More Alaskans Get High-Speed Internet With Alaska Communications Network Expansion
Alaska Communications is expanding its network to provide high-speed internet across Alaska, offering speeds up to 300Mbps in Juneau and Soldotna. The company is implementing fiber-fed fixed wireless technology and building a future-proof fiber network. Since 2017, they've connected nearly 30,000 unserved locations through the CAF II program. The company is also partnering in the Alaska FiberOptic Project to connect 15 villages with Gigabit speeds, with construction already begun in several communities along the Dalton/Elliot Highway. Services start at $84.99/month with professional installation.
Alaska Communications sta espandendo la sua rete per fornire internet ad alta velocità in tutta l'Alaska, offrendo velocità fino a 300Mbps a Juneau e Soldotna. L'azienda sta implementando una tecnologia wireless fissa alimentata da fibra e costruendo una rete in fibra a prova di futuro. Dal 2017, hanno connesso quasi 30.000 località non servite attraverso il programma CAF II. L'azienda sta anche collaborando al Progetto Fibra Ottica Alaska per connettere 15 villaggi con velocità Gigabit, con la costruzione già iniziata in diverse comunità lungo l'autostrada Dalton/Elliot. I servizi partono da $84.99/mese con installazione professionale.
Alaska Communications está expandiendo su red para proporcionar internet de alta velocidad en toda Alaska, ofreciendo velocidades de hasta 300Mbps en Juneau y Soldotna. La compañía está implementando tecnología inalámbrica fija alimentada por fibra y construyendo una red de fibra a prueba de futuro. Desde 2017, han conectado casi 30,000 ubicaciones desatendidas a través del programa CAF II. La compañía también se está asociando en el Proyecto de Fibra Óptica de Alaska para conectar 15 aldeas con velocidades Gigabit, con la construcción ya comenzada en varias comunidades a lo largo de la carretera Dalton/Elliot. Los servicios comienzan en $84.99/mes con instalación profesional.
알래스카 커뮤니케이션즈는 알래스카 전역에 고속 인터넷을 제공하기 위해 네트워크를 확장하고 있으며, 준에우 및 솔돗나에서 300Mbps의 속도를 제공합니다. 이 회사는 광섬유 기반의 고정 무선 기술을 구현하고 미래를 대비한 광섬유 네트워크를 구축하고 있습니다. 2017년 이후로, 그들은 CAF II 프로그램을 통해 거의 30,000개의 서비스 미제공 위치를 연결했습니다. 이 회사는 또한 15개 마을을 기가비트 속도로 연결하기 위한 알래스카 광섬유 프로젝트에 파트너십을 맺었으며, 달튼/엘리엇 고속도로를 따라 여러 커뮤니티에서 이미 건설이 시작되었습니다. 서비스는 전문 설치와 함께 월 $84.99부터 시작합니다.
Alaska Communications étend son réseau pour fournir un Internet haut débit à travers l'Alaska, offrant des vitesses allant jusqu'à 300Mbps à Juneau et Soldotna. L'entreprise met en œuvre une technologie sans fil fixe alimentée par fibre et construit un réseau en fibre résistant pour l'avenir. Depuis 2017, ils ont connecté près de 30 000 lieux non desservis grâce au programme CAF II. L'entreprise s'associe également au Projet en fibre optique de l'Alaska pour connecter 15 villages avec des vitesses Gigabit, la construction ayant déjà commencé dans plusieurs communautés le long de l'autoroute Dalton/Elliot. Les services commencent à 84,99 $/mois avec installation professionnelle.
Alaska Communications erweitert sein Netzwerk, um Hochgeschwindigkeitsinternet in ganz Alaska bereitzustellen, mit Geschwindigkeiten von bis zu 300Mbps in Juneau und Soldotna. Das Unternehmen implementiert eine fiber-gestützte Festnetz-Wireless-Technologie und baut ein zukunftssicheres Glasfasernetzwerk auf. Seit 2017 haben sie fast 30.000 unversorgte Standorte im Rahmen des CAF II-Programms angeschlossen. Das Unternehmen arbeitet auch im Alaska FiberOptic Project zusammen, um 15 Dörfer mit Gigabit-Geschwindigkeiten zu verbinden, wobei der Bau bereits in mehreren Gemeinden entlang der Dalton/Elliot Highway begonnen hat. Die Dienste beginnen bei 84,99 $/Monat mit professioneller Installation.
