Verizon's (NYSE:VZ) began Wednesday slightly weaker as the award-winning network has reached one of America's most secluded communities, bringing high-speed internet and mobile service to Smith Island, Maryland, for the very first time.
Through creative engineering, countless cross-water commutes, and a network build unlike any other, Verizon engineers overcame extraordinary challenges to connect the island's residents to the people and moments that matter most.
"From the way we build our network, to the way we connect communities, we always put the customer experience first," said Lynn Cox, SVP and Chief Network Officer at Verizon.
“Smith Island offered a unique challenge, but that didn’t stop our engineers from finding a way. Residents can now connect with loved ones, shop, and stream like never before.”
Before Verizon stepped in, Smith Island residents relied on limited DSL and had virtually no mobile wireless coverage. Now, the community has access to Verizon's 5G mobile service, high-speed internet for homes and businesses, and Verizon Voice Connect for reliable home phone service. For this tight-knit Chesapeake Bay community, it's more than an upgrade, it's a whole new world of connection.
Verizon engineers pulled off an amazing feat, sending a high-speed signal from the mainland to the island, then running underground fiber through challenging terrain to reach antennas across the island.
VZ shares lost 12 cents Wednesday to $43.23.
