Scottsdale, AZ June 28, 2010 - Sparkplug Communications, a provider of wireless business broadband voice and data services based in Scottsdale, Ariz., today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Phoenix area business assets from MetroBridge Networks, including all customer contracts, network infrastructure and related assets. The closing comes five weeks after the May 21st, 2010 announcement of the acquisition agreement.
"We selected MetroBridge because it was perfectly positioned to support our growth into Mesa and South Phoenix, and we are very pleased that the transaction was able to close so quickly. This significantly enhances our broadband coverage in that part of the Valley and provides immediate cash flow to Sparkplug," said CEO Michael Ruley. "The transition is moving forward seamlessly as we support and enhance service for our new MetroBridge customers."
Sparkplug will integrate MetroBridge Networks' wireless broadband internet assets into their Scottsdale corporate office and all MetroBridge customers will be transitioned over to the Sparkplug product line. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
Sparkplug is one of the only dedicated broadband providers in Arizona to have a privately owned last mile, where over 90% of landline/cable downtime has traditionally occurred. Combined with their totally diverse path of independent networks, they are one of the first providers in Arizona to have virtually eliminated voice and data outages - saving hundreds of thousands of dollars for businesses whose income relies on 100% up time.
For more information on Sparkplug, its products and current discounts available through bundled services, please visit its website at www.sparkplug.net.
About Airband
Airband Communications, Inc., is the largest fixed-wireless broadband provider for businesses in the U.S. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of high-speed data, Voice over IP, security and other managed solutions -- delivered over one of the industry's most scalable last-mile networks. Airband bypasses the local phone company to provide faster provisioning intervals, immediate scalability and complete redundancy for its customers. Thousands of businesses nationwide already count on Airband for their broadband service. For more information, please visit www.airband.com.
About Sparkplug
Sparkplug is a leading fixed wireless broadband service provider currently operating networks across five states, including the metropolitan markets of Des Moines, Phoenix and Las Vegas. The company offers a suite of high-speed data, voice over IP, and other managed services over its own network to business, education and government customers. All enjoy the benefits of fast, scalable and easy-to-deploy broadband service. Customers can choose from a complete range of symmetrical bandwidth service options starting at 2 Mbps with speeds up to 1 Gbps at a fraction of the typical cost. The company also provides high capacity data services and transport to many of the nation's leading telecommunications providers. For more information, visit www.sparkplug.net
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