WOW! Receives Cablefax Award for Network Investments
Broadband provider WOW! has been named Cablefax's 2026 "Top Ops Market Mover" for its significant investments in network expansion and modernization.
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW!), a provider of fiber-broadband internet services, has been recognized by Cablefax as the "2026 Top Ops Market Mover." The award acknowledges the company's strategic advancements in reshaping its network to meet evolving customer and community needs.
The annual Cablefax Top Ops awards honor individuals and companies making an impact in the cable and broadband industry. The "Market Mover" category specifically recognizes an operator whose strategic actions, such as greenfield expansion, network modernization, and new market entry, have significantly influenced its competitive standing over the past year.
WOW! has invested in its network by increasing its fiber footprint by over 50% in expansion markets and more than 20% in legacy markets. The company has extended its network to reach nearly 50,000 additional homes and businesses across Central Florida, South Carolina, and Michigan. Recent network upgrades, including a significant capacity and speed enhancement in Newnan, Georgia, are part of this ongoing effort.
CEO Frank van der Post stated that the recognition reflects the team's dedication to network modernization and delivering a superior customer experience. He emphasized that the company's focus extends beyond new fiber market expansion to include targeted improvements within existing networks for maximum customer benefit.