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STL Opens State-of-the-Art Palmetto Factory in South Carolina, Investing Millions in Rural Broadband Networks

Henry McMaster, Honorary Governor of South Carolina, to Preside Over Opening Ceremony

Investment of up to $56 Million in Clean Broadband Networks in Rural America

STL (NSE: STLTECH), a leading global digital and optical solutions company, has announced the opening of its state-of-the-art production facility in Lugoff, South Carolina. The facility, named Palmetto Factory (The Palmetto Plant), is established as STL North American Regional Headquarters, underscoring the company’s commitment to the US market.

Mr. Henry McMaster, the Governor of South Carolina, will preside over the opening ceremony of the Palmetto Factory, along with government officials, important customers, and representatives from the local chamber of commerce.

Strategic investments and expansion efforts in the United States will reinforce STL’s commitment to its vision of being “Made in America.” The Palmetto facility, spread over 168,000 square feet, will specialize in future-proof optical solutions, including high-density but smaller diameter fiber cables. It will also focus on developing high-capacity patch cables and durable cables for rural applications, addressing the industry’s skills shortage problem. Extensive on-site testing to GR20 industry standards ensures product quality and reliability.

In its efforts to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2573, STL aims to make the new facility in Lugoff zero waste and reduce energy consumption. The Palmetto factory currently employs over 150 people, leading operations in North America.

“The opening of the STL manufacturing facility is an important step forward for our state in developing broadband networks,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “South Carolina has built a national reputation as a leader in broadband expansion, and with STL opening a facility here, our reputation will spread even further.”

Paul Atkinson, CEO of STL’s Optical Networks Business, expressed his excitement about the new facility in Lugoff. “This plant reflects our commitment to the US market and our larger purpose: to transform the lives of billions of people by connecting the world. I’m excited to see the impact this will have on rural connectivity and the digital landscape in the United States.”

STL is a global leader in digital and optical solutions with integrated capabilities in the sector. The company works closely with regional and national players, as well as industry associations, to have a meaningful impact at scale.

About STL – Sterlite Technologies Limited

STL (Sterlite Technologies Ltd.) is a leading global digital and optical solutions company that provides advanced products for building 5G networks, rural networks, FTTx networks, enterprise networks, and data center networks.

Henry McMaster, Honorary Governor of South Carolina to preside over the opening ceremony

Invest up to 56 million US dollars

Its aim is to promote the construction of broadband networks in rural America. Ready to achieve the vision CLEAN

STL (NSE: STLTECH), a leading global digital and optical solutions company. Announcing the opening of a state-of-the-art production facility in Lugoff. South Carolina, that is. Palmetto Factory (The Palmetto Plant) It is named after the state tree of South Carolina. and established asSTL North American Regional Headquarters This reflects STL’s commitment to the US market.

Mr Henry McMaster (Henry McMaster) The Governor of South Carolina Honor to preside over the opening ceremony of the Palmetto factory with government officials Important customers and representatives from the local chamber of commerce as witnesses.

Strategic investments and expansion efforts in the United States are considered to reinforce STL’s commitment to its vision. Made in America Meeting market demand for 5G and FTTx networks, as well as pushing to build rural broadband networks. Spread over 168,000 square feet, the Palmetto facility will specialize in future-proof optical solutions. Including high density but smaller diameter fiber cables. It also focuses on developing high capacity patch cables and durable cables for rural applications. In addition, it will help operators deal with the skills shortage problem in the industry. The new facility also focuses on optical connectivity products that are easy to install, inspect and maintain, while extensive on-site testing to GR20 industry standards helps ensure product quality and reliability as well

STL is committed toAchieve net zero carbon within the year. 2573. larriedness eg Therefore, the new facility in Lugoff aims to achieve zero waste and continue to reduce energy consumption, following in the footsteps of other STL production facilities around the world.

The Palmetto factory employs more than 150 people, including skilled production workers and industry experts. lead operations in North America

Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina he said, “The opening of the STL manufacturing facility is an important step forward for our state in developing broadband networks. and will provide new opportunities for the people of Kershaw County. South Carolina has built a national reputation as a leader in broadband expansion. And with STL opening a facility in South Carolina, our reputation will spread even further. “

Mr Paul Atkinson (Paul Atkinson, CEO of STL Company’s Optical Networks Business Expressing his excitement about this important event, he said: “Our new cable production facility in Lugoff South Carolina is a testament to our commitment to the US market and our customers in the North American region. This plant reflects our principles and our larger purpose: to transform the lives of billions of people by connecting the world. I’m excited to see the impact this will have on rural connectivity and the digital landscape in the United States.”

From glass connections to fiber, cable and optics, STL isOne player only 6 cases worldwide [1] with integrated capabilities in this sector The company works closely with regional and national players. and with industry associations such as the Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) and the Power and Communications Contractors Association (PCCA) to have a meaningful impact at scale.

About STL – Sterlite Technologies Limited

STL (Sterlite Technologies Ltd.) is a leading global digital and optical solutions company. It provides advanced products for building 5G networks, rural networks, FTTx networks, enterprise networks. and data center network More information can be found at

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