Embratel
About Embratel
Embratel is a telecommunications and digital infrastructure provider based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, founded in 1965. The company is a core subsidiary of Claro Brasil (América Móvil Group) and delivers enterprise connectivity, data communications, cloud enablement, and data center services across Brazil. Embratel operates a nationwide infrastructure platform that includes data centers, fiber backbone, satellite services, and international connectivity, supporting organizations with mission-critical and compliance-driven infrastructure needs.
Known for its extensive national fiber network, international subsea cable connectivity, and integration with Claro’s telecom ecosystem, Embratel serves enterprises, cloud providers, financial institutions, and public sector organizations requiring secure, locally hosted infrastructure. A notable milestone in the company’s evolution has been the integration of Embratel’s data center and IT services portfolio into Claro’s enterprise and digital services strategy, strengthening its position as a leading infrastructure provider in Brazil.
⚙️ Facility Highlights
Data Center Footprint:
- Multiple data center facilities across Brazil
- Presence in major economic and population centers
- Infrastructure designed to support national data residency requirements
Facility Design & Infrastructure:
- Enterprise-class data center environments
- Redundant power and cooling systems designed for high availability
- Colocation offerings supporting racks, cages, and private environments
- Facilities integrated with Embratel’s national fiber backbone and international links
Service Portfolio Overview:
- Colocation services
- Enterprise connectivity and interconnection
- Cloud connectivity and hybrid infrastructure enablement
- Disaster recovery and business continuity solutions
🔐 Security & Compliance
Infrastructure Resilience:
- Redundant power and cooling architectures aligned with enterprise availability requirements
- High-availability facility design supporting critical workloads
Physical & Logical Security:
- 24/7 monitoring and controlled facility access
- Physical security controls and surveillance systems
- Logical segregation of customer environments
Compliance & Standards:
- Infrastructure designed to support regulated industries
- Alignment with Brazilian data protection and regulatory frameworks
- Where certifications are not publicly disclosed, facilities are operated in accordance with professional data center standards
🌐 Connectivity & Carrier Access
Carrier Neutrality:
- Network-rich environments with access to multiple carriers and service providers
Network Capabilities:
- Nationwide fiber backbone across Brazil
- International connectivity via subsea cable systems
- Private connectivity, interconnection, and enterprise networking services
Connectivity Use Cases:
- Enterprises requiring resilient domestic and international connectivity
- Financial services and regulated industries
- Cloud providers and SaaS platforms
- Organizations deploying hybrid IT and business-critical applications
💼 Who It Serves
- Large enterprises and multinational organizations
- Financial institutions and regulated industries
- Cloud and digital service providers
- Government and public sector entities
- Organizations requiring Brazil-based infrastructure and data residency
