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Neos Networks wins contract to provide connectivity services for Scotland’s largest offshore wind farm

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The £3bn Seagreen project is due for completion in the North Sea in 2022/23 and will be one of the UK’s largest sources of renewable energy, powering over a million homes.

LONDON, UK, 19th January 2021 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity providers, has today announced it will provide the communications infrastructure for what will be Scotland’s largest offshore wind farm.

Once complete in 2022/23, Seagreen offshore windfarm will be capable of generating 1075MW from its 114 North Sea turbines – enough to power 40% of all Scottish homes. A joint venture partnership between SSE Renewables and Total is investing £3bn into the project, with onshore construction already underway and offshore construction due to get underway later this year.

Having been selected to spearhead the project following a competitive tender process, Neos Networks will be responsible for the installation of a comprehensive Wide Area Network (WAN) between the substation at Tealing, Dundee, and the operations centre in Montrose. The connection will provide offshore wind farm engineers based at Montrose with the visibility of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and technical equipment at Tealing needed to manage the distribution of power to the substation. This will maximise the operational efficiency of Seagreen and help it remain compliant from regulatory and health and safety perspectives.

The role of Neos Networks will be to facilitate the flow of data between the offshore wind farm’s planned substation and onshore operations centre, to allow for crucial data analysis. By enabling the transfer of data between on and off-shore sites, the UK telco will be providing access to important insights into power, temperature and energy trends.

Today’s announcement forms part of Neos Networks’ significant network expansion programme. The UK telco is committed to supporting the roll-out of business connectivity projects that will help futureproof the country and drive the nation’s digital ambitions.

Paul Clark, SSE Relationship Director at Neos Networks, said having reliable connectivity was essential to help support the smooth running of such a large-scale windfarm:

“Telecoms infrastructure companies like ours play a vital role in keeping businesses connected and their operations functioning properly. Given the complexity of this project, our vast experience in developing critical infrastructure projects will be essential. We’re also able to bring our expertise gained from other renewables projects to bear, as well as our access to cutting edge technologies.

“We have already delivered logistical support on 19 wind farms within SSE Group’s portfolio, so we look forward to supporting efforts to get Seagreen up and running. We are also proud to support the overall Seagreen offshore wind farm project which will play a huge role in helping the UK meet its Net Zero targets as well as provide an estimated £1bn boost to the nation’s economy.”

Mick McCaffery, Seagreen Systems Project Manager, added the experience of Neos Networks in servicing complex offshore renewables sites made it the best fit for Seagreen:

“Neos Networks has a strong pedigree in delivering wind farm network infrastructure and a comprehensive understanding of the consequences, should a wind farm become un-operational. As such, we are confident they will bring the necessary experience and expertise to deliver a solution that will help prevent such a scenario. We’re pleased to have a partner of this calibre on board, which will undoubtedly be to the benefit of the region and the country at large.

“The UK needs to be generating 40GW of offshore wind power by 2030 to contribute toward Net Zero targets, so projects with the scale and ambition of Seagreen will be vital components of that low carbon vision.”

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Neos Networks supports Telent to bring highly resilient connectivity to the UK’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency

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Ethernet network will be deployed to support Telent’s delivery of a new fibre-based network to ensure 165 of the HM Coastguard’s remote radio locations are connected 24/7, 365 days a year, helping to keep the public safe at sea

LONDON, UK, 12 January 2021 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity providers, today announces a partnership with Telent, a leading UK technology and network services company, to keep the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s (MCA) remote radio sites connected to support the public’s safety at sea.

Operating remote sites across the length and breadth of the UK, the MCA is in charge of public safety around the nation’s coastline and out at sea. The organisation’s most recent annual report reveals that the coastguard responded to over 31,000 incidents of distress and 999 calls in the last year showing its critical importance. However, with many of its coastguard radio sites located in remote, hard to access locations, finding appropriate network services that would ensure always available connectivity posed a challenge.

The project will see Neos Networks connect four data centres and utilise its existing expansive footprint to deploy a resilient Ethernet network directly into 165 of the MCA’s remote radio sites located around the UK coastline, supporting Telent to keep them online 24/7, 365 days a year.

