CityFibre, the UK’s independent full fiber network provider, has entered a long-term partnership with Sky, a UK broadband provider. Under the new agreement, Sky will deliver its acclaimed broadband service via CityFibre’s expansive full fiber network.
Sky’s Full Fiber Broadband is projected to be accessible through CityFibre’s network starting next year. This partnership is set to eventually extend to over 1.3 million homes, including those in remote regions, as part of CityFibre’s significant involvement in the Government’s Project Gigabit program.
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CityFibre is dedicated to upgrading its entire network to 10 Gbps XGS-PON, enabling an expanded symmetrical multi-gigabit product portfolio for its ISP partners.
Amber Pine, Managing Director of Connectivity at Sky, said, “Sky’s new partnership with CityFibre will mean we can provide fast, reliable and great value broadband to more homes across the UK. This will mean we are able to reach even more people with full fiber, which is essential for the modern home.”
Greg Mesch, CEO at CityFibre, emphasized, “This partnership with Sky is a huge vote of confidence in our business and has cemented CityFibre’s position as the UK’s third digital infrastructure platform. With demand for digital connectivity continuing to grow, CityFibre’s network can provide the quality and reliability that people need and the infrastructure competition the UK deserves.”
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