North Texas company starts fiber internet development in Aledo

Courtesy of Syntrio - Fiber optic cables must be laid into the ground before fiber internet is available.

Ren Risner

According to a press release by the company on May 7, “Syntrio is on a mission to expand our reach, delivering faster, more affordable, and reliable internet to not only Aledo, but also to several communities within Parker County.”

The company was founded as a telephone cooperative in 1951 and serves cities in the north Texas and southern Oklahoma area. Ashley Littleton, marketing supervisor for Syntrio, said the company was interested in starting development in Aledo after expanding their fiber network to the city of Jacksboro last year.

“The mission was to provide phone service where some of the larger companies weren’t willing to go yet,” she said. “So, we originally started out as a phone company, and we eventually made our way into internet and then eventually that turned into fiber optic internet.”

Fiber internet, called “fiber” due to the fiber optic cables that transfer data being sent or received, is known for its faster speeds and reliability. Syntrio offers plans with speeds up to 2.5 gigabits.

“A 100% fiber network is the most reliable and innovative technology available, and we are excited to bring this cutting-edge service to your doorstep,” said Seth Tabor, Chief Technology Officer for Syntrio.

According to the city of Aledo, Syntrio is currently in the process of getting the permits needed for the work of laying down the cables needed for fiber internet in the city. Littleton said that Aledo residents can expect to see contractors in the area around June starting with machinery in roadways.

“It’ll be a multi-phase project over the next few months,” Littleton said.

The coverage will not extend to the entirety of Aledo, but parts Syntrio has identified as having “the greatest need for reliable internet.” However, there is a potential for it to expand depending on demand for the service in the surrounding areas.

For the residents in the coverage area, Syntrio will be sending correspondence throughout the construction process, as well as information on how to sign up when the work is done.

In the meantime, Littleton said that Syntrio is looking to open a local store front in Parker County, as well as trying to connect with the local community of Aledo. She said that the company will be at the Aledo Summer Blast on June 1 to meet with residents and answer any questions.

“We plan to be not just an Internet provider for the community, we plan to be a community member, we plan to be active in the community,” Littleton said.