Duncan Griffiths

Latest #BTwatch Weekly Briefing: 📈 Openreach Fibre Build Director Georgia Grimes laid out the latest FTTP progress 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 The final Scottish 4G Infill mast was hooked up to EE’s network 🌧️ Openreach and nexfibre jointly dampened expectations of imminent 25G PON and 50G PON launches 🌐 Full briefing includes updates on ambitions to offload Irish business, confirmed legal panel, key new hires and partnerships, and much more... Read the full briefing: https://lnkd.in/eiQM7NYg ⚡ Weekly Briefings are new for 2024, crafted exclusively for those who need to be in the know by our authoritative editors and analysts. Subscribers get the full picture in one place online or by newsletter. Now available for Digital Infrawatch, Vodafonewatch, BTwatch, Deutsche Telekomwatch, Telefónicawatch. From TelcoTitans — #1 for EMEA Telco & Digital Infra Leaders. #TelcoTitans #Telecoms #BT BT Group #Openreach #EE #UK #Network #Fibre #ConnectedNorth #4G

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New data from UK telecoms regulator Ofcom has shown further throttling back on rollout plans by the country’s fibre players, amid more constrained financial circumstances. Read the full article on TelcoTitans: https://lnkd.in/gwYDeUgC #TelcoTitans #Telecoms #UK #Fibre #FibreCos #Network #Ofcom #BDUK

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Interesting numbers published by the INCA - Independent Networks Co-operative Association showing that altnet providers passed 12.9 million premises with fibre, compared to the 12.8 passed by Openreach by the end of 2023. From an altnet perspective there is still plenty of work to do with penetration, which sees them connect half that of Openreach, but it is refreshing to see altnets taking on the incumbents. It will be a year of change and consolidation as we have already seen with providers merging as they try to increase their footprint and market position. https://lnkd.in/eJVEBruR

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Our CEO Rajiv Datta spoke at ISPA UK’s Business Summit alongside Andrew Kernahan, Ana Baide, Richard Allwood, Tim Creswick and Wil Wadsworth on the evolution of the fibre market. UK connectivity is at a crossroads. Though the emergence of altnets has injected much-needed competition into the market, historical underinvestment means the UK lags behind other developed economies on full-fibre broadband. Rajiv Datta said: I firmly believe that by prioritising competition, investment and innovation, policymakers can foster the development of a dynamic, consumer-centric telecoms market that will power the UK’s digital future. https://lnkd.in/eexYmnMw

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New Ofcom rules demand clarity on broadband tech. No more 'fibre' confusion! At Grain, we've always been crystal clear: our network is 100% Full Fibre. Read our blog to learn more: https://zurl.co/1UVe #BroadbandTransparency #NoFakeFibre

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Continuing his presentation at #SSGS, Craig Thomas the CEO of the Broadband Forum tells the audience that if broadband is to be services led in the future it must have excellent connectivity, a great user experience and service agility. Thomas tells the conference that there are five key challenges facing operators today - monetizing of new services, service differentiation, #multiservice #broadband networks, convergence including #satellite and #agilenetwork service delivery.

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Ofcom's New Guidance To Stop Fibre Product Confusion Comes Into Effect Today 👀 Back in December 2023, Ofcom announced they were issuing new guidelines to improve broadband information for consumers. Broadband providers must clearly describe the underlying technology of their services using terms like ‘cable,’ ‘full-fibre,’ or ‘copper’ at the point of sale, contract information, and summaries. The term ‘fibre’ alone is now considered ambiguous and should not be used to describe underlying technology. These changes aim to help consumers make informed choices and will take effect today - September 16, 2024. Selina Chadha, Ofcom’s previous Director of Connectivity, added these comments back in December 2023 when Ofcom first announced the movement: “Today’s guidance is designed to address customer confusion surrounding the different network technologies underpinning broadband services. By requiring clear, straightforward information on network technologies, consumers will have a better understanding of the characteristics of their broadband service, so that they can compare services more easily and choose the best one to meet their needs.” The “altnet” industry has been calling for such changes since the start of the “Full Fibre Boom”, we recently had Alistair Goulden, Founder Of Swish Fibre (now part of the AllPoints Fibre) family, on the Fibrenews Podcast, where we discussed his efforts to launch a national campaign to raise awareness around “Fake Fibre” back in 2021. At Fibrenews, we created our own content to support consumers with understanding the difference between “part fibre” & “full fibre” (link to both in the comments). The action to support consumers and ISP’s is long overdue, and Jarlath Finnegan, CEO of AllPoints Fibre made a statement calling for the ASA to take action whilst Ofcom leads the charge and creates the formal awareness: “Ofcom’s new industry guidance is welcome. We have been saying for some time that consumers are being misled by providers who sell part-copper connectivity as ‘fibre’. We now need the Advertising Standards Authority to immediately follow suit. It’s little surprise that consumers aren’t engaging more heavily with the market when terms like ‘fibre’ are being used in an unclear way.” Full article in the comments 👀

