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The FCC is set to vote on significant reforms to its National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) permitting processes this month. These changes aim to cut regulatory red tape and accelerate the...
5 min read · Updated Sep 2026
telecom
Extra mobilizations, rework, missing material and rejected closeouts never appear on an invoice — they get priced into what the next contractor is offered for that site.
5 min read · Updated Sep 2026
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AT&T now bundles Amazon Leo satellite broadband with fiber and 5G, creating a critical third layer of connectivity for business and public sector accounts. This boosts reliability and...
4 min read · Updated Sep 2026
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While AT&T champions a hiring boom for fiber technicians, the telecom tower climbing sector has experienced significant layoffs since late 2025. This creates a stark contrast within the...
5 min read · Updated Sep 2026
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NATE's Women of NATE initiative, initially a small group, now draws thousands to its leadership summit and mentorship programs. Discover how its focus on connection and skill development...
4 min read · Updated Sep 2026
telecom
After two lean years, AT&T's 600 MHz network expansion, driven by an FCC mandate, is expected to create a substantial increase in tower construction activity in 2027, offering a turning...
6 min read · Updated Sep 2026
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has taken decisive action against illegal robocalls, disconnecting 14 voice service providers from US networks. This move, alongside a new...
4 min read · Updated Sep 2026
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Douglas Fast Net's $42M BEAD award will bring high-speed fiber to 4,490 rural Oregon homes, creating significant work for construction and telecom crews. This expansion underscores the...
6 min read · Updated Sep 2026
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New Ookla data reveals 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is expanding, yet speeds are declining, especially in rural areas. Understand the report's findings and their practical impact on...
6 min read · Updated Sep 2026
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NTIA has approved all 56 BEAD broadband plans, unlocking billions for infrastructure. This milestone means significant work for telecom and construction crews, with a clear shift to fixed...
4 min read · Updated Aug 2026
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The FCC has explicitly ruled that its RF exposure limits protect humans only, not wildlife or the environment. This decision impacts environmental reviews for cell tower projects, clarifying...
6 min read · Updated Aug 2026
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A recent financial scrutiny of a Texas cell tower offers a unique window into the complex economics, tenancy, and regulatory landscape of wireless infrastructure. For tower crews and safety...
5 min read · Updated Aug 2026
toolbox_talk_attendance #towerclimber #safetytraining #construction #telecominstagram · Sep 14
Dead zones might be a thing of the past for critical comms on the job site. AT&T is adding Amazon Leo satellite to its network.instagram · Sep 14
AT&T is hiring thousands of fiber techs while tower hiring sits at its lowest point in 20 years.instagram · Sep 14
AT&T says it needs 3,000 more fiber techs this year, while the tower crews building its wireless network have taken layoffs since Q4 2025.instagram · Sep 13
