Nexfibre passes two million premises
Nexfibre has achieved a significant milestone in its fiber network deployment, announcing that its full-fiber network now reaches two million premises across the United Kingdom. This achievement, accomplished in just two years through its partnership with Virgin Media O2, makes Nexfibre the fastest-growing alternative network provider in the country.
The company has distinguished itself by becoming the UK’s second-largest alternative network provider, surpassed only by the incumbent Openreach in terms of premises connected in 2024. This rapid expansion demonstrates Nexfibre’s commitment to improving digital infrastructure in underserved suburban and semi-rural areas.
“Reaching two million premises is testament to the dedication of our team and the support of our partners and investors,” said Rajiv Datta, Chief Executive Officer of Nexfibre. “It reflects our commitment to building a network that prioritizes underserved communities and creates a real and lasting impact – most of all by driving economic growth and improving living standards across the UK.”
Technical Excellence and Innovation
Nexfibre’s rapid deployment success is attributed to several key factors:
- High build density approach
- Stringent quality control measures
- Comprehensive auditing processes
- Exclusive use of 10Gbps XGS-PON technology
As a wholesale-only provider, Nexfibre focuses exclusively on developing and maintaining advanced fiber infrastructure that serves multiple Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and businesses. Through its partnership with Virgin Media O2, the network currently supports broadband speeds of up to 2Gbps.
Market Impact and Future Vision
The collaboration between Nexfibre and Virgin Media O2 is set to create the UK’s first national-scale challenger to Openreach, enhancing market competition and consumer choice. This aligns with the broader national objective of establishing robust digital infrastructure to support economic growth and innovation across all sectors.
“Our work is far from done,” Datta emphasized. “Our mission is to be part of a network platform that drives sustainable, nationwide competition, provides a genuine alternative to Openreach, and transforms access to broadband across the country.”
This infrastructure development supports the current government’s mission to build a stronger, more inclusive economy by improving digital connectivity across the United Kingdom. The initiative particularly focuses on addressing the digital divide in previously underserved areas, contributing to long-term economic growth and improved living standards.
Original source: https://www.nexfibre.co.uk/nexfibre-network-passes-2-million-premises/
