Faster broadband installed along the length of the Fylde coast via tram tracks

Tech firm ITS Technology has completed the installation of gigabit-capable internet from Fleetwood down to the Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone.

Work on the project started at the end of 2019 with the fibre optic cables being installed along the route of the trams using existing infrastructure.

There are estimated to be 14,000 properties within range of the fibre optic cables along the Promenade and tram route and as well as helping businesses along the route and at both enterprise zones, it will boost the internet speeds in homes and enable such things as 16K TVs in the future.

Through its approach to re-using existing infrastructure, Faster Britain builds are deployed faster than the competition by minimising disruption through intrusive, and often prolonged, digs. It also means connectivity can be installed in a matter of weeks, rather than months.

Daren Baythorpe, CEO of ITS said: “I am excited that our Blackpool network continues to develop at pace, and as part of our Faster Britain UK network the town is feeling the benefits of full fibre. Being part of our programme ensures that Blackpool exceeds the government’s goals for everyone in the UK to have access to ‘gigabit capable’ connectivity by 2025.

“For the last two years we have been working with the council, local businesses, groups and associations to really dig into what Blackpool needs and where.

“As the legacy copper-based network becomes obsolete and we move towards its switch off, our mission is to deliver full fibre, gigabit capable connectivity to where it is needed. The pandemic has highlighted just how vital a fast internet connection is to enable people to continue to keep in touch, particularly when circumstances are keeping us apart."

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