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In a recent NRTC webinar, panelists discussed some possible pitfalls to the BEAD application process that could emerge for rural electrics and telcos in some states. Panelists from NRECA and NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association, suggested staying in touch with state broadband offices, as well as local authorities who may prefer to work with local rather than national or regional ISPs. https://lnkd.in/eQzh4yFS

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In a market dominated by fibre, licensed 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is increasingly becoming the top choice of connectivity for SMEs. Darren Morgan, COO at Comsol, reveals why businesses are making the switch: faster deployment, superior reliability, and seamless scalability. Read the full article here: #5gfwa #fwa #businessconnectivity #fixedwirelessaccess https://lnkd.in/dF_Z9uMQ

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More consolidation in the UK Fibre market with Netomnia and Brsk announcing a merger. Not a surprise given the amount of altnets in the market, and a trend that mirrors the MNO landscape of consolidation in order to pursue growth. Will be interesting to see what happens next. #connectivity #networks #merger #investment #innovation #mnos #fibre #business #enterprise #altnet #UK #fibre #property #realestate #growth #telecoms #telecommunications #technology

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🚀 Industry Game-Changer Alert! 🚀 Sky's new partnership with CityFibre is more than just a business deal—it's a seismic shift for the entire broadband industry. 🌐 By gaining access to CityFibre's expansive full-fibre network, Sky is not only enhancing its own offerings but also setting a new benchmark for the industry. This move signals a bold step towards the future of internet connectivity, where ultra-fast, gigabit-speed broadband becomes the standard rather than the exception. It's a clear message that the days of patchy, slow connections are numbered. 📈 For the industry, this partnership could spark a wave of innovation and competition, driving other providers to accelerate their own fibre rollouts. The race to deliver the best and fastest broadband is on, and customers are the ultimate winners! 🏆 #IndustryShift #Sky #CityFibre #FullFibre #BroadbandRevolution #TechNews

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Nexfibre Calls for Changes to Protect UK Fibre Broadband Market Network builder nexfibre, which is being supported by UK ISP Virgin Media (O2), has today warned that the progress on rolling out gigabit full fibre (FTTP) broadband networks across the UK remains “fragile” and it wants Ofcom to take “decisive action” to prevent the “mistakes of the past” (i.e. Openreach domination) from being “repeated“. So far Nexfibre has covered over 1 million premises across the UK with their new network and they’re currently in the process of investing another £1bn during 2024, which should enable them to cover an additional 1 million premises. The project reflects a £4.5bn joint venture between Telefónica, Liberty Global and InfraVia Capital Partners, which was setup in 2022 (here) and shares some of the same parentage with Virgin Media: https://lnkd.in/eUVGbr5E #ispreview #Nexfibre #fibre #broadband #FTTP #gigabit #telecoms

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#Altnet consolidation was a key topic at this year's #ConnectedBritain. What does a healthy #fibre market look like and how do we get there? We sat down with nexfibre CEO Rajiv Datta to discuss the company’s fibre rollout progress since hitting 1 million premises, investor tensions around market consolidation, and what a balanced and competitive #broadband market will ultimately look like. Check out the full interview here! 

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As people increasingly look to trade jobs in pursuit of more financial stability (without debilitating debt), one role worth considering is the broadband technician, according to Keith Busby. An industry veteran with over two decades of experience, Busby has watched telecom technology evolve from the dial-up days to the fiber-optic frenzy that has become the bedrock of modern internet today. Through that evolution, he has seen firsthand how crucial adaptability is in the field.  Learn more about broadband jobs in the investigative article "Stay Adaptable in Broadband and it will 'Take Care of You'" by Tommy Clift. https://lnkd.in/efeDXfZS

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As the full fibre landscape continues to evolve, the next level of broadband has arrived with download speeds up to 1.8Gbps for mind bogglingly fast internet access. But it was only very recently that we were calling 900Mbps the ‘ultimate broadband experience’. So what’s better about a 1.8 gigabit connection, and why would your customers even consider it? Well faster is always better, right? But the advantages go beyond that. Here are six good reasons why your customers might want to choose these new faster speeds. (And keep reading, because we’ll also be telling you why they might prefer a leased line instead)... https://lnkd.in/esEH5u7s #Zen #Partner #Blog #Broadband #Speeds

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🚀 Exciting News for UK Fibre Network Designers! Setics Sttar introduces game-changing features: ️⚡️ Network Cable Optimisation: This new feature is a game-changer, saving you valuable resources and significantly reducing costs through the mutualisation of cables. ️⚡️ Standalone Poles Management: Whether you want to use single poles for the drop or to generate aerial spans from a layer of points, this is what you need. Accurate pole accounting ensures cost accuracy, structural integrity, regulatory compliance, optimal performance, and community acceptance. By optimising network cables and accurately accounting for standalone poles, you’re not just saving time and money—you’re ensuring a robust, reliable, and compliant fibre infrastructure! 💬 Book a Setics Sttar demo: https://lnkd.in/eUKhTpB6 #software #FTTH #FTTx #projectgigabit #altnet #telecoms

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