With New Hope Telephone Cooperative’s internet service, customers can stream movies or shows, work from home or play games with friends. NHTC is committed to ensuring their customers get the fastest, most reliable broadband available through its fiber optic network.

All-Fiber Certification

This dedication to providing a state-of-the-art network has earned NHTC the Fiber Broadband Association’s All-Fiber Certification. The All-Fiber Certification is available to all association members that demonstrate a high-level, strategic commitment to fiber deployment by ensuring 90 percent or more of their network relies on fiber optic infrastructure. NHTC’s network covers 100 percent of the 300-square-mile service area in northeast Marshall and southeast Madison counties.

“We couldn’t be more proud to be recognized by the Fiber Broadband Association as one of the first All-Fiber Certified service providers,” says Jim Cook, NHTC general manager. “Everyday we work to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers, and this one-of-its-kind certification further demonstrates our commitment to building a better, more connected broadband future.”

Invested in Community

NHTC began to build a fiber-to-the-home network to all 4,900 customers in 2009. Since then, the cooperative has invested $30 million in the community. The network gives the cooperative the ability to offer internet speeds of up to 1 Gbps, or 1,000 Mbps, nearly 100 times faster than the national average.

“This national designation represents not only the hard work completed by our employees but also the cooperative’s commitment to our community,” Cook says. 

“Communities across the country are becoming more aware of how important and effective fiber networks are,” says Lisa Youngers, executive director of the Fiber Broadband Association.

“This certification program is designed to help all-fiber network operator members highlight the critical work they are doing to bring all-fiber connectivity to those they serve,” she says. “It’s a way to identify those who are truly bringing the best internet and digital services to their communities.”

The Fiber Broadband Association is the only trade association in the Americas dedicated to the pursuit of all fiber optic network infrastructure to the home and to businesses. The goal is to help build a better broadband future around the world. 

NHTC was also named a certified Gig-Capable Provider by NTCA – The Rural Broadband Association in 2017. The work NHTC has done to provide a fiber-to-the-home network for all customers prepares the cooperative for exploding demand for more connected devices. “It allows us to meet customer broadband needs now and in the future,” Cook says.

If you’re looking for reliable internet services in Madison County, AL, turn to New Hope Telephone Co-Op. The telecommunications company provides comprehensive phone, Internet, and cable services to local homes and businesses, and has an A+ rating with the BBB. They are proud to offer their customers affordable rates and flexible package options. For more information about their services, call (256) 723-4211 or visit their website.