Zaaz has completed the purchase of regional fiber provider Proxxima, gaining regulatory approval to operate in eight Brazilian states. The deal integrates Proxxima’s network and customer base, accelerating Zaaz’s fiber‑to‑the‑home rollout and strengthening its position in the national broadband market.
What Happened
The acquisition marks Zaaz’s first major expansion beyond its original markets of São Paulo, Paraná, and Minas Gerais. By absorbing Proxxima, Zaaz now serves the Northeast region, adding roughly 235,000 subscribers and extending its infrastructure across eight states.
Expansion Strategy
Zaaz’s growth plan focuses on acquiring regional ISPs and expanding high‑speed fiber coverage. Key objectives include:
- Unified Operations: Merge Proxxima’s technical teams and assets into Zaaz’s existing structure.
- Accelerated FTTH Deployment: Prioritize areas without current fiber service.
- Service Diversification: Offer cloud, security, and other value‑added solutions.
Implications for the Telecom Market
Integrating Proxxima gives Zaaz thousands of kilometers of pre‑installed fiber, reducing rollout time and investment. Consumers can expect broader access to high‑speed plans and potentially more competitive pricing. However, the consolidation may attract regulatory scrutiny to ensure competition remains healthy in local markets.
Next Steps for Zaaz
With Anatel’s approval secured, Zaaz will focus on:
- Standardizing deployment processes across the newly acquired territories.
- Migrating existing Proxxima customers to higher‑speed packages.
- Continuing the search for additional regional ISP acquisition targets.
Expert Perspective
“Merging networks designed with different management standards presents technical challenges, but successful integration can optimize asset use, lower costs, and speed up service delivery,” says Carlos Mendes, a network engineer with 15 years of fiber‑optic experience.
Conclusion
The finalization of the Proxxima purchase is a decisive move in Zaaz’s expansion agenda, positioning the company as a leading fiber provider in Brazil. By leveraging Proxxima’s infrastructure and expertise, Zaaz is set to boost broadband connectivity in underserved regions and solidify its role in the broader Latin American telecom landscape.
