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Wed, 23/07/2025 - 10:30
Truespeed Communications and County Broadband have “agreed in principle” merge to create a single operator covering 177,000 premises and 40,000 customers in rural communities in the south west and East Anglia.
The combined entity will be led by current Truespeed CEO James Lowther, and who will become CEO of the enlarged group.
The merger brings together two “highly complementary networks and teams“, combining Truespeed’s presence in the south west with County Broadband’s footprint across East Anglia.
Lowther commented: “This merger represents an important milestone for both companies and for rural broadband in the UK.
“Both companies have invested extensively in building ultrafast broadband for underserved parts of the country, and now we’re coming together to ensure those networks deliver the best possible experience for our customers.”
John East, Chairman of County Broadband added: “This merger is the logical next step for our business and our customers. Together with Truespeed, we’ll be able to help to bridge the digital divide.”
The new group, backed by Aviva Investors, will combine the strengths of both businesses to optimise future growth within its existing footprint, accelerating customer take up, providing a platform for future investment and further consolidation.
