Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) has added an 8‑gigabit symmetrical fiber‑optic internet service to its Glo Fiber brand, now available in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Ohio. The new offering delivers up to 8 Gbps of both upload and download bandwidth, leveraging Shentel’s 18,000‑mile fiber network and XGS‑PON technology. More than 400,000 homes and businesses already have access to Glo Fiber, and the 8‑gigabit service expands that footprint with the fastest residential speeds in the company’s markets.
The launch is part of Shentel’s fiber‑first strategy and is designed to serve demanding customers such as remote workers, gamers and small‑business users who require ultra‑fast, low‑latency connectivity. By adding the fastest residential speeds available in its markets, Shentel aims to attract higher‑margin customers and strengthen its competitive edge against cable and hybrid‑fiber competitors. The company has set a target of passing 600,000 homes by 2026, and the 8‑gigabit service is expected to support future revenue growth as demand for multi‑gigabit service continues to rise.
Senior Vice President of Engineering and Operations Rick Mason said the new service “ensures Glo Fiber continues to lead with the fastest and most reliable internet available in the community. It is engineered to connect multiple devices and the next generation of digital innovation, from immersive extended‑reality environments to sophisticated, AI‑driven home automation.” The quote underscores Shentel’s focus on building infrastructure for the future and its commitment to advanced technology.
The 8‑gigabit service gives Shentel a competitive advantage in the high‑speed internet market. It reinforces the company’s high‑speed portfolio, offers straightforward pricing with no long-term contracts, and positions Shentel to capture a growing share of the multi‑gigabit market while maintaining its focus on fiber‑first expansion.
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