In the highly competitive UK consumer broadband market, Gigabit Networks, a relatively new challenger, is making waves by embracing modern, full-fibre infrastructure. Ben Hustwayte, the Head of Consumer Business at Gigabit Networks, sheds light on the company’s journey, its alliance with CityFibre, and the challenges faced in the dynamic broadband landscape. Expanding Reach: Midlands to … Read more
In a groundbreaking move, Lightning Fibre, the Eastbourne-based Full Fibre broadband network operator and Internet Service Provider (ISP), has inked a pivotal agreement with Southern Housing to roll out a state-of-the-art Full Fibre broadband network across homes in East Sussex. The collaboration, marked by the signing of a universal wayleave agreement, promises to revolutionize internet … Read more
In a strategic move to enhance connectivity in East Sussex, Lightning Fibre, the Eastbourne-based Full Fibre broadband network operator, has inked a significant agreement with Southern Housing. The collaboration aims to introduce a new Full Fibre broadband network, providing residents in East Sussex, Wealden, and Rother with faster, more affordable, and stable internet connections. Universal … Read more
In a rare and impressive milestone, Openreach engineer Mike Reeve has achieved an extraordinary 60 years of dedicated service, solidifying his position as one of the longest-serving employees in the history of Openreach, its parent company BT Group, and its predecessor, the General Post Office. Mike Reeve commenced his journey with the company on August … Read more
In a groundbreaking survey titled ‘With Every Fibre’, Openreach sheds light on the diverse and often unexpected aspects of a modern-day broadband engineer’s life. With over 2,500 Openreach workers participating, the report reveals that the role of an engineer in 2024 extends far beyond the technicalities of installing broadband or fixing cables. From assisting with … Read more
Submit your news below for your chance to be featured on Fibrenews.
