If you didn’t know, a couple of times a year, thinkbroadband.com releases a document named “The State of Broadband” report, which provides some key metrics in the full fibre world. Specifically, they feed “RFS” data from all the major networks, so they can provide the most accurate report on how large an “alt net” footprint … Read more
Freedom Fibre has just hit a major milestone, connecting over 20,000 homes across the North West and West Midlands to their full fibre network. With towns like Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe, Leek, Urmston, Northwich, and Whitchurch now benefiting, residents can access ultra fast full fibre (up to 1GB), thanks to Freedom Fibre’s cutting-edge XGS-PON technology (capable of … Read more
After three and a half years as CEO of B4RN, Michael Lee will be stepping down on September 1, 2024, as he relocates abroad due to his wife’s new work opportunity. Tom Rigg, who has been with B4RN since its founding and served as COO, will step into the CEO role. Michael will continue to … Read more
Grain Connect has just set a new record, installing full fibre broadband in just 29 minutes! The installation took place at a new-build home in Telford, showcasing the efficiency and speed of Grain’s team. Grain’s previous record was 36 minutes (still extremely impressive), and this achievement highlights the exact benefits alternative networks can bring to … Read more
Eastbourne-based full fibre network operator and ISP, Lightning Fibre, has announced a wholesale agreement with CityFibre, enabling Lightning Fibre to expand its reach and offer its full fibre broadband services to customers across Brighton & Hove and Worthing. Stefan Stanislawski, CEO at Lightning Fibre, said: “Customers across Eastbourne, Hastings, Heathfield and Hailsham are already making … Read more
Spring Fibre has announced a partnership with Triangle Networks to integrate solutions for Spring’s ISP partners and connect business customers to their ultrafast broadband network. Sales & Marketing Director, Andrew Skipsey said, “I’ve known Paul Anslow, Triangle’s founder for many years and have been pleased to draw on his expertise to complete our business readiness … Read more
July has seen a bumper month for Home Telecom, securing 3,800 new broadband customers, with 50% (1,980) also choosing to take out a new energy supply. Home Telecom has been servicing a niche within the rented property arena for the past thirteen years by structuring competitive partnerships with the UK’s largest letting agents and referencing … Read more
Cornwall-based broadband provider Wildanet has announced a groundbreaking partnership with global telecoms giant Nokia to speed up the deployment of its gigabit-enabled Full Fibre network across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. This collaboration leverages Wildanet’s local expertise and Nokia’s international experience in major network deployments. Justin Clark, Wildanet’s Chief Strategy & Technology Officer, said: … Read more
GoFibre, celebrating a year of its GoFurther Fund, has awarded grants to three charities in Aberdeenshire and Angus. Each charity received £3,000 from the £50,000 fund aimed at transforming local lives through work experience opportunities, skills development, health promotion, and climate change initiatives. The Haven in Aberdeenshire, Kirrie Connections, and North East Sensory Services in … Read more