TransWorld News
PRESS RELEASE - Twn Offers Wi-Power Digital Phone Service to Consumers in Arizona and New mMexico
Arizona/NEW MEXICO – MAY 4th, 2009
TransWorld Network, Corp. (TWN) in partnership with Southeastern Arizona and Southwestern New Mexico Electric Cooperatives now offers Digital Phone service as part of their broadband product offering.Wi-Power Digital Phone service, commonly known as VoIP, (Voice over Internet Protocol) uses a high-speed Internet connection to make and receive telephone calls instead of traditional copper phone lines. This technology eliminates the need for consumers to keep a traditional landline telephone. “Many of our rural consumers have limited access to cellular phone service. Land line services are expensive and frequently suffer quality related issues. This product offers significant savings to our subscribers” says Colin Wood, CEO of TWN.
Customers who bundle phone service with their Wi-Power High-Speed Internet will be able to make unlimited local and long distance calls in the lower 48 states, Canada and Puerto Rico for as low as $19.95 per month. Over 6,000 consumers in Arizona and New Mexico use Wi-Power for their Internet connection and now have the option to add local and long distance phone service. Jack Blair, Chief Member Services Officer for Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative says, “I was part of the trial period for this product; my experience and the feedback I got from other co-op members was great. The service is reliable and offers the same features as my traditional phone like 911, Caller ID and Call Forwarding. Best of all, Wi-Power Digital Phone costs less than typical phone service - we are pleased to bring our members additional value through this new offering.”
About TransWorld Network, Corp.
TWN currently partners with over 115 rural electric cooperatives throughout the country to provide cooperative branded communications programs for their members. Product offerings include: Internet access, digital phone service and several forms of long distance services - all branded on behalf of its’ rural electric cooperative partners.
For more information about Wi-Power and TransWorld Network, Corp. contact:
Ami Rodriguez, Manager – Marketing & Channel Support
877-877-6861
www.twncorp.com
www.wi-power.com/digitalphone.html
PRESS RELEASE - AZNEX Cooperative Services and TWN Form Partnership to Expand High-Speed Internet Program
DUNCAN, AZ/TAMPA, FL—June 17, 2008
Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc. (DVEC) and its wholly owned subsidiary, AZNEX Cooperative Services, have entered into a partnership agreement with TransWorld Network, Corp. (TWN) to provide high-speed Internet access to customers in Arizona and New Mexico.
The Internet service, provided by TWN, is called Wi-Power®. Wi-Power is high-speed wireless Internet access designed to serve customers throughout Southeastern Arizona, as well as parts of Southwestern New Mexico. Almost 2,000 customers currently have high-speed Internet access through AZNEX and TWN will work with AZNEX to migrate these customers to TWN’s Wi-Power network facilities. As a result, consumers will receive improved system performance and more service options. Jack Shilling, CEO of DVEC expressed, "This partnership is a great opportunity for AZNEX to bring higher speeds and 24 hour technical support to its subscribers. We look forward to TWN bringing additional value to our Internet community." Colin Wood, CEO of TWN stated, “Wi-Power will improve the broadband experience for AZNEX customers. TWN is pleased to be partnering with AZNEX to bring additional service value to consumers.”
Wi-Power users receive a high-speed connection to the Internet with available download speeds starting at 384 Kbps going up to 1.5 Mbps for residential customers. Wi-Power users connect to the Internet using an antenna and a modem located at their business or residence that sends a wireless signal to TWN’s equipment located nearby. Wi-Power does not require satellite systems, a cable connection or even local phone service. TWN will also provide installation, billing and customer service support to AZNEX Internet customers.
About Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative / AZNEX Cooperative Services
Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative (DVEC) is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative. Incorporated in 1947, DVEC provides electric power to approximately 2,500 homes, farms, ranches, schools and businesses in southern Greenlee County in Arizona, as well as parts of Grant and Hidalgo Counties in New Mexico. AZNEX Cooperative Services is a subsidiary of DVEC offering additional products and services to cooperative members and surrounding areas.
About TransWorld Network, Corp.
TWN currently partners with over 115 electric cooperatives throughout the country, including SSVEC and TRICO Electric Cooperatives in Arizona, to provide cooperative branded communications programs for their members. Product offerings include several forms of Long Distance service, Internet service and related ISP support services all branded on behalf of its’ electric cooperative partners.
Contact:
Steven Lunt
AZNEX Cooperative Services
P.O. Box 440
Duncan, AZ 85534-0440
Phone: 928-359-2503
stevel@dvec.org
Ami Rodriguez
TransWorld Network, Corp.
