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CMU and Peninsula Fiber Network Launch Underwater Internet Project

3/14/2025

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Central Michigan University (CMU) is teaming up with Peninsula Fiber Network to lay an underwater fiber optic cable from Charlevoix to Beaver Island, promising to revolutionize internet access. Geological tests will ensure the site’s readiness, with the project set to uplift local businesses, schools, and healthcare, all while safeguarding the island's delicate ecosystems. Installation could kick off in 2026.

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Story summary

Central Michigan University (CMU) is teaming up with Peninsula Fiber Network to lay an underwater fiber optic cable from Charlevoix to Beaver Island, promising to revolutionize internet access. Geological tests will ensure the site’s readiness, with the project set to uplift local businesses, schools, and healthcare, all while safeguarding the island's delicate ecosystems. Installation could kick off in 2026.