Business focused UK broadband ISP, IT and Cloud solutions provider FluidOne has today become the latest operator to harness G.Network’s new 10Gbps capable Fibre-to-the-Premises (FTTP) network in Central London via a new wholesale agreement, which follows similar deals with other ISPs like Spitfire and Cerberus Networks.
The news comes only a few months after G.Network secured an additional investment of £85m from long term equity investor USS to support their “next phase of growth“ (here), which was on top of last year’s commitment by the same investor for “up to an additional” £150m (here).
In terms of the coverage that FluidOne will now be able to harness to better reach their customers, G.Network’s last accounts to March 2023 (here) stated that their XGS-PON based full fibre lines had covered a total of 330,000 “connectable premises“, although an independent estimate in July 2024 put them closer to 250k for premises that are actually ‘Ready for Service’ (here).
Kevin Murphy, CEO of G.Network, said:
“We’re delighted to partner with FluidOne as we continue to expand our business. Our commitment is to bring Gigafast speeds to more businesses and communities across the capital. By increasing access through wholesale partnerships, we can extend the reach of our powerful full fibre network.”
Chris Rogers, Chief Information Officer of FluidOne, said:
“G.Network are an excellent addition to expand our award-winning Platform One proposition. FluidOne help organisations maximise their IT and Cyber Security, underpinned by the best comms and connectivity solutions available through collaboration with our carefully selected partners. We’re looking forward to aligning with G.Network to bring next generation connectivity to more London-based businesses.”
FluidOne currently generates a £113m turnover, while also employing 540 staff and supporting the needs of 2,400 customers, including 200 channel resellers, with IT and Cyber Security managed services underpinned by connectivity and communications solutions.