Globe embarks on nationwide network expansion

Listed telecommunications firm Globe Telecom Inc. is embarking on a nationwide network expansion through building of cell sites in various parts of the country.

In a statement, Globe said it is undertaking simultaneous undertaking cell site builds in Aklan, Albay, Batangas, Bohol, Bulacan, Cebu, Davao del Sur, Iloilo, Laguna, Metro Manila, Maguindanao, Negros Occidental, Pampanga, Pangasinan, Quezon, Zamboanga, Sulu, Capiz, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Tarlac, Palawan, North Cotabato, Leyte, Bukidnon, Benguet, Zambales, and more parts of the country.

The telco said it is starting the network build this month until the end of the third quarter of 2020.

Globe, however, did not provide details as to how many cell sites it is targeting to construct.

The telco assured that customers will be informed in advance where the cell sites will be installed should there be any minimal disruptions.

“We heed the call of our customers for more connectivity that's why we continue to expand our coverage and capacity even during a pandemic.  The new cell sites will further improve  our services not only in major cities but also in rural areas. Upon completion, these  will help improve overall network experience,” Joel Agustin, Globe senior vice president for Program Development-Network Technical Group, said.

Despite the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, Globe said it continues its aggressive network expansion programs for the rest of the year to support the increasing demand for data services. 

“Under the new normal, consumers, business entities, and local government units have begun to realize the essential value of connectivity,” it said.—AOL, GMA News