Wire 3 has reached the halfway point in its Palm Bay project, with crews completing 50% of the fiber-optic network upgrades as of early April. The company confirmed the milestone during a site visit to the 12-mile stretch between the Palm Bay Municipal Airport and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. This phase includes installing underground cables and upgrading existing infrastructure to support higher data speeds.
The project, which began in late 2023, aims to expand broadband access to 15,000 households and businesses across the southern part of the county. Wire 3 officials said the work is on schedule to be fully completed by the end of 2025. Construction crews have been working Monday through Friday, with minimal disruptions reported by local residents. Palm Bay Mayor Jeff Soto praised the progress during a recent town hall meeting, calling it a "critical step toward modernizing our community's digital infrastructure."
Residents along the route have seen increased activity in recent weeks, with yellow construction signs marking the work zones. The company has partnered with Brevard County to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including avoiding sensitive wetland areas near the Indian River. Wire 3 spokesperson Sarah Lin said the team is "focused on delivering reliable service while respecting the unique needs of this region."
The expansion is part of a larger statewide effort to improve internet connectivity in rural and suburban areas. Wire 3's Palm Bay project is one of three major initiatives underway in Brevard, alongside similar work in Titusville and Cocoa. The company has not disclosed the total investment for the project but said it will create approximately 200 temporary jobs during construction.