Eastern Communications, the Philippines' pioneering telecommunications company and ICT solutions provider, proudly announces its significant victory at the Asian Technology Excellence Awards (ATEA) 2024.
The telco provider's win of the prestigious Philippines Technology Excellence Award in the Infrastructure Technology - Telecommunications category for its groundbreaking Philippine Domestic Submarine Cable Network (PDSCN) project is a testament to its commitment to strengthening the nation's telecommunications infrastructure, especially in the face of natural calamities.
"The Philippines is prone to typhoons and connectivity is not even stable on regular days in some remote areas. The PDSCN project is more than just an infrastructure development and our goal is to ensure that unserved and underserved areas have access to reliable and resilient internet services, even in the face of natural disasters," said Delfin Lopez, AVP and Head of Network Planning, Engineering and Implementation at Eastern Communications.
The award, presented by the Asian Business Review Magazine, celebrates the top technological innovators across the region. It recognizes exceptional companies that are redefining industries and driving digital transformation.
Eastern Communications' victory in the telecommunications category underscores the company's pivotal role in addressing the country's communication vulnerabilities and its significant contribution to the country's ongoing digital evolution.
In addition, Eastern's nationwide infrastructure and expansion efforts also gained global recognition. In June 2024, it was awarded the Telecom Infrastructure Deployment category at the 2024 Carrier Community Global Awards in Berlin, Germany.
**Stronger connectivity for all**
The PDSCN results from a strategic partnership between Eastern Communications, Globe Group, and InfiniVAN. With a PHP 4.3 billion investment, the project extended the reach of high-speed internet to underserved areas. It ensured the creation of alternative routes for data transmission, minimizing the risk of service disruptions during calamities.
Through this, Eastern Communications significantly bolstered its presence in Visayas and Mindanao with 33 points of interconnection spanning multiple regions. This extensive network, a testament to its commitment to digital inclusion, provides enhanced connectivity for every Filipino, ensuring that the Philippines remains competitive in the digital age.
As the telco provider celebrates its achievement at the ATEA, Eastern Communications remains steadfast in its goal to be at the forefront of the country's digital transformation journey. The recognition not only highlights the success of the PDSCN project but also affirms the company's role as a leader in providing resilient and reliable connectivity solutions across the Philippines.
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