Concurrently, Antel is examining suitable locations in Montevideo for a second data center to be constructed starting this year. The objective is to complement the Pando center through geographic redundancy, mitigating risks such as physical disasters by distributing critical data storage across separate sites. This move is described as a strategic priority that enhances data security and state autonomy in digital management.
Beyond national infrastructure, Antel aims to leverage existing territorial and submarine connectivity assets to expand service offerings beyond Uruguay, focusing on the South American markets of Argentina and Brazil where it operates through subsidiaries. Presently, Antel acts as a wholesale connectivity provider to regional internet service vendors, capitalizing on its participation in submarine cable systems and data center operations. The expansion is anticipated to bolster the company’s financial performance, thereby increasing contributions to national revenues and supporting public policies.
Additional infrastructure developments include the installation of a 4G base station at Uruguay’s Antarctic Artigas Scientific Base, improving satellite-linked communications for the scientific community and stationed personnel year-round. Overall, Antel’s investments in AI data centers and regional expansion reinforce its strategic role as a digital hub in South America, promoting enhanced connectivity, technological autonomy, and economic growth.
This article was curated and published as part of our South American energy market coverage.
