SHIKANOKO NETWORKS

“RIPE NCC LIR sponsorship, IPv4 /24 leasing, and IPv6 PA /48 resource services, subject to policy, availability, and written scope.”

Questions & answers

What is Shikanoko Networks?

“Shikanoko Networks provides an ASN sponsorship path plus IPv4 leasing and IPv6 resource services without requiring a direct RIPE NCC membership. We act as your Local Internet Registry (LIR) sponsor and handle the applicable application or service process on your behalf.”

Who needs an ASN?

“A network operator may need an ASN when it operates a distinct external routing policy, connects to multiple upstream networks, or participates in BGP peering. Having an ASN does not by itself make an accompanying PA prefix provider-independent.”

Do I need to be a RIPE NCC member?

“No. SKNK is the RIPE NCC member and acts as your sponsoring LIR; you remain a sponsored End User. RIPE NCC therefore does not bill you a direct LIR membership fee. Your ASN and the SKNK PA /48 have different ownership and portability rules, explained on our Resource Lifecycle page.”

How is AS-SET handled?

“AS-SET work follows the customer's or designated routing provider's need and the available maintainer authorisation. The applicable scope is written into the Order.”

How is IP reputation reviewed?

“We review the candidate resource at application time, record the source and review date, and agree the abuse contact path for the active term. Later reputation reflects actual use and third-party list updates.”

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Entity ID
urn:readyscan:entity:shikanoko-networks-q141209696
Material fingerprint
fnv1a64:aa17d471b8e7cfb2
Entity revision
fnv1a64:9ec31c66067adab0
Published
2026-10-27
Modified
2026-10-27
Source summary
Shikanoko Networks: “RIPE NCC LIR sponsorship, IPv4 /24 leasing, and IPv6 PA /48 resource services, subject to policy, availability, and written scope.”