Jamaica, an island nation located in the Caribbean, exhibits a geography characterised by mountainous terrains, coastal plains and a tropical climate, which can pose challenges for the establishment and maintenance of technology and telecommunication infrastructures. The nation's population of approximately 2.9 million is primarily distributed in urban areas, notably in the capital city of Kingston and the resort town of Montego Bay. The island is divided into fourteen parishes, each with its distinct infrastructure needs and solutions. Jamaica's telecommunication sector is fairly mature, with multiple service providers offering a range of services including mobile, internet and cable television. The country has also made strides in renewable energy, with the Wigton Windfarm in Manchester and numerous solar projects across the island. However, the technology sector is still developing, with room for growth and innovation, particularly in areas such as software development and information technology services.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 3 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Caricel is a Jamaican telecommunications company that commenced operations in March 2014. It is owned and operated by Symbiote Investments Limited. The company's inception followed Symbiote's application for a Carrier and Service Provider licence from the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) in Jamaica. In May 2016, despite a change in government administration, Caricel was granted a Spectrum licence by the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining (MSTEM), thus solidifying its status as a licensed mobile network operator in the country.
Digicel Jamaica is a telecommunications company operating in Jamaica, founded in 2001 by Irish entrepreneur Denis O'Brien. It launched its services in Jamaica in April of the same year. Digicel Jamaica is a subsidiary of Digicel Group, which operates across more than 30 markets worldwide. The company's ownership lies primarily with Denis O'Brien, who has contributed significantly to its assets and operations. Digicel has been a significant player in the Jamaican telecommunications market, contributing to the country's mobile phone network and home entertainment provisions.
Digicel acquired...
Flow Jamaica is a telecommunications company operating in Jamaica under the trade name FLOW, originally derived from its former parent company, Cable & Wireless Communications (CWC). The company offers a range of services, including cable television, internet, telephone, and wireless services. In 2015, there was a significant change in the company's branding following the acquisition of Columbus by CWC. This led to the replacement of the Lime brand with the Flow brand across the merged company. The rebranding process began in July 2015, marking a new era in the company's operations in Jamaica...