Conexon Connect adds sixth Florida FTTH build with Gulf Coast co-op
Conexon Connect has partnered with Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative to launch a fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network delivering multigigabit internet speeds to underserved communities on Florida’s Gulf Coast. This project is Conexon Connect's sixth FTTH network collaboration with Florida cooperatives and expands their reach to connect rural homes and businesses.
Key Takeaways
- Conexon Connect and Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative are teaming up on a fiber-to-the-home network in northwest Florida.
- The new build targets underserved communities on Florida’s Gulf Coast with multigigabit internet speeds.
- Randy Klindt called the project another step in expanding Conexon Connect’s fiber-first infrastructure strategy.
- John Bartley said the network will support work, education and healthcare for cooperative members.
- The project is Conexon Connect’s sixth FTTH network with Florida cooperatives, according to the company.
Why It Matters
This is a concrete rural broadband expansion, with Conexon Connect extending FTTH to Gulf Coast communities that have lacked high-speed service. The partnership model also matters: the company is using electric cooperatives as its main delivery channel, and this Florida project becomes its sixth such network in the state. Beyond access, the article says the build will improve smart grid capabilities and storm resilience for the electric infrastructure. The next item to watch is the pace of deployment on this Gulf Coast project, since the article gives no construction timeline or subscriber target.
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