6800 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Suite 100
Tampa, FL 33614
Phone: 800-253-0665 x2722
arodriguez@twncorp.com
PRESS RELEASE • TRICO Electric Cooperative Partners with TransWorld Network, Corp. to offer Wireless Broadband Internet to Consumers
MARANA, AZ/TAMPA, FL — January 8, 2007
TRICO Electric Cooperative, Inc. has entered into a partnership agreement with TransWorld Network, Corp. (TWN) to provide TRICO members with high speed fixed wireless broadband Internet access.
The Internet service provided by TWN, called Wi-Power®, is secure, high-speed wireless access and the next generation of connectivity for residential and business customers. Wi-Power provides a true high-speed wireless connection to the Internet and is designed to reach areas currently underserved by communication providers. Customers are able to connect to the Internet using an antenna and a modem located at their business or residence. Wi-Power does not require satellite systems, a cable connection, or even local phone service. “Consumers are seeking broadband services to fulfill business and personal needs. The challenges of providing members with affordable, reliable broadband services in TRICO’s service area will be met by combining access initiatives which TRICO has undertaken along with TWN’s technical and service expertise” Colin Wood, CEO of TWN stated.
TRICO currently offers dial-up Internet access and long distance service through TWN. The companies will work together to introduce existing customers to the new high-speed offering as well as attract new customers to the service through joint marketing efforts. Initially, Wi-Power will service the immediate Marana area, but will be available to adjacent communities as the network expands. TransWorld Network will also provide billing and customer service support to TRICO Internet and long distance customers. “TRICO serves its fast growing base of members with reliable affordable electric power and certain value added services. We are pleased to be able to work with TWN to extend broadband services to our members as well as consumers adjacent to our service territory” Marsha Johnson, Manager, Marketing & Services of TRICO stated.
About TransWorld Network, Corp.
TWN currently partners with over 115 rural electric cooperatives throughout the country to provide cooperative branded communications programs for their members. Product offerings include several forms of Long Distance service, Internet access and related ISP support services all branded on behalf of its rural electric cooperative partners.
About TRICO Electric Cooperative
TRICO Electric Cooperative is a member owned electric distribution cooperative. Established in 1945, TRICO provides electric power to approximately 36,000 homes and businesses in parts of rural and suburban Pima, Pinal and Santa Cruz counties.
For more information about Wi-Power and TransWorld Network, Corp.:
Ami Rodriguez, Manager, Marketing & Channel Support
813-890-2722
arodriguez@twncorp.com
www.twncorp.com
www.wi-power.com
For more information about TRICO Electric Cooperative:
Marsha Johnson, Manager, Marketing & Services
520-744-2944
www.trico.coop
PRESS RELEASE • SSVEC Enters Agreement with TransWorld Network, Corp. to Offer Wireless Broadband Internet
WILCOX, AZ/TAMPA, FL—April 8, 2005
Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc. (SSVEC) has entered into a business agreement with TransWorld Network, Corp. (TWN) to provide SSVEC members with next generation, high-speed, fixed wireless broadband Internet access.
At the present time, more than 400 SSVEC members have high speed Internet access through SSVEC’s Bright Connect program. Jack Blair, Chief Marketing Officer for SSVEC stated, “This business arrangement will benefit these existing customers and new ones through improved system performance along with lower prices.” He continued, “TWN partners with more than 115 electric cooperatives nationwide to provide Internet and long distance services. As a result, TWN can offer 256 Kbps service for just $39.95 per month.”
The high-speed Internet service provided by TWN, called Wi-Power®, is designed to reach underserved, rural areas. Wi-Power® is the next generation of connectivity for rural residential and business customers offering Wi-Max compliant features. Wi-Power users receive a wireless connection to the Internet with speeds starting at 256 Kbps. “The Wi-Max standard embodied by Wi-Power will greatly improve the broadband experience for SSVEC’s members,” Colin Wood,
CEO of TWN, stated. “TWN is pleased to be in this business arrangement with a successful provider such as SSVEC to deploy the new Wi-Power service.”
Blair also emphasized the benefit of a toll-free number for customers to contact a help desk. He added, “ Sierra Vista will see equipment upgrades starting in the next month or so.”
TWN will work with SSVEC to transfer the cooperative’s Bright Connect customers to TransWorld’s Wi-Power facilities. TransWorld Network will also provide billing and customer service support to SSVEC Internet customers. TWN currently provides branded communications programs for electric cooperatives across the nation. Product offerings include long distance service, Internet access and related ISP support services all branded on behalf of TWN’s rural electric cooperative partners.
Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative. Incorporated in 1938, SSVEC provides electric power to approximately 40,000 homes, farms, ranches schools and businesses in most of Cochise County and portions of Santa Cruz , Pima and Graham counties.
For more information about Wi-Power or TransWorld Network, Corp. contact:
Ami Rodriguez
813-890-2722 or
arodriguez@epowerc.com
For more information about Bright Connect or SSVEC contact:
Wayne E. Crane
520-384-5510
waynec@ssvec.com