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Movistar Chile announces the activation of its 5G network coverage to regional and provincial capitals . In addition , 199 hospitals and various public buildings will be added during the next 24 months .
Movistar Chile was awarded five 10 MHz blocks in the 5G tender , adding a total of 50 MHz under the 3.5 GHz band for the development of this technology .
Roberto Muñoz , a leading executive at Movistar Chile , said : “ Thanks to connectivity , the digital gap has been narrowing and the benefits of digitization are expanding more and more .
“ For this reason , at Movistar we continue to strengthen the largest fiber optic network in Chile , which is steadily expanding throughout the national territory .
Chile is on course to have a 5G presence in 16 regions of the country , according to Movistar Chile .
One of the company ’ s projects aims to turn on more than 1,500 Movistar 5G mobile sites throughout Chile , providing
“ And now we take a new leap , hand in hand with the most modern mobile network in the world , 5G , which will bring great new benefits to people , homes and industries .
“ Thus , we continue to reinforce our commitment to the digital development of the country , by turning on the Movistar 5G network , which by March 2022 will be present in all regions of Chile .”
GigNet installs high-speed Internet service for MERA Corporation
GigNet , a digital infrastructure company with an extensive regional fiber optic broadband network , has announced it has entered an agreement with MERA Corporation to install a private high-speed Internet and Wi-Fi network connecting MERA ’ s Corporate Cancun offices to its 18 airport terminals .
MERA Corporation is a private multinational company focused on concessions for food and beverages within airports and cruise ports .
“ MERA Corporation actively seeks operations in the industry of food and beverages where we can add value and increase income . We are operators , concept developers , franchise partners , strategic allies and restaurant owners ,” said Rafael Aguirre , President of MERA Corporation .
“ High speed data access and efficient communication is a requirement to keep at the forefront of our business . GigNet is a perfect fit to connect our headquarters operations because they understand what it means for our business to have reliable highspeed Internet .”
Mark Carney , President of GigNet Mexico , said : “ We will be supplying our GigNet enterprise solutions , enabling simultaneous use of cloud and streaming applications that will not only enhance MERA ’ s already superior customer service , but will also improve communication , automation and the decision-making process for the group ’ s corporate management team .
“ With this expanded relationship we look forward to partnering in their growth and continued success as MERA continues to lead the global travel industry .”
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