Specialists in the design, deployment and management of key parts of the UK’s Critical National Infrastructure, Neos Networks and Telent have both become trusted partners for some of the UK’s most critical industries as well as blue light services.

The announcement comes during a period of significant network expansion for Neos Networks, with the company having recently announced plans to double their network reach, with over 550 BT exchanges due to be unbundled and over 30,000km of fibre network available by the end of 2021. Today’s partnership news further complements this expansion programme.

Joanne Green, Sales Director for Public Sector and Transport at Neos Networks, said: “Neos Networks has become a trusted voice in managing and deploying Critical National Infrastructure for some of the UK’s most vital organisations. Today’s announcement with Telent is a further example of this trust, and a testament to the work our deployment and management teams do on a daily basis to keep customer networks resilient and secure.

“As we continue to embark on a period of rapid growth and expansion, partnering with like-minded businesses such as Telent will be key in bringing high capacity, highly resilient services to more UK organisations, keeping our critical infrastructure safe and futureproofing the UK’s digital ambitions as a result.”

Peter Moir, Managing Director of Network Services at Telent, said: “At Telent, we pride ourselves on being at the heart of critical digital infrastructure. With a deep understanding of the blue light sector, in addition to our experience in delivering critical communications networks, we’re pleased to partner with Neos Networks to support the MCA with always-on, best-in-class connectivity.

The demands of a 24-hour search and rescue team means that downtime is never an option.  By being at the forefront of technology deployment, together we will ensure that the new network delivers performance and reliability, so we can support the important lifesaving work of HM Coastguard. Neos Networks is the perfect partner to ensure we’re able to deliver an efficient and reliable solution to help keep the public safe at sea.”

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Scotland’s digital infrastructure boosted with next generation connectivity from Neos Networks

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High capacity 100Gbps connectivity services delivered into DataVita data centre set to futureproof Scotland’s businesses and public sector organisations

LONDON, UK, 17 December 2020 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity providers, today announces that Scotland’s digital capabilities have received a significant boost with the delivery of critical, high capacity network infrastructure into the DataVita data centre, Scotland’s only purpose-built hyper-secure tier 3 facility.

As a provider of diverse connectivity directly into DataVita, Neos Networks is able to offer separate routes for the network into the data centre and public infrastructure, to maximise bandwidth, minimise latency and deliver optimum service levels. The project will help deliver speeds of 100 gigabytes per second (Gbps) to Scottish businesses and public sector organisations, enabling them to benefit from the next generation of high speed connectivity.

With its new network infrastructure, the DataVita data centre will support the deployment of 5G networks, which will underpin the roll out and adoption of technologies such as Cloud, the Internet of Things (IoT) and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). And with the connectivity provider’s UK-wide network, Scotland’s businesses will no longer have the region’s connectivity limited by geographical constraints. Better access to these digital services will particularly support the manufacturing, finance, and public sectors, as well as the Scottish economy.

Managing Director, Wholesale at Neos Networks, Sarah Mills, said: “Increasingly, we’re seeing social impact as the driving force behind enterprise connectivity. This is not merely a functional deployment to keep businesses ticking along, but a project that will help to drive Scotland’s digital economy and open up new possibilities for the public.

The importance of digital has been highlighted of late. Our reliance on connectivity is rising greatly. If we are to futureproof Scotland’s economy, it’s critical that the infrastructure to support 5G and IoT is in place. We cannot afford to let connectivity be the obstacle for the great companies and institutions we rely upon, when they strive for better.”

Danny Quinn, Managing Director at DataVita, added: “Digital connectivity has never been more important, given the situation we find ourselves in today. The addition of this infrastructure is a substantial upgrade to what we have available in Scotland and will support continued working from home and the development of new industries that rely on access to high levels of connectivity, as well as helping to underpin the greater adoption of technologies and trends such as IoT and smart cities.”

The new infrastructure directly connects DataVita to Neos Networks’ more than 20,000km UK-wide network. As a result, Scotland’s businesses will have easy access to next generation connectivity and Service Providers and Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) will have access to a more expansive network when rolling out connectivity and 5G services.

