Broadpoint, who provides sophisticated cellular, satellite and 2-way radio communications, custom-engineered and emergency solutions, antenna and tower services as well as broadcast support solutions ranging from simple uplinks to integrated satellite and fiber solutions, has increased its number of cellular sites in the Gulf of Mexico by more than 30 percent, and will continue an aggressive schedule to add additional sites through the end of this year. 

In addition to expanding its core network, Broadpoint has made technology upgrades to its remote customer premise equipment and product offerings. This strategic initiative, which began in October 2008, is designed to offer Broadpoint customers the largest and most reliable cellular GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) service available offshore, featuring better voice quality and a higher level of data throughput. The upgrades and additions to Broadpoint’s cellular network were made to improve service in highly trafficked areas and to add coverage in several new locations. As part of the expansion, the company now provides telecommunications service and network coverage in the Gulf’s deepwater areas for the first time, where rapid growth and development are predicted for offshore companies in the coming months and years. With a coverage area exceeding 100,000 square miles in the Gulf, Broadpoint operates the largest offshore cellular GSM network in the market today. The enhanced network performance is complemented by Broadpoint’s 24/7 customer service team, which provides critical support to its wide range of customers both on and offshore.