STL partners with TruVista to boost rural connectivity in South Carolina

STL [NSE: STLTECH], a global leader in optical and digital solutions, has teamed up with TruVista, a 125-year-old broadband services provider, to revolutionize South Carolina’s rural connectivity infrastructure. Both companies are committed to building fiber networks in South Carolina for the state’s residents. The partnership is a significant milestone in expanding reliable, high-speed internet across rural areas, enabling 1 Gbps speeds for residents and businesses.

Multi-Million Dollar Investments in Fiber Optic Technology

STL and TruVista are pouring significant investments into the state. STL recently opened a state-of-the-art fiber optic technology manufacturing facility in Lugoff, South Carolina. The facility features advanced automation, setting a new standard for fiber optic technology. TruVista is contributing over $12 million towards rural broadband, a large portion of which is allocated for South Carolina. Together, their efforts mark a focused strategy to enhance connectivity in the region.

Innovative Optical Products Speed Up Broadband Deployment

The synergy extends to specialized optical products, with STL providing advanced optical fiber cables like Nova A1 to TruVista. These high-performance cables ensure efficient Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) systems across South Carolina. TruVista has also procured MST Optoblaze, a pre-connectorized FTTH optical connector from STL, enabling faster installation in the state’s varied terrains.

Shared Values Fuel a Long-Standing Partnership

The collaboration between STL and TruVista is founded on shared values of quality, trust, and agility. STL’s local manufacturing facility in South Carolina ensures shorter lead times, aiding TruVista in rapid broadband deployment. Notably, TruVista provides fiber connectivity to STL’s Optical Fiber Cable facility in South Carolina, further cementing the partnership.

Leadership Voices: A Commitment to Transformative Connectivity

Paul Atkinson, CEO of STL’s Optical Networking Business, expressed his enthusiasm: “We are committed to ensuring no community in South Carolina is left behind.” Similarly, Carla J French, CEO of TruVista, stated: “Our shared enthusiasm drives us to empower our South Carolina-served communities with transformative connectivity.”

The strategic partnership between STL and TruVista not only paves the way for enhanced rural connectivity in South Carolina but also sets a precedent for similar initiatives nationwide.