Derby joins Shelton as combined $4.2 million investment connects consumers
DERBY, Conn. (July 16, 2026)— GoNetspeed, the Northeast’s largest independent fiber internet provider, today announced that Derby is now officially connected, joining Shelton in gaining access to its 100% fiber network. Backed by a combined $4.2 million investment, more than 8,600 homes and businesses across the two communities can now access fast, reliable internet designed to deliver dependable connectivity for years to come.
As construction continues throughout the area and more homes and businesses are connected, those interested in joining GoNetspeed’s advanced fiber network can visit gonetspeed.com/ct/derby or gonetspeed.com/ct/shelton to sign up and get connected.
“Derby has officially entered a new era of connectivity,” said Tom Perrone, GoNetspeed Chief Operating Officer. “As more residents and businesses join our 100% fiber network, they’re gaining access to the fast, reliable service they deserve. This investment is about more than faster internet — it’s about providing Derby with the connectivity needed to support growth, opportunity, and innovation for years to come.”
With Derby and Shelton now online, the two communities join more than 40 others across Connecticut already served by the company, including Ansonia, Bridgeport, Danbury, East Haven, North Hamden, and Stratford, and soon Guilford and Madison through a recently announced $4 million expansion. As GoNetspeed expands its Connecticut footprint, it remains committed to delivering fast, reliable fiber internet built to meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s demands.
With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to customer service, GoNetspeed is accelerating the expansion of its fiber networks across 11 states, including Connecticut. GoNetspeed continues to deliver more fiber, more access, more speed, and better reliability to residents and businesses throughout our footprint. With access to 100% fiber internet, customers have access to symmetrical upload and download speeds, ranging from 500 Mbps to 6 Gbps. Learn more about GoNetspeed at gonetspeed.com.
About GoNetspeed:
GoNetspeed, a high-speed fiber internet provider serving residential and business customers in Maine, Alabama, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and West Virginia, formed a partnership with Oak Hill Capital (“Oak Hill”) in January 2021, allowing GoNetspeed to accelerate the expansion of its fiber network throughout the Northeastern U.S. Adding thousands of new service areas every year, GoNetspeed is one of the largest independent internet providers in the Northeast and is nationally recognized for ISP gaming speeds. For more information about GoNetspeed, or to inquire about service in your residence, business or community, visit gonetspeed.com.