EASTERN Communications has partnered with ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) Philippines and AMS-IX, a worldwide peering hub, to assist establish secure links to international data networks, the corporate said on Thursday.
In an announcement, Eastern Communications said the partnership will help strengthen the country’s enterprises by establishing connectivity and expanded access to global web protocol (IP) traffic.
The corporate recently announced plans to expand its footprint and services across the country.
For the 12 months, the telecommunications company has put aside P1.15 billion for its capital expenditure (capex) budget to fund its expansion plans.
The corporate said previously that almost all of its capex could be used to strengthen the corporate’s network while also growing its enterprise product offerings.
The corporate identified Iloilo, Davao, Bohol, Boracay, Cagayan de Oro, Bacolod, and Dumaguete as potential sites and business hubs to expand its overall footprint.
In 2023, Eastern Communications increased its fiber network to over 9,760 kilometers with a complete of 180 nodes in 42 business cities nationwide. — Ashley Erika O. Jose
