Jonny RaeJonny Rae

Jonny has a passion for broadband and the traditional telco channel. His mission is to educate the nation on the full-fibre push within the UK, focusing on bringing all alternative networks into one coverage and comparison tool. He founded Fibrenews in July 2022.

Netomnia, Brsk & YouFibre Achieve Milestone of 2 Million Premises Serviceable in 2024

Netomnia, in collaboration with Brsk and YouFibre, has announced their full-year 2024 results, highlighting significant growth and solidifying their position as the UK’s second-largest alternative network provider. The group’s rapid expansion continues to reshape the broadband market, with a clear focus on scaling their retail and wholesale operations efficiently. Key Performance Highlights Jeremy Chelot, CEO … Read more

LightSpeed and Neos Networks Join Forces to Expand Gigabit Broadband Reach

The altnet LightSpeed, has announced a strategic partnership with Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading business connectivity providers. The collaboration is set to expand LightSpeed’s fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) and wholesale services, reinforcing its commitment to delivering gigabit broadband to underserved communities while strengthening its network infrastructure. With its advanced 10Gbps XGS-PON technology, LightSpeed ensures high-capacity, … Read more

Fibrenews Podcast – EP. 15 – Mark Pillow & Paul Gibbs – VoIP unlimited

In our latest episode, Jonny Rae sits down with Mark Pillow, Managing Director at VoIP Unlimited, and Paul Gibbs, Sales Director. Together, they explore how VoIP Unlimited is achieving impressive growth with their disruptive voice products and delve into the world of connectivity. The conversation covers several key topics, including the role of AI in … Read more

nexfibre Hits Two Million Premises Passed Milestone

nexfibre has reached a landmark milestone, announcing that its full-fibre network now passes two million premises and is ready for service. This achievement highlights the operator’s rapid progress in delivering high-quality fibre connectivity to underserved suburban and semi-rural areas, driving competition and innovation in the UK’s broadband market. Achieving this milestone in just two years, … Read more

Fibrenews Podcast – EP. 14 – Sean Royce – CEO Quickline

In this episode, Jonny Rae sits down with Sean Royce, CEO of Quickline Communications Limited. Quickline has secured an impressive four BDUK contracts to deliver gigabit-capable full fibre broadband to 170,000 rural premises. The total subsidy awarded amounts to £300 million. This makes Quickline the UK’s second-largest Project Gigabit regional delivery partner. In the episode (recorded at Quickline’s HQ) we delve into the challenges of delivering full … Read more

Gigaclear Names Andy Matthews as Chairman

Gigaclear, the rural broadband specialist, has announced Andy Matthews as its new Chairman, effective 1st January 2025. Currently Chief Investment Officer at Infracapital, Andy has served on Gigaclear’s board since 2019, overseeing significant milestones, including expanding its network to over 580,000 premises and connecting more than 130,000 customers. He succeeds Stephen Nelson, who is stepping … Read more

Fibrenews Podcast – EP. 13 – Jeremy Chelot – CEO YouFibre/Brsk & Netomnia

In this episode, Jonny Rae sits down with Jeremy Chelot, CEO of one of the fastest-growing “altnets” in the market. We discuss the YouFibre/Brsk merger, what it’s like to scale at such a pace, the details of securing investment, the importance of internal tech resources in scaling a business, and everything in between. A huge … Read more

IDNet Partners with MS3 to Expand Full Fibre Connectivity for Homes and Businesses

Hull-based full fibre network operator MS3 Networks has teamed up with IDNet, a premium UK internet service provider, to expand broadband options for homes and businesses across Hull, Scunthorpe, Grimsby, Immingham, Cleethorpes, and Mexborough. IDNet, established in 1996, is known for delivering fast and reliable internet to businesses and has recently expanded into home broadband, … Read more

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