What Unifique does

Unifique is a Brazilian telecommunications company founded in 1997, headquartered in Timbó (legal) and São Bento do Sul, operating across 17 states with a workforce of 1,001–5,000. The company delivers fiber-optic (FTTH) internet, mobile services (postpaid and prepaid), 5G FWA, subscription TV, streaming, fixed telephony, and an MVNO wholesale offering to both residential consumers and enterprise customers across Southern Brazil. Underlying infrastructure includes owned fiber networks, 5G spectrum assets acquired through the Amazônia 5G transaction and the 700 MHz rural spectrum concession, and in-house data center facilities.

The enterprise stack extends beyond connectivity into cloud infrastructure (virtual servers, bare metal, private cloud, cloud edge, S3-compatible object storage, colocation, and backup/disaster recovery), managed IT outsourcing (N1/N2/N3 support, IT automation, observability, 24x7 SNOC), and cybersecurity services (managed SOC, EDR, NGFW, continuous vulnerability management, security testing, cyber insurance). Connectivity solutions for business include dedicated internet, SD-WAN, MPLS, managed Wi-Fi, private 5G, and M2M. The company operates an extensive physical retail store footprint across hundreds of cities, complemented by phone (10580), WhatsApp, Telegram, mobile app, and online self-service channels.

The business model is anchored on recurring subscription revenue across consumer and enterprise segments, with bundled offerings (Unifique Tudo) tying fiber, mobile, and value-added services together to lift ARPU and reduce churn. Sub-brands include Unifique Mais (premium value-added tier), Unifique Play (streaming), and Conexão Garantida (mobile-data backup for fixed internet). The company is structured as a Sociedade Anônima (Unifique Telecomunicações S.A.) and demonstrates compliance with ISO/IEC 27001 and 27701 frameworks plus Brazil's LGPD data protection law. The acquisition strategy through 2025 and 2026 (Amazônia 5G, three regional ISPs, a Paraná broadband carrier, and potentially Ligga's 5G operation) signals a roll-up approach to consolidate regional telcos while extending geographic reach and entering the mobile segment. Strategic technology partnerships with ZTE and the Federal University of Santa Catarina underpin 5G infrastructure and talent development.

Name

Unifique

Legal name

Unifique Telecomunicações S.A.

Website

https://unifique.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Unifique is a Brazilian telecommunications company offering fiber-optic internet, mobile, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and managed IT services to residential consumers and enterprise customers across 17 Brazilian states, anchored by owned fiber networks, 5G spectrum assets, and in-house data centers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications Services

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Network Monitoring, Assurance & Managed NOC Services (SLA Ops) (HDAIAGAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Neutral Host & In‑Building Connectivity (DAS/Small Cells) (HDAIAGAC)

Keywords

• Fiber optic internet
• Mobile telecom services
• Cloud infrastructure
• Managed cybersecurity
• Enterprise connectivity

Headquarters

HQ city

São Bento do Sul

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Residential Internet Services: Fiber optic internet subscriptions for residential customers with various speed tiers and combo packages with mobile services
2. Mobile Services: Postpaid and prepaid mobile plans including 5G services, acquired through Amazônia 5G acquisition
3. Enterprise Connectivity: Dedicated internet, SD-WAN, MPLS, Wi-Fi Business, 5G Private, and M2M connectivity services for business customers
4. Cloud and Data Center Services: Virtual servers, backup as a service, disaster recovery, bare metal, colocation, cloud edge, private cloud, S3 object storage, and hosting
5. IT Outsourcing: N1/N2/N3 support, IT automation, continuous maintenance, database management, observability, and 24x7 SNOC
6. Cybersecurity Services: Managed security services, SOC operations, cyber insurance, security testing, vulnerability management, EDR, and NGFW
7. Subscription TV and Value Services: Subscription TV (TV por Assinatura), Wi-Fi mesh extenders, cameras, fixed telephony, Unifique Play, energy services, insurance, telemedicine, smart home services

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Unifique is a Brazilian telecommunications operator that delivers fiber optic internet (FTTH) and 5G mobile services to residential customers, bundled with subscription TV, streaming (Unifique Play), fixed telephony, security cameras, smart home, telemedicine, energy, and insurance offerings under the Unifique Mais umbrella. For enterprise customers, it provides dedicated internet, SD-WAN, MPLS, private 5G, M2M connectivity, cloud infrastructure (virtual servers, bare metal, private cloud, colocation, S3 storage, backup, disaster recovery), managed cybersecurity (SOC, EDR, NGFW, vulnerability management, cyber insurance), and tiered IT outsourcing with a 24x7 SNOC.

