A recent survey from bOnline has shown that many SMEs are unsure about the availability of altnet in their area, with confusion over the UK’s broadband roll-out strategy.
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Openreach’s fibre network in Greenock has now passed its first 2,000 properties including St Patrick’s and Whinhill primary schools and Notre Dame High School.
Engineers are continuing work in the town centre this month, expanding into the Bow Farm, Gateside, Drumfrochar, Barr’s Cottage and Cowdenknowes areas before Christmas.
Openreach aims to reach most local homes and businesses over the next 12-18 months. Build partner Morrison Telecom Services (MTS) is helping to deliver the Greenock upgrade.
Martin Hagan, Chief Engineer for the Greenock build, said: “This is a major infrastructure upgrade, so there will be more engineering teams, equipment and vans around town, and we're working closely with Inverclyde Council to keep disruption to a minimum.
“We’re using the latest technology, like tiny underground cameras that inspect ducts for blockages, to help us avoid digging up the streets wherever possible.”
Councillor Michael McCormick, Inverclyde Council’s convener of environment and regeneration, added: “The internet is now an everyday part of our lives so it’s vitally important for households, businesses and our schools to have access to fast, reliable connections."
Openreach plans to roll out the new technology to 25 million homes by the end of 2026, including most homes in Gourock, Kilmacolm and Wemyss Bay.
