Virgin Media Expansion - Lowestoft, South East England
Ohmyfibre Enables Gigabit Broadband for 25,000 Lowestoft Homes, Bridging the Digital Divide in Coastal Town
Ohmyfibre Enables Gigabit Broadband for 25,000 Lowestoft Homes, Bridging the Digital Divide in Coastal Town
Ohmyfibre, a leading provider of UK fibre optic infrastructure solutions, is proud to have played a key role in bringing gigabit broadband to over 25,000 homes and businesses in Lowestoft, Suffolk, for the first time. This significant expansion, driven by investment from nexfibre and delivered in partnership with Virgin Media O2, marks a major leap forward in Lowestoft's digital capabilities.
Ohmyfibre's expert teams were instrumental in building the full-fibre network infrastructure that underpins this transformative project. Leveraging cutting-edge Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) technology, residents and businesses in Lowestoft can now access Virgin Media's services, including Gig2 broadband with speeds up to 2Gbps – a staggering 36 times faster than the local average. This enhanced connectivity will empower Lowestoft residents to work remotely more effectively, enjoy seamless streaming and entertainment, and stay better connected with family and friends. For local businesses, gigabit broadband unlocks new opportunities for growth, innovation, and participation in the digital economy.
"Ohmyfibre is dedicated to building the infrastructure that powers human connection and economic progress," says Abu Baker at Ohmyfibre. "Our partnership with Virgin Media O2 and nexfibre in Lowestoft is a prime example of this commitment in action. By deploying reliable, future-proof full-fibre networks, we are helping to create digitally empowered communities where individuals and businesses can thrive."
The Lowestoft project is part of nexfibre's ambitious £4.5 billion investment to reach 5 million homes across the UK with full-fibre broadband by 2026. Virgin Media O2 is utilising this next-generation network to deliver its services, further extending its gigabit leadership across Britain. Ohmyfibre is proud to be a build partner in this nationwide initiative, contributing its expertise and scale to accelerate the rollout of essential digital infrastructure.
This successful deployment in Lowestoft underscores Ohmyfibre's proven ability to deliver large-scale, complex fibre infrastructure projects on time and to the highest quality standards. As the UK continues to build towards a fully connected future, Ohmyfibre stands ready to partner with telecommunications providers and network operators to bring the benefits of gigabit broadband to communities across the nation.
Carl Hill
Senior Project Manger, Virgin Media
Joe Thompson
Senior Delivery Manager, Avonline
Scott Buttery
Delivery Manager, Morrison Telecom Services
“They’re are with out a doubt experts on the Virgin network ”
Ohmyfibre have been critical to the success of the full region - not only have they over delivered ahead of schedule they have consistently maintained a high quality standard.
They’re are with out a doubt experts on the Virgin network bringing solutions as and when obstacles arise.
Carl Hill
Senior Project Manger At Virgin Media
“helping us deliver month on month over the committed volume, enabling us to hit record months twice in one year.”
They have been a key partner helping us deliver month on month over the committed volume, enabling us to hit record months twice in one year.
All deadlines set for Ohmyfibre have always been achieved as promised against an allocated delivery date, if not before.
Joe Thompson
Senior Delivery Manager At Avonline
“Over 20 builds passing a Nexfibre audit first time”
Ohmyfibre have played a vital part to Avonlines success in the North of England on the Virgin Media Contract for a number of years.
This has lead to them supporting our operation nationwide and growing their business to supply the demand put on them to deliver.
Ohmyfibre pride themselves on quality which has lead to over 20 builds passing a Nexfibre audit first time which falls in line with the Virgin Media ethos of Build right first time.
I can personally recommend Ohmyfibre as a combination of highly skilled engineers who are led by a driven professional who understands the demand that be placed on him to deliver.
Scott Buttery
Delivery Manager, Morrison Telecom Services
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