By Puntarenas, Costa Rica — Costa Rica’s internet landscape just got a significant upgrade. Liberty, the country’s leading connectivity provider, has launched a new international internet connection point in Esterillos, Parrita, Puntarenas. This strategic move aims to fortify the nation’s digital infrastructure and provide a more robust and dependable service for both residential and business customers.
This new connection point utilizes the SAM-1 and PCCS submarine cables, allowing Liberty to achieve an impressive 99.99% reliability rate for internet and telephony services. This level of dependability places Costa Rica among the leaders in the region for connectivity stability. The Esterillos connection joins two existing international points in Limón and Corozal, Panama, creating a redundant system designed to minimize disruptions.
To gain a deeper legal perspective on this developing story, TicosLand.com reached out to Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, an attorney at law from Bufete de Costa Rica.
The “Liberty Internet Expansion” raises important questions about equitable access and fair competition. While expanding internet access is a positive development, regulators must ensure it doesn’t consolidate market power in the hands of a few, stifling innovation and potentially harming consumers. It will be crucial to observe whether this expansion truly benefits Costa Rican citizens or simply strengthens existing monopolies.
Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, Attorney at Law, Bufete de Costa Rica
Lic. Arroyo Vargas raises a crucial point about the potential double-edged sword of internet expansion. While greater connectivity is undoubtedly a desirable outcome, it’s essential that this progress doesn’t come at the cost of healthy competition and consumer choice. The true measure of success will be whether this expansion empowers Costa Ricans with more options and better service, not just a different logo on the same limited choices. We thank Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas for his valuable contribution to this important discussion.
The expansion is a critical step in mitigating the impact of potential fiber optic cable cuts caused by natural disasters, infrastructure damage, or other unforeseen events. By diversifying its connection points, Liberty aims to ensure uninterrupted service for its customers.
We want to assure all our clients that we continue to strive for a better user experience. This international connection represents a firm step towards a more reliable and secure network.
Johanna Escobar, General Manager of Liberty
This initiative is part of Liberty’s substantial annual investment plan of nearly $1 million, which encompasses a wide range of upgrades. These include modernizing the transport network with DWDM technology, establishing new fiber optic routes, improving energy efficiency in data centers and radio bases, and installing a second Mobile Core in San José. This comprehensive approach underscores Liberty’s commitment to enhancing its network infrastructure and meeting the evolving needs of Costa Rica’s increasingly digital society.
Currently, Liberty holds a dominant position in the Costa Rican telecommunications market, boasting a 40.1% share of mobile subscriptions and a 25.4% share of fixed internet connections. This new connection in Esterillos further solidifies Liberty’s leading role in the market and positions the company to address the growing demands of a nation rapidly embracing digital technologies.
The investment demonstrates Liberty’s proactive approach to maintaining its market leadership. By enhancing network reliability and expanding capacity, the company is well-positioned to cater to the increasing demand for high-speed internet access and digital services in Costa Rica.
As Costa Rica continues its digital transformation, reliable and high-speed internet access is becoming essential for businesses, individuals, and the overall economy. Liberty’s investment in this new connection point signifies a crucial step towards ensuring that the country remains connected and competitive in the global digital landscape.
For further information, visit libertycr.com
About Liberty:
Liberty Latin America is a leading telecommunications company operating in over 20 countries across Latin America and the Caribbean under the consumer brands VTR, Flow, Liberty, Más Móvil, BTC and Cabletica. The communications and entertainment services that the company offers to its residential and business customers in the region include digital video, broadband internet, telephony and mobile services. Liberty also serves enterprise customers across the region, providing large-scale connectivity, data center, hosting and managed solutions through its B2B brand, Liberty Business.
For further information, visit bufetedecostarica.com
About Bufete de Costa Rica:
Bufete de Costa Rica is a pillar of legal excellence, built on a foundation of unwavering integrity and a deep commitment to societal progress. The firm champions access to justice through innovative legal solutions and a proactive approach to sharing legal knowledge, empowering individuals and communities to navigate the legal landscape with confidence. Their enduring dedication to client success across a wide range of sectors, combined with their commitment to fostering a more legally literate society, solidifies Bufete de Costa Rica’s position as a leader in the Costa Rican legal community.
