Altarede and K2 Telecom Announce Merger

Altarede and K2 Telecom have officially merged their operations, creating a new holding company named Avança Participações. This consolidation unifies the networks, assets, and portfolios of both operators into three main business fronts: corporate solutions, retail, and a unit dedicated to technology innovation.

The new entity claims to operate more than 60,000 km of protected backbone infrastructure across Rio de Janeiro, Espírito Santo, São Paulo, and Minas Gerais. The network currently connects the four Brazilian capitals with the highest GDP and serves over 200 municipalities. Leadership views this merger as the beginning of a new phase, preparing the company for a future capital opening while seeking partners to support continued growth and innovation.

Altarede and K2 Telecom have officially formalized the merger of their operations, announcing the creation of the holding company Avança Participações. This new structure consolidates networks, assets, teams, and portfolios into three primary fronts: corporate solutions (B2B), retail (B2C), and a unit dedicated to innovation and technological development.

Following the merger, the company asserts that it operates more than 60,000 km of protected backbone infrastructure. This network spans the states of Rio de Janeiro, Espírito Santo, São Paulo, and Minas Gerais, supported by a high-capacity DWDM network and connections to major data centers in the region. The new network currently serves over 200 municipalities and interconnects the four capitals with the highest GDP in the country.

Maurício Iezzi, CEO of the holding, described the merger as a significant strategic shift. "Altarede and K2 Telecom se tornam uma única força. Este é o início de uma nova fase. Estamos preparando o caminho para uma futura abertura de capital. Buscamos atrair parceiros que compartilhem nosso propósito de crescer com solidez, inovação e impacto, construindo juntos uma jornada de sucesso," Iezzi stated.

In addition to expanding its physical infrastructure, Avança Participações is placing a strong emphasis on digital security. The company plans to utilize platforms for mitigating DDoS attacks, incorporating solutions such as Nokia Deepfield and Corero SmartWall, alongside other technologies.

Anderson Heringer, COO of the new structure, emphasized that the merger goes beyond a simple combination of assets. "Esta fusão vai muito além da soma de estruturas. Estamos unindo times, culturas e tecnologias complementares para criar uma empresa mais ágil, inovadora e preparada para os desafios do futuro," Heringer explained.

The leadership believes that integrating teams, cultures, and complementary technologies will result in a more agile and innovative company. This approach is designed to address future challenges effectively while maintaining a focus on delivering value to stakeholders.

The holding company has organized its operations into three distinct business units to streamline its market approach:

1. Corporate, Wholesale, and Government (B2B)

This unit provides solutions for small, medium, and large companies, as well as public agencies. The portfolio includes DWDM connectivity, IP telephony, cloud services, cybersecurity, IoT, artificial intelligence, corporate networks, smart city projects, and 24-hour managed services. The merger aims to generate a high-capacity, resilient backbone to serve major operators in the sector.

2. Retail (B2C)

Currently present in over 15 cities in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, the company will unify approximately 80,000 residential subscribers. The projected goal is to reach 200,000 customers by the end of 2027 through the acquisition of other small and medium-sized providers in various regions.

3. Innovation and Technological Development Unit

This area is dedicated to the research, testing, and implementation of new technologies. Key focuses include 5G private networks, XGSPON (10 Giga), FTTR (Fiber-to-the-Room), FWA, Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 8, along with network automation, applied cybersecurity, advanced integrations, and immersive experiences.

Leandro Garcia, who assumes the role of CTO, summarized the unit's objective: "Estamos construindo uma operação que não apenas cresce, mas que entrega mais valor para clientes, parceiros e colaboradores."