Faribault, Minn. & Milpitas, Calif. – July 17, 2025 – KGPCo, North America’s largest supply chain logistics supplier and systems integrator to communications service providers, and Tarana, creator of next-generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) broadband technology, today announced a partnership to meet the growing customer demand for robust FWA solutions that complement fiber infrastructure, particularly in areas where fiber deployment is cost-prohibitive or time-consuming.
The first of its kind, Tarana’s ngFWA platform is changing the landscape of the broadband industry by combining fiber-class performance with the deployment ease of wireless technology. More than 250 operators in 24 countries are deploying ngFWA to deliver better broadband more efficiently.
With over 50 years of service supporting the communications industry, KGPCo brings extensive experience and a robust supply chain to the partnership. KGPCo supports over 2,000 customers, including Wireline/Wireless Service Providers, Cloud Service Providers, MSOs, Utilities, OEMs, and Contractors, with solutions for every type of network build. The company operates nine primary Distribution Centers with over 2 million square feet of space and partners with over 2,600 OEMs, supplying more than 180,000 items.
“We’re excited to join forces with Tarana to extend high-performance broadband to communities using FWA technology,” said Joe Baeumel, Vice President, Strategy & Business Development, KGPCo. “This partnership strengthens our commitment to closing the digital divide through scalable, cost-effective solutions.”
The partnership was solidified by significant customer and state broadband office inquiries for Tarana’s solutions, filling a crucial gap in KGPCo’s existing FWA product portfolio. The main goal of this alliance is to efficiently deliver fast, reliable broadband and accelerate customer acquisition by providing FWA solutions that seamlessly integrate with and extend fiber networks.
“KGPCo’s extensive reach and supply chain expertise are invaluable in accelerating the deployment of next-generation fixed wireless access across North America,” said Basil Alwan, CEO of Tarana. “We are thrilled to partner with them to bring fiber-class broadband to more communities, efficiently closing critical gaps in the digital divide and expanding access to high-speed internet.”
About KGPCo
KGPCo is North America’s largest supply chain logistics supplier and systems integrator to communications service providers, MSOs, state and local enterprises and utilities. KGPCo can provide solutions for every type of network build, customized to meet your specific needs at scale, including the passive OSP materials and active electronics required to build and maintain your middle mile or last mile network. Along with our portfolio of supply partners, we provide comprehensive network solutions from core, transport, right down to the customers door, ensuring proper alignment with any federal funding requirements through Made in
America/BABA compliance and exceptions. No one is better suited than KGPCo in our industry to provide and deliver solutions to meet the needs of our customers.
About Tarana
Tarana’s mission is to accelerate the deployment of fast, affordable internet access around the world. Through a decade of R&D and over $400M of investment, the Tarana team has created a unique next generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) technology instantiated in its first commercial platform, Gigabit 1 (G1). It delivers a game-changing advance in broadband economics in both mainstream and underserved markets, using either licensed or unlicensed spectrum. G1 started production in mid-2021 and has since been embraced by more than 250 service providers in 24 countries. Tarana is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional research and development in Pune, India. Learn more at www.taranawireless.com.