Neos Networks designed and managed the entire 100Gbps connectivity project, from design stage to full data deployment.”

James King, Chairman of Host in Scotland, a Scottish Futures Trust initiative to represent and promote the interests of the Scottish data centre sector industry said: “We welcome this important development in strengthening connectivity and capacity in Scotland, and the investment by Neos Networks into DataVita demonstrates the capability of Scottish data centres to satisfy ever-growing demand for digital services. The ability for Scottish-based providers to attract and deliver high quality, secure, low carbon data storage is of critical importance to the growth of this sector and of the economy, and we are keen to work with others to further develop this space.”

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Neos Networks connects first 22 public sector sites across Aberdeen city as part of £10.5m full fibre investment project

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Neos Networks’ multi-phase connectivity project is bringing best-in-class connectivity to vital public services across the city centre and wider region

LONDON, UK, 14 DECEMBER 2020 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity providers, today announces the delivery of gigabit-capable connectivity to 22 public sector sites, including priority NHS and education facilities in the area. This project is part of Neos Networks’ wider drive to create better infrastructure across the UK to futureproof digital ambitions while improving the connectivity of local public sector organisations and businesses.

Neos Networks was awarded the Dark Fibre project for Aberdeenshire Council, NHS Grampian and Aberdeen City Council in March 2020. The project spans 275km across the Aberdeenshire region and is being rolled out in stages from now, throughout 2021, and into 2022. It will help to deliver improved public services to key public sector locations in a number of towns around Aberdeen city.

The project comes under the banner of the Aberdeen City Region Deal (ACRD) which is part of a funding allocation designed to improve the region’s digital infrastructure, key to the long-term future of the local economy. Funding from the ACRD provides the opportunity to create a sustainable digital infrastructure from which the region can transform into a world-class digital area.

Neos Networks has delivered the first phase of the project on time and on budget, despite the added difficulties posed by COVID-19. This segment is one of six implementation stages connecting 190 public sector sites across the Aberdeenshire region in total. The initial batch of 22 sites will benefit from full fibre connectivity once lit by a WAN provider. This is critically important in the current environment, where more organisations are having to work remotely and are reliant on robust, secure connectivity to keep people connected and ensure the smooth running of operations.

High-speed, high capacity connectivity is particularly crucial for education and healthcare organisations during these difficult times. Institutions such as Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Royal Cornhill Hospital, Woodend Hospital and Summerfield House will all be the beneficiaries of gigabit-capable connectivity.

In addition, Neos Networks will further invest in the infrastructure and offer capacity and services to mobile operators and internet service providers. This will increase service availability and speeds for residents and businesses in Aberdeenshire, who will no longer be reliant on the sole incumbent, bringing more competitive pricing to the county.

As well as network benefits, multiple community benefits are being delivered with the project, including five apprenticeships across local schools in the area. One apprentice from Alford Academy is already in place and working on Neos Networks’ Programme Team, plus three other apprentices are in situ through its sub-contractor, C-Plan, supporting field and project activities.

Sector Director for Public Sector at Neos Networks, Martin Samuel said: “This project will bring best-in-class connectivity to the region, during a time when it’s most needed and will help to futureproof the area for years to come.

As a trusted partner in rolling out and managing critical national public sector telecoms infrastructure, Neos Networks was brought on board by Aberdeenshire Council in March 2020. And despite the challenges that COVID-19 has posed, working in partnership with the Aberdeenshire team, we’ve been able to successfully deliver the first phase of the project – on time and on budget. We’re also well on track to deliver 41 sites, just out from the city centre, as part of segment two by Spring 2021.

We are delighted with the supportive partnership we have jointly established with Aberdeenshire and look forward to continuing to deliver this key infrastructure for the digital enablement of the region.”

Aberdeenshire Council leader, Councillor Andy Kille, said: “Any steps taken towards better connectivity for Aberdeenshire are hugely welcome and we all back the work taken to roll out this vital part of the City Region Deal project. The benefits of access to better digital services will have a lasting economic impact and will make a difference to businesses in Aberdeenshire. This will, in turn, benefit the people of Aberdeenshire more generally.”

