Narayan AmmachchiMexican telecommunications giant Claro is ramping up its presence in Colombia, earmarking more than $53 million to strengthen its operations in the Caribbean and Atlántico regions.
The investment is focused on expanding both fixed and mobile networks across key departments, including La Guajira, Magdalena, Cesar, Atlántico, Bolívar, Sucre, Córdoba and the archipelago of San Andrés.
At a recent technology summit, Rodrigo de Gusmao, President of Claro Colombia, highlighted that the company currently serves approximately 24,000 businesses in the region, offering integrated solutions in connectivity, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and cloud computing.
As part of its regional expansion, Claro has enabled 1.5 million fiber-optic connections in municipalities such as Ciénaga, Sabanalarga, Sahagún, and Magangué. Notably, fiber-optic coverage in Barranquilla has surged by 157%.
A key asset supporting this expansion is Claro’s AMX-1 submarine cable, which connects Puerto Colombia, Cartagena, and San Andrés. This infrastructure has significantly enhanced internet performance, positioning San Andrés among Colombia’s top five regions for download speeds.
Looking ahead, Claro is investing over $200 million to extend its fiber-optic network to 4.5 million homes, with a strong focus on underserved rural areas. This network upgrade is expected to support the rollout of AI-powered applications in sectors such as healthcare, education and agriculture.
In the mobile segment, Claro plans to double its 5G network coverage in 2025—from 1,350 to over 2,700 antennas — targeting more than 5 million active 5G users. The company, which has already connected 20 cities, aims to reach 20 more by year-end, maintaining its lead with over 69% of Colombia’s 5G connections.
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