PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago – In a significant development for Caribbean digital infrastructure, Liberty Caribbean has been announced as the Diamond Sponsor for the prestigious CANTO Connect 2026 conference. The telecommunications giant, which operates Flow, BTC, and Liberty Business networks, will play a pivotal role in shaping the region’s technological dialogue during the February 1-3 gathering at Hyatt Regency Hotel.
The sponsorship arrangement positions Liberty Caribbean at the forefront of critical discussions surrounding digital transformation throughout the Caribbean basin. The company’s CEO, Inge Smidts, is scheduled to deliver the keynote address on the conference’s opening day, establishing the thematic foundation for industry leaders and policymakers attending the event.
CANTO Connect 2026 operates under the ambitious theme “Elevate the Caribbean: From Connectivity to Global Competitiveness,” mirroring regional aspirations to enhance digital economic capabilities and international market positioning. The conference will serve as a platform for addressing pressing issues including intelligent connectivity solutions, innovation tailored to Caribbean cultural identity, and human-centric technological development.
Smidts emphasized the strategic importance of this partnership, stating: “Our Diamond Sponsorship transcends mere financial support – it represents our commitment to steering the Caribbean’s digital destiny. We are positioned to drive resilient network development, groundbreaking innovation, and equitable digital advancement across all communities we serve.”
The collaboration between Liberty Caribbean and CANTO demonstrates a unified vision to connect populations, empower commercial enterprises, and enable governmental functions through advanced telecommunications infrastructure and progressive policy frameworks. This alliance highlights Liberty Caribbean’s influential role as both catalyst and enabler of regional technological progress, placing the company at the heart of strategic conversations that will determine the Caribbean’s digital future.