Councillor Jenny Laing, Chair of the Aberdeen City Region Deal, said: “Digital connectivity is even more important now, with more people working from home due to the pandemic. With the first segment being completed, this is a huge achievement for the City Region Deal. This project will make a difference to the service availability and speeds for residents and businesses in the region.”

Michael Matheson, Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure and Connectivity, said: “I am pleased to see the progress of this enabling digital project. By connecting Aberdeenshire Council sites to the fibre, it will improve the delivery of some of our vital public services such as education, health and transport. All of this will contribute to the Scottish Government’s mission to drive a sustainable and economic recovery for the region.

The Scottish Government is a full partner in the Aberdeen City Region Deal, contributing £125 million over 10 years. The investment in this project through the Deal will contribute to the region’s economic recovery by creating jobs, and providing the commercial infrastructure to support and attract businesses to Aberdeen and the surrounding areas.”

UK Government Minister, Iain Stewart, said: “The installation of gigabit-capable networks will deliver a significant speed boost for the region and greatly benefit businesses, public services and households.

The UK Government is supporting the rollout of faster broadband both through its City Region Deal investment and also through its Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme.

We recently announced we were teaming up with the Scottish Government’s Broadband voucher scheme to provide up to £8,500 for businesses and up to £6,500 for homes to get connected, and I encourage everyone eligible to take advantage of this.”

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Perth & Kinross Council selects Neos Networks to deliver high capacity, ultrafast connectivity to support future smart city ambitions

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Gigabit-capable connectivity project delivered through Government’s RM6095 agreement is set to benefit local government, business, education and more

LONDON, UK, 10 December 2020 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity providers, today announces that it has been awarded a major gigabit-capable connectivity project by Perth & Kinross Council, spanning 19km, to boost economic activity in the area. As the hometown of SSE Group, and the location of an Neos Networks office and a dark Network Operations Centre, the project is of particular importance to the national telecoms infrastructure provider. The award also represents the first gigabit-capable infrastructure project for Neos Networks through the Government’s RM6095 agreement, which aims to provide UK public sector bodies with fibre optic infrastructure.

High speed, high capacity connectivity will benefit the entire local community, including educational institutions, council buildings, leisure centres, care homes and residential homes, as well as public buildings near to the new 3,000-site West Perth housing development. This end-to-end full fibre network will be brought to 31 locations across the city region, to support the modern-day connectivity demands of increasingly integrated community assets, with the connectivity capabilities needed to facilitate next generation technologies such as 5G and Internet of Things (IoT), as well as Perth & Kinross Council’s future smart city plans.

Funding of £1m has been made available for Perth & Kinross Council via the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport as part of the Local Full Fibre Networks Fund, which is committed to enhancing digital capabilities in the public sector. Nearly £1m of UK Government funding for digital connectivity from the Tay Cities Deal is also being used to assist with the project.

Neos Networks will build on its established regional network infrastructure using 5.4km of Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA) ducts as well as 3.9km of existing Perth & Kinross Council assets. The economical use of existing and new fibre pathways will enable Neos Networks and Perth & Kinross Council to reach more locations than would have been possible versus a traditional network build project. This will allow for quicker delivery and accelerated realisation of economic and social benefits in the area. High speed, low latency connectivity to data centres will also help to enable cloud connectivity for businesses and Fibre-To-The-Home services for residents towards the end of 2021.

Martin Samuel, Public Sector Director at Neos Networks, said: “Providing the Perth community with the digital infrastructure it needs to thrive is a cause that we feel strongly about, with SSE Group being a major employer in the area and Neos Networks having an office and a dark Network Operations Centre located in Perth. As such, it’s poignant that Perth & Kinross should be the first region we deliver gigabit-capable connectivity to via the RM6095 agreement.

Once the network is fully operational in the second half of 2021, the deal will see us serve the local community for the next 20 years, helping to future-proof the region against the ever-growing demands of the digital economy. Our collaboration with the local authority will help to enable Perth’s smart city ambitions, with a very well-connected public sector and digitally empowered businesses that drive prosperity in the region and remove any connectivity related barriers to success.”

