12 THE INCOMPAS SHOW I OCTOBER 20 - 22, 2024 www.bekabusinessmedia.com DAY 1 DAY 2 Metronet Brings Fiber-Optic Internet to Grand Haven, Ind. Ziply Fiber Rolls Out New Colocation Services Segra Expands Market Reach with Strategic Acquisition of Everstream’s All-Fiber Network in St. Louis Metro Recognized as the nation’s fastest major ISP by PCMag two years in a row, Metronet announced its plans to transform the digital landscape of Grand Haven, Ind., by bringing 100% fiber-optic internet to the area. Through its nearly $5 million privately funded investment, Metronet will add Grand Haven to its growing network in Michigan with access to fast, reliable fiber-optic internet with speeds up to five gigabits for homes and 10 gigabits and faster to businesses. Metronet’s construction plan is set to begin shortly, with the first customers expected to be connected by next summer. “Metronet is proud to welcome Grand Haven to our growing Michigan network as we prepare to build fiber-optic infrastructure across the community – underscoring our dedication to increasing internet options for residents and businesses,” said Jill Cordes, Metronet’s vice president. “We have seen firsthand how access to fast, reliable internet makes life that much easier, and we can’t wait for Grand Haven to experience the Metronet difference.” Recognized as the country’s “Fastest Major ISP” by PCMag in 2023 and 2024, Metronet will equip Grand Haven residents and businesses with the fastest, 100% fiber-optic multi-gigabit speeds. An all-fiber network enables symmetrical internet speeds, meaning that upload speeds are as fast as download speeds. Once construction begins, Grand Haven residents will see Metronet trucks in the area. Residents will receive communication by mail about construction activity in their neighborhood 30 days before the start date. Additional notifications, such as yard signs, will also inform residents of upcoming construction. Metronet crews will be identifiable by ID tags and branded vehicles. Metronet plans to hire local market management positions, sales and customer service professionals, and service technicians to support the Grand Haven area. Those interested in joining the Metronet team can visit metronet. com/careers to search for available positions and to submit applications. Metronet currently serves dozens of communities throughout Michigan including East Lansing, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo and Lansing. p Metronet is available in Meeting Lounge 202 Ziply Fiber launched its colocation services across more than 200 secure facilities across Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. With Ziply Fiber’s new leasable colocation offerings, businesses of all sizes will have the security, reliability, redundancy and compliance they need, all in one cost-effective solution for housing their network servers and critical infrastructure. In essence, Ziply Fiber has created an alternative to often inconveniently located data centers at a fraction of the cost. Colocation serves as a secure solution and economic alternative for businesses supporting mission-critical applications and data. It addresses the need for low latency, reliability and robust security measures without requiring the extensive financial resources from businesses to construct and maintain their own data center facility with round-the-clock infrastructure, generator and HVAC monitoring and support. Ziply Fiber’s colocation services allow customers to own and retain control over the design and usage of their equipment, while overseeing daily management. “The necessity for strategic colocation has never been more important due to the rise of data usage through emerging technologies like artificial intelligence,” said Chris Gellos, Ziply Fiber’s general manager of Commercial Services. “With our strategically located facilities, Ziply Fiber offers alternatives to expensive data centers, providing essential amenities and scalability, saving businesses time and money while ensuring uninterrupted operations and compliance with industry standards.” Colocation with Ziply Fiber provides access to top-tier facilities for a fixed monthly fee, eliminating the need for capital investment in infrastructure and personnel. Ziply Fiber’s colocation facilities also ensure a secure environment with round-the-clock monitoring and advanced security measures. What’s more, the company’s colocation services feature redundant systems for air conditioning, power, network infrastructure and technical resources, ensuring business continuity. And as Ziply Fiber is compliant with data center requirements for PCI and HIPAA, choosing colocation can make it significantly easier to comply by allowing auditors to review certifications for the data center. p To meet the Ziply Fiber team, stop by Meeting Lounge 217. Segra recently expanded its market reach by acquiring Everstream’s all-fiber network in the St. Louis metropolitan area. This strategic move advances Segra’s ongoing efforts to improve service options to its customers by adding nearly 1,000 route miles to its national network. The new footprint will be connected to Segra’s Southeast and Midwest networks, bringing greater capacity, state-of-the-art fiber connectivity and customer focused technology solutions to a broader market. “This acquisition represents a key milestone in Segra’s strategy to bring competitive options to more customers,” said Segra CEO Kevin Anderson. “By acquiring Everstream’s St. Louis assets, Segra broadens the reach of our best-in-class fiber network into a new market, and also reaffirms our commitment to delivering a white-glove customer service experience, greater network capacity, and innovative technology solutions to our customers. We are thrilled to welcome Everstream’s St. Louis-based employees and customers to the Segra family.” Segra is committed to ensuring a smooth transition for customers, who will immediately gain access to its national service footprint and customer service offerings. Segra’s network features the latest advances in IP, Ethernet and dark fiber architectures, as well as a suite of other services. This acquisition follows Segra’s recent integration with Unite Private Networks (UPN). Segra was acquired by Cox Communications in 2021 and merged with UPN in July 2023. The combined strengths of both Segra and UPN are already paving the way for enhanced service offerings across the U.S. “Cox is committed to serving our business customers with comprehensive technology solutions, from fiber networks connecting their locations to managed IT and cloud solutions,” said Mark Greatrex, president of Cox Communications. “By acquiring more fiber miles in new markets, we extend our ability to power customers’ innovative operations and fuel their future growth.” p Visit Segra this week at Plaza Court 7.
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