common shares will increase to approximately 650 million shares from the 17 million current outstanding common shares. The conversion of the preferred stock will eliminate the preferred stockholders’ right to receive a preferential distribution of approximately $292 million in any sale or liquidation of the Company. In connection with the conversion, the holders of preferred stock plan to enter into an agreement to restrict the selling of the common stock held by such preferred stockholders for six months. The lock-up agreement could be terminated early in the event of an underwritten public offering of Cogent’s stock or upon the agreement of the Company and all of the stockholders party to the agreement. Under the agreement, the stockholders would sell no more than 0.33% of Cogent’s outstanding common stock, i.e. approximately 2 million shares, in any one-month period for a total of 2% (approximately 13 million shares) over the six-month lock-up period. The Company said that the conversion will result in a simpler and more transparent equity structure, with a single class of outstanding Cogent shares. Following execution of the agreement the conversion will occur upon the expiration of the waiting period under the U.S. Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act. The company expects that the agreement to convert will be fully executed by February 4, 2005 and that Hart-Scott-Rodino clearance will be received in 4-6 weeks thereafter. About Cogent Communications Cogent Communications (AMEX: COI) is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP that specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and point-to-point transport services. Cogent’s facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone spans 11 countries and provides IP services in over 85 markets located in North America and Europe. Since Cogent’s inception, Cogent has exploited the benefits that IP technology provides, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in existence. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Network ownership also enables Cogent to offer superior customer support through the ability to control service delivery and network monitoring end-to-end. Cogent Communications is headquartered at 1015 31st Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent Communications can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com. # # # Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Group, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent’s registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC. ### |
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