Etanetas steps into a new high-speed era with 10 Gb/s internet

Šalčininkai-based Etanetas, the country's fibre-optic internet pioneer, is preparing for an important technological leap — this year it will offer internet users speeds reaching up to 10 Gb/s. By consistently investing in next-generation equipment, the company is not only increasing speed but also hopes to significantly raise the bar for service quality and customer service.

As Etanetas CEO Artur Stefanovič notes, increasing internet speed is one of those actions that must be taken here and now, since the technology world itself is changing at lightning speed. According to A. Stefanovič, it is natural that internet users expect more — greater speed, stability and reliability — since in recent years the number of smart devices has been increasing very strongly, the Internet of Things ecosystem is expanding, and data flows are growing.

"Many years of experience have shown that internet users have an uninterrupted need to use internet capabilities without restriction; their needs do not decrease each year but only grow rapidly. Right now intensive preparation work is underway: new equipment is being installed, technical nodes are being upgraded and the network infrastructure is being expanded. So, having deployed infrastructure that supports 10 Gb/s speed, we will not only expand customers' capabilities but also raise the quality of all the services we provide to a new level. The renewed technological base will ensure a more stable and reliable connection for everyone," says A. Stefanovič.

10 Gb/s internet can be useful in most cases. In the business sector — for companies. For consumers of high-quality content — those who like to watch 4K and 8K resolution videos or use virtual (VR) and augmented (AR) reality technologies. For smart home owners — when many devices use the internet at the same time (phones, computers, smart TVs, game consoles, smart home devices) and each of them needs to be ensured smooth operation.

Etanetas CEO A. Stefanovič draws attention to one more important aspect — at present, only fibre-optic internet can reliably ensure 10 Gb/s speed.

"In Lithuania, 5G connectivity is being developed exceptionally rapidly, which is very welcome. On the other hand, so that users do not get lost in the information about internet speed, it is necessary to emphasise that, at least for now, only fibre-optic internet can reach 10 Gb/s speed. Fibre-optic internet is more resistant to environmental factors — weather conditions, network loads — and therefore remains arguably the most reliable choice for users who need an uninterrupted and exceptionally fast connection," says A. Stefanovič.

More than two decades of reliable connectivity

Etanetas is an internet and TV services company that has been operating for more than 20 years and began providing internet connectivity in 2004–2005. Just a year later the company became the first in Lithuania to offer fibre-optic internet to the residents of Šalčininkai, becoming a true pioneer of fibre connectivity in the country.

Starting from the town network, the company consistently expanded its activities — into the district, and later beyond its borders. Eight years ago Etanetas expanded its services to Skaidiškės in the Vilnius district — Rudamina, Salininkai and Pagiriai, as well as all the multi-unit buildings in Naujoji Vilnia.

With the new 10 Gb/s internet, Etanetas strives to build a digital future not only in large cities but especially also in Lithuania's regions.

While investing in technological renewal, Etanetas pays great attention to sustainability. In early 2025, using European Union support, the company installed next-generation servers with four times more powerful and efficient processors. The renewed infrastructure not only increases data processing speed but also makes it possible to reduce electricity consumption by almost half.