Looking for ultra-reliable network services provided by stable, well-financed companies with footprints across the United States and Canada that provide first-mile and last-mile connectivity? Affected by the new FCC Unbundled Network Element (UNE) rules?

Look no more - UTelcos are the answer.

UTelcos are providers of competitive telecom services created and in many cases owned by electric, gas or water utilities. Built on networks designed to ensure the reliability of the nation's critical infrastructure, UTelcos offer unique attributes unmatched by other providers.

Reliable Networks

UTelcos use ring-based, technology independent networks with gateways to other carriers and service providers. Web-based tools for easier customer service combined with 24x7 network operations centers (NOCs) minimize customer downtime.

Business Stability

Utilities form the backbone of their communities. UTelcos, founded on the same principles and financially backed by the utilities, are just as committed to the communities they serve. In this era of failed CLECs, UTelcos offer the assurance of a secure business relationship that can endure economic downturns. UTelcos are in the industry for the long haul.

Geographic Reach

Today, sophisticated customers demand service provider and physical route diversity. UTelcos address this by providing varying network services in most Tier-One and Tier- Two cities with access to major network POPS. UTelco networks go where no other networks can go with routes through electric conduits, gas pipelines and other utility rights of way to provide a truly distinctive network option.

World Class Services

UTelcos offer the latest in broadband solutions such as managed data transport services, custom networks, local and long distance voice services, Internet services and more. UTelcos provide unparalleled connectivity using best in class network options.

The UTelco Alliance

The UTelco Alliance is a group of telecom service providers all created by utilities. All feature the same attributes: reliable networks, business stability, geographic reach and world class services.

The UTelco Alliance is an independent operating unit of the United Telecom Council, the international trade association representing the telecommunications and information technology interests of electric and gas utilities, water companies, energy companies, and other critical infrastructure companies. All UTelco Alliance companies are UTC members.