Vero Broadband, operating as Vero Fiber announced that it has officially completed the acquisition of BendTel following final regulatory approval from the Federal Communications Commission. The closing brings the long-standing Central Oregon telecommunications provider fully into the Vero organization.
The addition of BendTel's staff, infrastructure, and customer base further accelerates Vero's investment as a fiber internet provider in Central Oregon. Vero began deploying Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) services in several Bend neighborhoods, including the Portland Avenue and River West areas earlier this year.
With the BendTel transaction now complete, Vero is positioned to accelerate its residential fiber expansion into additional communities such as Old Bend and the Orchard District, bringing gigabit-class fiber connectivity to thousands of additional households.
Founded and headquartered in Bend, BendTel has built a reputation for dependable enterprise connectivity and customer service. Its fiber network, voice solutions, and long-standing relationships with Bend's business community complement Vero's broader strategy of expanding both residential and commercial fiber access.
Vero will continue to invest in new fiber construction while integrating BendTel's operations, customers, and local expertise into the Vero Fiber platform
The acquisition closed on December 1st, 2025.
Sunita Krishna, CEO of Vero Broadband
Finalizing this acquisition is a meaningful step in our growth across Central Oregon. BendTel has been a trusted partner for enterprise and commercial clients for more than two decades and we are excited to integrate their experienced team and well-built network as we continue delivering fast, reliable fiber service with a local touch
Tom Barrett, CEO of BendTel
As we looked toward the future, joining Vero was the right move for our customers and our employees. Vero brings additional scale, resources, and a commitment to the region that will allow the combined organization to move faster and serve even more of Central Oregon