- Network expansion to provide high-speed internet up to 300Mbps
- Successfully connected 30,000 previously unserved locations since 2017
- Secured funding to connect 15 villages with Gigabit speeds
- Implementation of future-proof fiber network infrastructure
- None.
Insights
The network expansion by Alaska Communications represents incremental progress in their infrastructure development but lacks significant immediate financial impact. While extending 300Mbps service to Juneau and Soldotna and participating in rural connectivity projects through the Alaska FiberOptic Project, the announcement doesn't include specific revenue projections or substantial new contract values.
The company's strategic focus on fiber deployment and fixed wireless solutions, coupled with their CAF II program achievements (connecting 30,000 locations since 2017), demonstrates steady execution of their long-term growth strategy. The
The partnership with MTA for workforce development through NECA/IBEW training programs indicates preparation for sustained infrastructure expansion, but this is a long-term initiative without immediate financial implications.
Alaska Communications technician, Travis, delivers broadband service to a customer’s home in
Fast local service, delivered by locals
“We hear from customers across the state that they want reliable, unlimited internet from Alaska Communications. We’re taking steps to bring that service to more places,” said Drew Stevenson, senior management consultant at Alaska Communications. “This month, we’re enhancing service in
“By partnering with a next-generation fixed wireless provider, we’re able to deliver fiber grade, low latency speeds up to 300Mbps, perfect for families with multiple users and for today’s essential tasks like video calls and online learning,” said Stevenson.
Starting at just
“Fiber is the gold standard, but we’re always focused on using the right technologies, like fiber fed fixed wireless, which can be better for certain areas,” said Stevenson. “We’re excited to give Alaskans more options for connecting their homes and businesses.”
Building the network of the future
With the future in mind, we’re focusing on building a fiber network that will withstand the test of time and serve Alaskans for decades to come.
“Fiber is often referred to as future proof because it has the capacity to handle speeds in the 100s of Gigabits,” said Stevenson. “Of course, residents don’t need those speeds today, but our fiber network is able to grow with Alaskans’ needs.”
Utilizing high-cost support to strengthen communities
Since 2017, we’ve deployed high-speed internet to close to 30,000 unserved or underserved locations through the CAF II program. These communities include
Bridging the digital divide in Tribal communities
We’re a proud partner in the Alaska FiberOptic Project, a collaboration to transform connectivity across rural
So far, funding has been secured to connect 15 villages with Gigabit speeds. Terrestrial construction began this summer along the Dalton/Elliot Highway and in the communities of
“Access to affordable, reliable internet is a critical need in our lives today,” said Stevenson. “From accessing cloud-based medical records or visiting a medical specialist via Telehealth from the comfort of your home, to taking online classes or starting your own e-commerce business, connectivity has quickly transformed from a want to need. We’re honored to work with our Tribal partners to enable these opportunities.”
Getting connected
Alaskans can see the options available at their location by visiting order.alaskacommunications.com.
Join the broadband movement
If the projects described here sound exciting, you may be in luck. We’ve teamed up with fellow service provider Matanuska Telecom Association (MTA) to bring awareness to the world-class training programs offered through NECA/IBEW’s Alaska Joint Electrical Apprenticeship and Training Trust.
“We aim to boost interest in the training program to grow the number of highly skilled professionals in the trade, which will directly improve lives in our communities through both high-paying jobs for Alaskans and the skilled workforce needed to connect our communities now and into the future,” said Stevenson.
About Alaska Communications
Alaska Communications, an affiliate of ATN International, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATNI), is the leading provider of mission and life-critical communications infrastructure in
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