Councillor Angus Forbes, Convener of Perth & Kinross Council’s Environment & Infrastructure Committee, added: “Our vision is for Perth to becomes Europe’s most sustainable small city, outlined in the Perth City Plan. The population of our city is growing, and we are actively promoting city-wide smart design through the provision of digital platforms and infrastructure to make the city smarter and to cope with rising demands for more capacity.

The gigabit-capable connectivity provided by Neos Networks is a key part of futureproofing not only our city but also the wider Perth and Kinross rural area. Neos Networks’ technical expertise in enabling smarter cities, combined with its ability to undertake this project as economically as possible with minimal disruption, means that we’ll be getting great value for our investment alongside our ongoing collaboration over the next 20 years.”

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Colt to bring high-capacity bandwidth to the UK’s major cities with 100Gbps NNIs from Neos Networks

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NNIs acquired via pricing portal LIVEQUOTE will be deployed to support the UK’s increasing demand for high bandwidth connectivity services

LONDON, UK, 1 October 2020 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity providers, today announces that it has been selected by Colt Technology Services, a global network and voice services provider, to deploy two 100Gbps Network-to-Network Interfaces (NNIs) across its UK network. UK cities including London and Manchester will be able to access multiple high-bandwidth 10Gbps Ethernet services as a direct result of the deployment.

According to Ofcom, the UK is leading the way compared with other large European countries when it comes to accessing superfast connectivity services. And the nation’s appetite for high capacity continues to increase. Telco challengers Colt and Neos Networks support this further by enabling greater access to these high bandwidth services, with the latter currently embarking on a significant expansion programme to significantly grow its network reach.

NNIs provide a high bandwidth single point of access into Neos Networks Ethernet footprint and can act as an accelerator in enabling access to high-capacity connectivity services. Neos Networks is one of the only UK telcos to offer pervasive 100Gbps NNIs via its price comparison tool, LIVEQUOTE and Colt is one of the first partners to take advantage with customer circuits already deployed and delivered over the two NNIs.

Neos Networks which currently operates a 20,000+km UK wide network is currently embarking on a period of significant network expansion, with plans to unbundle over 550 exchanges with up to 100Gbps capacity. This investment will help further enable Neos Networks and its partners to facilitate 10Gbps Ethernet across the country.

A core requirement for Colt in choosing its high-capacity network partner was that it needed to have the same relentless focus on excellent standards, customer-centric services and speed of delivery. Neos Networks, which has a long-standing relationship with Colt, and over 20 years of industry expertise, shares these same standards. The business has also made a name for itself by providing best in class delivery experiences to its customers, differentiating it from its peers and making it a perfect fit for partnerships.

This deal will take the partnership to the next level, helping provide Colt’s customers across the UK with access to the high capacity connectivity services they require.

Douglas May, Manager, Carrier Relations, Western Europe, US and CA at Colt said: “Our customers choose Colt based on our net proposition, quality of service and very high service level agreement (SLA) standards. We needed a high-capacity network partner that would mirror our values and Neos Networks was the obvious choice. The business is in a perfect place to support us in delivering exceptional high capacity services that will help support our customers grow and futureproof the wider UK digital economy.”

Simon Willmott, Sector Director for Service Providers, at Neos Networks said: “Neos Networks is embarking on a period of significant network expansion to bring greater connectivity to businesses across the UK. Being able to offer high-capacity services to more UK regions is a critical part of what we’re trying to achieve.

“We are delighted that our long-term partner Colt has become one of the first to purchase 100Gbps NNIs from us.  This shows their forward-thinking nature and trust in our services and relationship. In today’s digital first environment businesses need access to the very best connectivity products and NNIs being accessible via our LIVEQUOTE pricing portal is a revolutionary step for the industry and will help further drive the UK’s high-capacity ambitions.”

