Georgia DOT takes critical step in modernizing state’s transportation infrastructure while expanding broadband access to rural and underserved communities [Video]

The State Transportation Board of Georgia has selected Plenary Broadband Infrastructure (PBI) as the Operations, Maintenance and Commercialization (OMC) partner for Georgia DOT’s Statewide Broadband project which will install 1,400 miles of broadband infrastructure along all interstates in Georgia. When completed, a portion of the broadband infrastructure will be dedicated to Georgia DOT’s traffic operations with additional capacity reserved for commercial use which will provide faster, more reliable broadband access for communities, households and businesses in 70 Georgia counties.

“Expanding broadband access throughout Georgia is critical to bridging the digital divide, ensuring that rural and underserved communities can access essential online services for education, healthcare, and economic opportunities,” said Georgia DOT Commissioner Russell R. McMurry, P.E. “This expansion also brings with it the added benefit of modernizing our transportation infrastructure, enabling innovations like connected vehicles and smart traffic systems to improve safety and efficiency.”

Under the agreement, PBI will maintain …