Audrey Briand, Director of relations with local authorities
Just a few days after Cyclone Chido devastated the territory of Mauritius, TDF's teams were operating under extreme conditions:
Although TDF's fleet of 62 sites was severely affected by the cyclone, the teams lost no time in starting the rebuilding effort.
To respond to the emergency and restore communication channels for the Mahorais as quickly as possible, TDF is taking action, aiming for full restoration of mobile networks and audiovisual channels by the end of the first quarter, and full, permanent restoration of its equipment by the summer.
The last few hours of 2024 were no picnic for TDF's teams, who had to react urgently to an arson attack on the pylon in Cenves (69), near Mâcon (71).
Cables (feeders) burned several meters into the pylon, affecting the terrestrial network and interrupting the broadcast of many TV channels, including those of the France Télévisions group, for almost 800,000 viewers.
The cell phone network was also affected around the commune of Cenves.
Nevertheless, thanks to the unfailing commitment of TDF's teams, the network was restored in record time, less than 48 hours after the fire, enabling everyone to watch New Year's Eve on the small screen!
A complaint has been lodged and the investigation is still underway to identify the perpetrators. Material damage for TDF was limited, as the technical building was not affected and the tower remains sound, thanks to the fire-fighting measures deployed.
In December, TDF had the pleasure of inaugurating a new telecommunications site, built by the Group to boost mobile coverage in the Alpine region, alongside the elected representatives and public authorities of the Maurienne Valley in Savoie.
The inauguration, organized by the Fédération française des Télécoms, took place in a convivial atmosphere in the presence of Valloire mayor Jean Pierre Rougeaux, sub-prefect of the Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne district Karima HUNAULT, Savoie departmental councillor for digital infrastructures Annick Cressens, and representatives of the four mobile operators.
TDF was honored to be present at the event, represented by Patrice Bargas, South-East Regional Director, and Serge Ferlay, Alps Heritage Manager.
At the end of December, Julien Ferderin took over as Regional Manager for Overseas France.
Having joined TDF in 2011 as purchasing project manager, Julien Ferderin has gradually broadened his skills, distinguishing himself in the fields of pre-sales, business development and the management of TDF's major projects in overseas France.
He succeeds François Boudé, who has left TDF to focus on new projects.
TDF is present throughout the French Overseas Territories: Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Guiana, Reunion Island, Mayotte, French Polynesia, New Caledonia, as well as Wallis and Futuna and Saint-Pierre and Miquelon.
Once again, TDF had the pleasure of meeting its partners, customers and local elected representatives at the Salon des maires et des collectivités territoriales in November.
Three intense days of inspiring meetings and exchanges. Whether you're looking to support your local digital development projects, deploy high-performance mobile connectivity within your buildings, or find the right balance between your digital infrastructure needs and the preservation of landscapes and biodiversity, TDF was there. Your presence and your feedback encourage us to pursue our mission: to support territories with innovative and responsible solutions.
TDF was present at the French Real Estate Industry Show (SIMI), in Paris, to discuss with all the players in the ecosystem the importance of 4G and 5G connectivity for building intelligent, sustainable and high-performance buildings.
In fact, this was the theme of the cocktail party co-organized by TDF and the SBA (Smart Buildings Alliance): a great moment of conviviality and sharing of ideas with a view to building the city of tomorrow.
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