Product overview

Unifique is a Brazilian telecommunications company offering an integrated suite of services across consumer and enterprise segments. The core offering centers on fiber optic internet (Internet Fibra) and mobile plans (Fique Controle, Fique-Pré), which can be bundled through Unifique Tudo combos. For enterprises, the company provides dedicated internet, cloud infrastructure (Servidores Virtuais, Bare Metal, Cloud Privada, Cloud Edge), cybersecurity services (SOC, EDR, NGFW), and managed IT outsourcing. Additional value-added services include TV por Assinatura, Unifique Play streaming, telemedicina, security cameras, smart home solutions, and energy services. The portfolio operates across 17+ states in Brazil with extensive coverage through both owned fiber network and mobile infrastructure.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Unifique Mais: Additional services including Wi-Fi mesh, TV subscription, Unifique Play, cameras, fixed telephone, energy, insurance, telemedicine, smart home, investments, and FWA internet.
• Unifique Play
• Conexão Garantida

Products and services

• Internet Fibra (Residential Fiber Internet)

Quantifiable outcome

• 5G spectrum in strategic São Paulo frequencies and northern Brazil through Amazônia 5G acquisition
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ZTEcoreTechnology or Integration · 22 December 2025Strategic partnership between China's ZTE, Brazilian internet provider Unifique, and Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) to foster broadband technology innovation and talent training in Brazil. The agreement was signed at ZTE's Global Services Ecosystem Forum 2025 held in São Paulo. Building on the 2023 contract where ZTE serves as Unifique's core 5G provider, the partnership aims to accelerate technology implementation and local telecommunications talent development to support Brazil's digital economy.
• UFSC (Federal University of Santa Catarina)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 December 2025Partnership with Unifique and ZTE to foster broadband technology innovation and talent training in Brazil. The university collaborates on talent development initiatives to support Brazil's digital economy.
• Amazônia 5G (Amazônia Serviços Digitais e Telecomunicações)coreTechnology or Integration · 2 April 2025Unifique acquired 56.4% stake in Amazônia 5G for R$15 million (US$3 million), marking its entry into the mobile segment. The deal grants Unifique control of 5G spectrum assets including strategic frequencies in São Paulo state and licenses in the northern region.
• MHNETminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) partnership contract with MHNET for mobile services distribution.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• TIM Brasil: One of Brazil's four major national mobile carriers, with growing fiber and 5G FWA ambitions. National scale incumbent that competes with Unifique in mobile and enterprise connectivity segments.
• Vivo (Telefônica Brasil): Largest telecom operator in Brazil, offering mobile, fixed broadband, pay-TV, and enterprise services nationwide. Competes with Unifique in residential fiber, mobile, and enterprise IT/cloud segments.
• Claro Brasil (América Móvil): Major Brazilian telecom offering mobile, fixed broadband, cable TV, and enterprise services. National incumbent competing with Unifique across consumer and enterprise segments.
• Oi (Oi S.A. em Recuperação Judicial): Historic Brazilian national carrier emerging from bankruptcy restructuring with focus on fiber (Oi Fibra) and wholesale services. Competes with Unifique in residential fiber and enterprise connectivity.

Direct peers

• AmericaNet: Brazilian regional telecom offering fiber internet, fixed telephony, and enterprise connectivity to SMB and residential customers across multiple states. Operates a similar bundled regional carrier model to Unifique.
• Brisanet: One of Brazil's largest regional ISPs, listed on B3, providing fiber broadband and mobile services primarily in the Northeast with growing national presence. Comparable as a regional fiber + mobile challenger pursuing acquisition-led expansion in Brazil.
• Ligga Telecomunicações: Brazilian regional telecom operator headquartered in Paraná, offering fiber internet, mobile, and pay-TV to residential and enterprise customers in Southern Brazil. Unifique is actively acquiring Ligga's 5G operation, making it the most direct regional peer and consolidation target.
• Giga+ Fibra: Brazilian regional fiber ISP focused on smaller cities and underserved markets, providing residential fiber broadband with expanding service portfolios. Comparable as a regional fiber challenger using a similar go-to-market model.

Regional players

• Desktop (now Unifique's Paran\u00e1 subsidiary): Regional ISP in Paran\u00e1 that Unifique is acquiring. Operates fiber internet and corporate connectivity services in Paran\u00e1 state, directly overlapping with Unifique's expansion thesis in the region.
• Brasil TecPar: Brazilian regional telecom holding consolidating multiple regional operators (including parts of Ligga's wireline business). Directly relevant as a regional telco consolidator in Southern Brazil.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A7 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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