Paraguay, a landlocked country in South America, is bisected by the Rio Paraguay with a vast majority of the population residing in the eastern region of the country. The western region, known as the Chaco, is sparsely populated and consists mostly of semi-arid plains. Paraguay's infrastructure, particularly within telecommunications, has seen significant improvements in recent years, although it is still considered developing. There is a high penetration of mobile telecommunications, with mobile broadband being the primary internet platform due to the country's challenging geography. Despite its advances, the telecommunications sector still faces issues related to quality and coverage, particularly in rural and remote regions. Paraguay has also shown increasing interest in renewable energy, with a particular focus on hydropower, facilitated by the Itaipu Dam, one of the world's largest producer of renewable energy, which Paraguay shares with Brazil. Other renewable sectors such as solar and wind energy are less developed but present potential growth areas.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 4 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Claro Paraguay is a telecommunications network that operates within Paraguay. It is a subsidiary of América Móvil, a Mexican telecommunications conglomerate. The company's establishment in Paraguay is part of América Móvil's broader expansion into various Latin American markets. Despite being part of a larger group, Claro Paraguay operates independently within its specific market. The term 'Claro' translates to 'clear' or 'of course' in Spanish and Portuguese, reflecting the company's commitment to providing clear and reliable communication services.
Personal Paraguay is a telecommunications company operating in Paraguay. It is a subsidiary of Telecom Argentina, one of the major telecommunications groups in the region. Personal Paraguay was established in 1998, making it one of the first mobile telecommunication companies in Paraguay. The company was originally owned by the state under the name COPACO, but was later privatised and sold to Telecom Argentina. Today, Personal Paraguay provides a range of communication services including mobile, internet and data services across the country.
Tigo Paraguay is a subsidiary of Millicom International Cellular SA, a Luxembourg-based telecommunications services provider. Millicom was established on December 14, 1990, by Shelby Bryan, Jan Stenbeck, Telma Sosa, and Olvin Galdamez. The Tigo brand, under which Tigo Paraguay operates, was conceptualised by Millicom in 2004. The company provides a range of digital services including high-speed data, broadband, mobile, cable TV, voice and SMS, Mobile Financial Services, and business communications.
The main shareholder of Millicom is Xavier Niel, a French billionaire who owns 27.13% of the...