Copyright © 2019 Gigaclear Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Connecting Communities
Copyright © 2019 Gigaclear Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Connecting Communities
• Founded in 2010, Gigaclear Networks is responsible for the UK’s largest rural
Fibre-to-the-Premises (FTTP) broadband network with a specific emphasis on
delivering ultrafast, gigabit-speed connectivity to rural communities.
• We are primarily owned by Infracapital, one of Europe’s largest infrastructure
investment funds.
• We build new networks using commercial investment funds or in the hardest to
reach areas with the help of the BDUK rural broadband programme and Local
Body subsidies, which assist with the funding of the most rural builds.
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Hello
Where our funding comes from
24 BDUK
Projects
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70,000
RURAL
PROPERTIES
Who can use our network
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We build fully open access networks meaning any Internet
Service Provider (ISP) can sell over our network should
they choose to. Giving businesses and homeowners
quality of service and freedom of choice. The list of ISPs
available on our network can be found at
www.gigaclear.net
Why Fibre?
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Capable of ‘Ultrafast’ speeds 1000Mbps (1 Gigabit)
Can transmit data over a long distance – perfect for this type of network
Reliable broadband signal. Ideal for running all your home wireless connectivity
Can handle multiple users with multiple devices
Ability to manage very high bandwidth devices with no buffering
Future proof fibre
Families
Community services
Local businesses
Home workers
Get everyone online at the same time, without your internet connection
grinding to a halt. No buffering when you stream music, movies or gaming
and no competition over who gets to go online first.
Full fibre broadband delivers benefits to your whole community, including
pubs, libraries, surgeries, clinics and particularly schools, minimising
interruptions so online resources can be fully utilised.
Build your own empire or simply enjoy a day working from the comfort of your
own home with corporate-quality speed and reliability. Easy access to cloud
services and video conferencing makes communicating remotely more reliable.
Your business is now on the same digital playing field as your biggest
competition. Just being online gives you access to productivity tools and
video conferencing to you help uncover new opportunities and better serve
your customers. Whether you are just starting out, diversifying an existing
business or aiming to grow, an online presence will contribute to your
business development.
With ultrafast speeds you can utilise online messaging tools to video call friends
and family. These services are free and easy to use and help keep people in
touch in today’s online world.
Keep in touch
Online shopping & Banking
Take advantage of the convenience of online shopping portals for goods &
services. Manage accounts, pay bills and transfer money online.
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Your build map
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Your build map
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Wayleave map
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Build Process
http://streetworks.wiltshire.gov.uk/map.aspx
Build Process
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Reinstatement
We will reinstate all verges,
pathways and roads within 6
months of completion of the build
Reinstatement may be
dependant on weather, materials,
location and type of
reinstatement required
All work is in accordance of the
guidance by highways authority
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Timing
DESIGN MOBILISATION BUILD LIVEVALIDATION
Design of the network, cabinet
placement and POTs is determined.
Costs are calculated and the design/route of
the network finalised and approved
Wayleave letters issued, letters to residents, community
meetings and updates with local authority
POTs start to go live!
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