BT Group has placed the UK’s largest EV order, adding 3,500 electric vehicles to its fleet of over 27,000. Aiming for 8,000 EVs by 2026, this move aligns with its net-zero goal by 2031.
The UK government has awarded £289 million in Project Gigabit contracts to Openreach, boosting rural broadband access for 131,000 remote homes and businesses. This investment supports fibre-to-the-home networks in underserved areas, enhancing digital opportunities and promoting equity.
Hexa Capital Consultancy and Equinix have teamed up to enhance Asia-Pacific to U.S. connectivity via the groundbreaking MYUS cable. Targeting the burgeoning digital demands in Southeast Asia, this collaboration utilizes Equinix’s strategic data centers and a high-capacity fibre optic link to empower seamless international data connectivity.
Elisa and Nokia are pioneering the first 100G PON trial in Europe with Nokia’s Lightspan MF solution. This initiative not only promises unprecedented broadband speeds but also enables seamless integration of 25G, 50G, and 100G PON services on a single network.
Netomnia, a leading UK altnet provider, secured an additional £25 million from the National Wealth Fund to boost VoIP and broadband accessibility. This funding accelerates their fibre network expansion, targeting underserved communities. As Netomnia merges with Brsk, their VoIP services aim to reach 3 million premises by 2025.
Vocus has agreed to purchase TPG’s fibre and fixed network assets in a $3.35 billion deal, enhancing their digital infrastructure presence across Australia. The acquisition expands Vocus’s fibre network by 50,000 km, connecting major cities and offering competitive services to enterprise and government sectors.
In collaboration with Freshwave, EE has deployed 25 new small cells, revolutionizing the 4G and 5G network landscape. This first-of-its-kind initiative promises seamless mobile communication, optimizing bandwidth for VoIP calls in high-traffic areas.
Deutsche Telekom has joined the German Federal Association for Fiber Optic Connections (BUGLAS), marking a significant step in fiber infrastructure promotion. This move aims to enhance nationwide fiber expansion through partnerships. However, it has sparked mixed reactions, with critics concerned it might hinder Germany’s overall fiber rollout and benefit Deutsche Telekom’s market dominance.
Ofcom has introduced new regulations mandating that internet service providers (ISPs) clearly state whether their broadband uses full-fibre, part-fibre, copper, or cable networks. This aims to eliminate confusion among consumers by providing transparent information on network technologies. By making informed comparisons, customers can better choose the right internet services.
The recent rollout of full-fibre broadband in South Wiltshire under Project Gigabit marks a significant advancement for rural connectivity. With Wessex Internet’s efforts in Stapleford, homes and businesses will experience speeds up to 10Gbps. This strategic move ensures hard-to-reach communities benefit from superior internet capabilities, fostering growth and opportunities.
