Flow Revolutionizes Connectivity in Sint Maarten
Flow Sint Maarten has announced a substantial upgrade to its broadband connectivity, introducing internet speeds up to ten times faster than previous offerings. Unveiled on November 6, 2025, this development marks a pivotal moment in the island's digital transformation, setting a new benchmark for internet access and innovation.
The telecommunications provider emphasized that this enhancement is designed to significantly improve the online experience for both residents and businesses across the country.
Details of the Enhanced Service
The latest technology rollout by Flow extends its reach across several key areas of Sint Maarten. The upgraded network now covers regions from Cay Hill through LB Scott Road, encompassing the entire Cul de Sac basin, which includes South Reward, Saunders, St. Johns, and Ebenezer. Additionally, areas such as Middle Region, Dutch Quarter, Belvedere, and Sucker Garden are part of this extensive upgrade.
A notable aspect of this initiative is the commitment to existing customers:
- All current Flow customers will receive an automatic upgrade to the new, faster speeds at no additional cost.
- Customers in other areas not specifically mentioned in the primary rollout will benefit from a new minimum broadband speed of 50 Mbps.
Empowering Sint Maarten's Digital Future
Flow officials highlighted the broader implications of this connectivity boost for Sint Maarten. Susanna O'Sullivan, Vice President and General Manager, North Caribbean for Flow, stated, 'Today, we mark a defining moment in Sint Maarten's digital journey. With this upgrade, Sint Maarten joins the ranks of the world's most connected societies.' She added that the investment reflects Flow's 'unwavering belief in the island's potential to attract innovation, empower entrepreneurs, and strengthen the foundation for sustained digital growth.'
Yolande Headley, General Manager, Flow St. Maarten, underscored the transformative potential, noting, 'We are delivering speeds up to ten times faster. We are talking about gigabit potential, the kind of connectivity that places Sint Maarten alongside the world's most connected countries and cities.' Headley further emphasized that in today's world, 'connectivity is not a luxury. It is the foundation on which education, commerce, emergency response, and everyday human connection rest.'
Commitment to Advanced Infrastructure
This significant upgrade is part of Flow's ongoing commitment to investing in and modernizing its network infrastructure in Sint Maarten. The introduction of 'gigabit potential' speeds indicates a move towards advanced network capabilities, likely leveraging fiber-optic technology to deliver high-performance internet. Flow has a history of network enhancements and rebrands, including previous speed increases for residential wireless broadband packages in 2021, demonstrating a continuous effort to improve services.
The company's focus remains on bridging the digital divide and expanding access across the island, ensuring that more residents and businesses can harness the power of high-speed internet for various applications, from online learning and cloud-native businesses to seamless streaming and video communication.
5 Comments
Bella Ciao
Sint Maarten is stepping up its digital game. Great news for everyone!
Muchacha
Flow's reliability has always been an issue. Speeds are one thing, uptime another.
Bermudez
Don't believe the hype. We'll see hidden fees or throttled speeds soon enough.
Africa
This upgrade could significantly boost local businesses and education, which is a huge positive. Yet, it's crucial that Flow ensures equitable access and performance across all parts of the island, not just the highlighted areas, to truly bridge the digital divide.
Habibi
Finally, real speed! This is fantastic for the island's progress.