All-fiber, symmetrical speed network from Fidium offers new opportunities for entertainment, economic development, remote learning, telehealth and more, with plans as low as $30
BREWER, Maine — April 30, 2025 — Fidium, Maine’s best internet provider according to CNET, has expanded its multi-gig, symmetrical speed internet service to Brewer, bringing its future-proof fiber network to more than 4,500 homes and businesses. With additional access coming soon, more than 6,800 homes and businesses will have access by the end of summer. Fidium’s expansion of its all-fiber network, which began in December, brings all the benefits that come with access to a fiber broadband connection to Brewer.
“In expanding fiber access, we are proud to help build the future in Brewer”, said Sarah Davis, vice president of Market Development for Fidium. “Fiber brings tremendous benefits and transforms how we connect to one another, especially in rural communities, increasing access to educational, economic, healthcare and entertainment opportunities and options. We are excited to bring the benefits of Fidium’s fiber network these and more communities across Maine.”
Today, more than 360,000 Maine homes and businesses have access to Fidium, including Belfast, Blue Hill, Castine, Dexter, Ellsworth, Pittsfield, Searsport and more. Additional communities will be connected soon, including Orland, Old Town, Orono and Winterport. Residents and businesses may learn more and sign up for updates about future service availability at FidiumFiber.com.
Fiber broadband drives economic growth, in particular for rural communities, increasing business growth by 213% and leading to 44% higher GDP. For individuals, fiber access resulted in self-employment growth of 10% and increased per capita income by 18%. Fiber also increases real estate values, as single-family homes with fiber access have a 4.9% higher value than those without.
Fidium delivers multi-gig-speed internet without contracts, installation fees or data caps, starting at $30 per month. All Fidium plans offer reliable, symmetrical speeds from 100 Mbps to 2 Gigs (2000 Mbps). Fidium also offers home phone service, and features speeds that allow customers to seamlessly stream their preferred TV and entertainment. Fidium has been named in the Top 10 providers for Real-World Speeds by BroadbandNow and earned the CNET Best of 2024 recognition for fiber providers.
Fidium representatives will be visiting the community soon, taking part in local events and sharing more information about service options and availability. To learn more or to sign up for Fidium today, visit FidiumFiber.com.
About Fidium
Fidium is the people’s fiber provider, offering symmetrical multi-gig speed internet service and an exceptional customer experience. Fidium is currently available in California, Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Texas and Vermont with new locations available daily. Learn more at FidiumFiber.com.
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