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UTC Applauds FCC Adoption of Rules to Permit 5/5 MHz Broadband Operations and Lift the Freeze on Narrowband Applications in the 900 MHz Band

Arlington, VA—February 18, 2026— The following statement may be attributed to UTC President and CEO Rusty Williams. “The Utilities Technology Council supports the Federal Communications Commission’s adoption of new rules today that will enable electric, gas and water utilities and other critical infrastructure industries to deploy wireless broadband systems using the full ten megahertz of

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BEC Technologies Expands MX-220 5G Industrial Router Series for Edge Connectivity

BEC Technologies Expands MX-220 5G Industrial Router Series for Edge Connectivity Performance-driven, ultra-compact, fiber-ready, and OT-optimized models  RICHARDSON, Texas, December 2, 2025: BEC Technologies, a leading developer and manufacturer of 4G/LTE and 5G Wireless WAN connectivity solutions, today announced the MX-220 5G Series, a family of compact 5G industrial routers that deliver secure, always-on connectivity

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UTC strongly supports the Protecting America from Cyber Threats Act (S. 2983).

Press Statement The Utilities Technology Council (UTC), representing electric, gas, water, and utility telecommunications providers across the U.S. and their technology partners, strongly supports the Protecting America from Cyber Threats Act (S. 2983). Our members depend on trusted, secure information-sharing mechanisms to protect critical infrastructure and maintain the reliability of essential communications and energy systems. Extending these

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UTC Celebrates Success of 2025 Telecom & Technology Conference in Long Beach

UTC Celebrates Success of 2025 Telecom & Technology Conference in Long Beach Arlington, VA – June 26, 2025 — The Utilities Technology Council (UTC) proudly announces the successful conclusion of the 2025 UTC Telecom & Technology Conference, held June 16–19 in Long Beach, California. The four-day event brought together utility professionals, technology partners, and policymakers

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A message from UTC President and CEO Rusty Williams about the upcoming T&T Conference

Dear UTC Telecom & Technology Attendees, I appreciate your commitment to joining us at this year’s conference in Long Beach, California. We are aware of the ongoing civil unrest in certain parts of the greater Los Angeles area, and I want to take a moment to address any concerns you may have. Your safety and

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Rusty Williams, President & CEO of UTC, congratulates Arielle Roth on her nomination to NTIA

“The Utilities Technology Council (UTC) congratulates Arielle Roth on her nomination to lead the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). Ms. Roth accumulated a wealth of experience working in senior positions on the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and the Federal Communications Commission. UTC looks forward

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A message from UTC President and CEO Rusty Williams about the CA wildfires

On behalf of everyone at the Utilities Technology Council, I would like to express our deepest sympathy to all those affected by the devastating wildfires that have impacted southern California. Our thoughts are with the individuals, families, and first responders who are experiencing the loss, hardship, and disruption caused by these tragic events. Since my

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