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UK high capacity fibre network expanded as Neos Networks announces new investment to futureproof UK business connectivity and facilitate 5G rollouts

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  • UK Telco is unbundling a further 259 BT Exchanges by the end of 2021 to significantly grow network, bringing total unbundled Exchanges to 550
  • 100Gbps and 10Gbps services will be offered as standard from newly unbundled Exchanges
  • Three UK is utilising expanded Exchange footprint to establish enhanced 4G and brand new 5G networks

LONDON, UK, 24 September 2020 Neos Networks today unveils its significant network expansion programme, set to bring high capacity 100Gbps and 10Gbps services to businesses across the nation, facilitate 5G rollouts and aid in the deployment of next-gen connectivity technologies such as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

The company will nearly double its number of unbundled BT Exchanges in just over a year, enabling its customers to bring high capacity fibre services to the doorstep of approximately 80 per cent of UK business premises. These services will be available through Neos Networks’ customer portal, LIVEQUOTE, which provides quoting, ordering and price comparison capabilities, via its own network and those of leading thirds parties, for business connectivity from 10Mbps to 100Gbps across the UK.

As part of the accelerated expansion programme, Neos Networks, renowned for its delivery excellence and best in class deployment teams, is delivering connectivity to Three UK, with 198 exchanges already deployed, and another 259 which will be available soon. As well as working closely with Three UK, Neos Networks have also worked with O2 on fibre deployments in the capital. Three UK is set to utilise the expanded exchange footprint to enhance its existing 4G and to create new 5G networks.

Classed as a critical national infrastructure project, Neos Networks has maintained its delivery schedule throughout the COVID-19 lockdown. The delivery schedule has been maintained despite many enforced changes to processes and planning, such as restrictions on engineering visits and social distancing. In spite of the well documented challenges, Neos Networks is still forecasting a delivery that is on schedule and on budget.

Upon completion Neos Networks will have a high-capacity fibre network spanning over 30,000 km and be in prime position to facilitate the UK’s high-capacity digital first ambitions including the high-speed, performance and reach required for 5G networks. This will be key to enabling new technologies including the IIoT and autonomous vehicles, as well as opening the door to new business technologies such as seamless, instant video streaming and immersive Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality.

David Molony, Principal Analyst, Omdia said: “Omdia knows that innovation between service providers and enterprises – as well as between enterprises – will be one of the keys to success with 5G and edge computing. This expansion from Neos Networks is a prime example of the kind of network needed for high capacity 5G infrastructure and goes some way to fuel the UK’s digital ambitions. This project also carries particular importance as the rest of the network industry consolidates and shares assets and potentially narrows the options for enterprise.”

Colin Sempill, Chief Executive Officer, Neos Networks said: “Our business is continuing to deliver significant network expansion, bringing high-capacity connectivity to business premises across the UK, as well as helping to facilitate 5G rollouts and futureproof the UK’s digital ambitions. Complimenting this rapid growth is our LIVEQUOTE portal, which now provides businesses with instant visibility of access tail services from leading service providers, enabling them to purchase the optimal solutions for their business needs. Over the next couple of years our ambition is to provide high capacity services from at least 750 unbundled BT Exchanges, offering a plethora of cost-effective connectivity solutions nationally.”

Sarah Mills, Sector Director for Network Operators, Neos Networks said: “By significantly investing in our network and unbundling these BT Exchanges we will help the UK achieve its digital ambition to become fully 5G ready. The applications enabled by 5G technology, such as IIoT, are a core component of enabling Industry 4.0 and will pave the way for the successful future of our economy. By laying infrastructure today, we will ensure the futureproofing of our nation tomorrow.  This next phase of our expansion has more aggressive scale and delivery timelines than ever before. Our vision to support UK innovation is anchored in 5G and edge computing, which supports some of the UK’s key digital strategic goals. And we’re just getting started.”

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Neos Networks announces multi-million-pound investment in enhanced customer quoting portal LIVEQUOTE

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New LIVEQUOTE portal offers better supplier choice and pricing options giving service providers more transparency than ever before

LONDON, UK, 17 September 2020 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity suppliers – today announces the multi-million-pound upgrade and development of its digital pricing and ordering portal, LIVEQUOTE, meeting the growing need for more simplicity, convenience and choice among UK telecoms wholesalers.

