Tillman FiberCo, LLC, a leading provider of fiber optic broadband infrastructure, has announced a significant expansion of its 100% Fiber-to-the-Premise (FTTP) network in Florida. The expansion aims to cater to the growing demand for high-speed internet access in various regions across the state, including Tampa Bay, Panhandle, South and Southwest Florida, and several major cities like St. Petersburg, Fort Myers, Naples, Pensacola, Miami, Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, and Kissimmee.
In collaboration with a tier-one U.S. mobile operator, Tillman Fiber is set to deliver symmetrical gigabit broadband internet access and services to residential customers. The move comes at a time when digital connectivity plays a crucial role in the advancement of technology.
Ken Dixon, CEO of Tillman Fiber, highlighted the significance of next-generation infrastructure in meeting the evolving technological needs. He stated, “Our expertise in fiber optics, coupled with our strategic partnership with a tier-one U.S. mobile operator and substantial financial backing, positions Tillman Fiber to provide high-speed internet to communities in Florida and beyond. We are confident in the long-term value our innovative broadband services will offer customers.”
To ensure efficient network management and deliver multi-gigabit symmetrical services, Tillman Fiber is deploying Nokia’s 10 Gigabit XGS-PON with Altiplano SDAN controller. Additionally, end-users will benefit from gigabit speeds throughout their homes with Nokia’s Cloud-optimized mesh Wi-Fi 6 solution powered by Corteca.
Tillman Fiber is a part of the Tillman Global Holdings portfolio, founded by Sanjiv Ahuja. The portfolio invests in, owns, and operates telecommunications and energy infrastructure businesses in both developed and emerging markets.
The expansion of Tillman Fiber’s network underscores the company’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and providing reliable high-speed internet access to communities across Florida. With technological advancements driving the need for faster and more robust connectivity, initiatives like this are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital infrastructure in the region and beyond.
