The Administración Nacional de Usinas y Transmisiones Eléctricas (UTE) this month announced it is to remove the fiber cables laid illegally by several private companies that use its columns and power lines without official authorization. However, in real-world installations, whether underground, aerial, or in harsh industrial environments, fiber cables can and do fail. Understanding the common causes of. Uruguay boasts a technology literacy rate of more than 98%, the highest in South America, with telecommunications networks that are 100% digital. Explore cable routes, landing stations, system status and infrastructure updates. Your browser does not support JavaScript! Learn more about Antel Uruguay.