Gibraltar, located on the southern coast of Spain, is a small territory with a population of around 33,000 people densely packed into an area of just 6.8 square kilometres. Despite its size, Gibraltar is a significant hub for telecommunications, hosting several major data centres and multiple undersea cable landing points. Its geography, dominated by the Rock of Gibraltar, has necessitated unique infrastructure solutions, including extensive tunnelling. In terms of renewables, Gibraltar has made strides with a solar power plant at the Europa Point Lighthouse and a wave power station at the Detached Mole. However, due to space constraints, Gibraltar still relies heavily on imported fossil fuels. The technology sector is mature and vibrant, with a strong focus on fintech, gaming and digital services, largely driven by Gibraltar's status as a self-governing British Overseas Territory with a favourable regulatory environment. Its telecommunications infrastructure is modern and robust, with widespread fibre optic broadband coverage and advanced mobile networks.

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Region-1
Geographic Region
Europe
Regulatory Body
Gibraltar Regulatory Authority
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Gibtelecom

Gibtelecom is a prominent telecommunications provider in Gibraltar, with historical roots dating back to 1886 when the first telephones were introduced to the territory. Initially managed by the City Council, the telephone service was transferred to the Government of Gibraltar following the approval of the 1969 Constitution. In 1988, a joint venture was established between British Telecom (BT) and the Government of Gibraltar, giving birth to Gibraltar Telecommunications International Ltd (Gibtel), which was responsible for international telecommunications services. In 1990, the Government of...
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