FullFibre and Zzoomm have agreed to merge, creating a new combined footprint of 600,000 properties ready for service and a customer base of over 65,000. This move positions the newly enlarged group as a serious player in the market, with plans for further expansion through mergers and acquisitions.
Under the new structure, Zzoomm CEO Matthew Hare will step into the role of Executive Chairman, while FullFibre CEO James Warner will take the reins as Group CEO. Both leadership teams bring years of experience and expertise, setting the stage for ambitious growth and delivering outstanding broadband services to consumers, businesses, and wholesale partners.
By combining their complementary networks and operating models, the merged business will have the scale and resources to drive rapid customer acquisition, secure investment for future builds, and improve financial efficiencies. The partnership is also set to enhance wholesale offerings for ISPs, unlocking new revenue streams and strengthening their position in the market.
Subject to regulatory approval and final documentation, the merger is expected to complete in early 2025. We first herd rumours of the merger, thanks to Sky, back in November 2024 and it seems those rumours have wrong true!
Matthew Hare, CEO of Zzoomm, commented:
“Our focus has always been on delivering brilliant broadband and ensuring happy customers. We’ve grown rapidly through organic expansion and have always had our sights set on strategic M&A opportunities in this fragmented market. With the scale and infrastructure of this enlarged business, we’re in an even stronger position to continue our growth journey and consolidate the market further.”
James Warner, CEO of FullFibre, added:
“This merger is another major milestone in our journey to create a truly national digital backbone. Both companies share a commitment to delivering transformational full fibre connectivity with a focus on customer experience. After successfully integrating Digital Infrastructure and BeFibre into our operations, this next step will further accelerate our ambitions and cement our position as a leading provider in the UK.”
This merger marks a significant moment for the UK broadband market, as the combined entity looks to reshape the industry and deliver next-generation connectivity at scale.