Uruguay, located in South America, is a small nation with a population of over 3.4 million, the majority of which is concentrated in the capital city, Montevideo. The country’s geography is predominantly flat, which aids in the construction and maintenance of telecommunications and technology infrastructure. In terms of technology, Uruguay stands as an outlier in Latin America due to its advanced telecommunications infrastructure, largely facilitated by the state-owned Antel. Antel has been instrumental in the deployment of Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) throughout the country, including remote and rural regions. Uruguay also boasts a strong focus on renewable energy, with nearly 98% of its electricity generated from renewable sources, mainly wind and solar power. This commitment to renewables positions Uruguay as a leader in clean energy, which could have implications for energy-intensive sectors like data centres.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 3 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Claro Uruguay is a prominent telecommunications company operating in Uruguay. The company was established as a subsidiary of América Móvil, a leading telecommunications group based in Mexico. The name 'Claro', translating to 'bright', 'clear', or 'of course' in Portuguese and Spanish, reflects the company's commitment to providing clear and reliable communication services. Despite being part of a larger multinational group, Claro Uruguay operates independently within its specific market, focusing on the needs of the Uruguayan telecommunications sector.
Movistar Uruguay is a telecommunications company operating in Uruguay. It is a part of the larger Movistar brand, owned by Telefónica, a Spanish multinational telecommunications company. The Movistar brand was first launched in Spain in 1995 with the introduction of GSM services. The brand became globally recognised on 5 April 2005, when Telefónica acquired the BellSouth mobile operations in South America. Despite the acquisition of O2 in 2005 by Telefónica, the company decided to retain the O2 brand in the United Kingdom and Germany, operating it as a separate branch with its own board and...