Panama: Cable & Wireless to invest $100 million

In order to improve internet coverage offered through its data network, the company put into action an expansion plan that began last year when it invested $50 million.

The significant growth of the company's portfolio of customers is another reason why they are betting on the expansion.

A statement published in PaDigital.com reads: "The growth in demand for data services is a global phenomenon that is sharply reflected in Panama which is one of the most advanced countries in Central America in the use of these services. "

Source: pa-digital.com.pa

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