WightFibre is a UK-based startup offering a unique broadband experience with a focus on full-fibre, ultrafast, and future-proof connectivity. Since its establishment in 2001, the company has been operating its own telecommunications infrastructure independently of BT Openreach, providing phone, TV, and broadband services to homes and businesses on the Isle of Wight. The WightFibre Gigabit Island Project aims to deploy full-fibre broadband to over 60,000 locations on the island by 2023, with the ultimate goal of connecting over 80,000 homes. Notably, the project has secured significant funding of over £110M from Infracapital Partners and NatWest Bank, including support from Broadband Delivery UK (BDUK). The company's commitment to expanding its network and innovative approach to broadband technology make it an attractive investment opportunity.
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About WightFibre
Taxonomy: Full-Fibre Broadband, Telecommunications Infrastructure, Ultrafast Broadband, Future-Proof Technology, Gigabit Island Project, Infracapital Partners, NatWest Bank, Broadband Delivery UK (BDUK), Fibre Optic Network, Telephony Services, VOIP, IPTV Services, Isle of Wight, Gigabit Internet
Funding Rounds & Investors (1)
View All| Funding Stage | Amount | Investors | Lead Investors | Date |
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| Private Equity Round | •••••• | 1 |
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08 Nov 2017 |
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