The upgraded portal launches with a host of new features including access to a greater choice of network providers for every quote, ensuring that Neos Networks’ customers are provided the best solution, supplier and price. Additional benefits include the capability for users to quickly and easily regenerate pricing once outside of the 30-day quote validity period and the implementation of postcode address search as well as access to historic quoting, providing users with more ease and clarity when looking to select a connectivity supplier.

Post launch Neos Networks has a number of further developments planned for the LIVEQUOTE portal. This will include additional improvements to the client interface to simplify and speed up customer access to the UK telco’s high capacity 10Gbps services. In addition, users will have the ability to easily access new product services as Neos Networks’ portfolio develops and be able to access alternative connectivity options or product variants should their preferred service not be available.

Application Programming Interface (API) access to the delivery systems of other UK suppliers is also in development which will help to reduce delivery times as well as give customers better visibility over delivery timescales. As is enhanced reporting that will provide customers with better control over their connectivity estate and enable them to build and react to their network in real-time.

Neos Networks also has plans to enhance the user experience further by investing in advanced communications functionalities like live-chat to integrate online and offline consultation interactions, creating a more consistent experience.

As business demand for more bandwidth increases the upgraded LIVEQUOTE portal will be perfectly positioned to compliment the direction in which the telecoms industry is heading, with customers and partners able to access high capacity services from Neos Networks and its supplier network at the click of a button.

A recent report from Ovum states that most modern buyers are looking for more responsive suppliers, and the ability to bypass manual ordering with self-service pricing and ordering tools, and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to speed up purchasing. As Neos Networks rolls out the enhanced functionality in the new tool, APIs will be upgraded along with the user interface, ensuring all groups of customers are catered for.

Simon Willmott, Sector Director for Service Providers, Neos Networks, said: “We pride ourselves on being open and honest with our customers and are always looking at new ways to provide improved visibility of all our products and services. Our upgraded portal forms part of this. It will offer users a choice of suppliers in a price comparison function view, something not many providers are currently offering. This allows us to be able to meet the changing digital needs of our customers.

“Our ultimate goal is that all our connectivity services will be provided through the enhanced portal, giving our clients a better choice and user experience. We’ve put the customer at the heart of our development, using APIs to interface into all major connectivity providers to get accurate, real-time pricing for the end customer in a few clicks, saving them time to talk to multiple providers or develop their own tool. The front end of our upgraded portal is designed to be more intuitive and visual, with a focus on ease-of-use so that all users – not just technical experts – can fully understand what they’re buying”.

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Neos Networks' 100Gbps capable network extended further across the UK with connectivity to eight new data centres

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  • New data centre connections, built to provide 100Gbps Optical and Ethernet services, will extend Neos Networks reach to more than 90 data centres nationwide
  • Four existing data centres have been upgraded to enable 100Gbps and 10Gbps Ethernet services

LONDON, UK, 15 September 2020 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity and business telecoms providers today announces that eight new data centres have been added to its network, with four existing data centres upgraded. The news means that Neos Networks is now connected to more than 90 commercial data centres across the UK and forms part of the telecoms provider’s overall investment programme to deliver high capacity connectivity across England, Scotland and Wales to support the ever-increasing capacity demands of UK businesses.

A better-connected UK

According to IDC’s Global DataSphere Forecast (May 2020), more than 59 zettabytes of data will be processed globally in 2020 with enterprise data demands playing a considerable role in that year-on-year increase in consumption. Whether it’s for customer orders, billing systems or managing IT infrastructure, processing information is critical for the smooth-running of any business. And that requirement is felt in all corners of the UK, prompted by emerging technologies such as 5G and IoT.

In recognition of this fact, Neos Networks has connected eight new data centres in England, Scotland and Wales, including ASK4 in Sheffield, AQL DC2 and DC5 in Leeds, SCC and Six Degrees in Birmingham, DataVita and Pulsant in Glasgow and Next Generation Data in Newport. All of which are live and available for service immediately. The business has also upgraded Global Switch 2, Interxion Hanbury Street in London, LD5 in Slough and Kilburn House in Manchester to facilitate 100Gbps and 10Gbps Ethernet services as standard.

To facilitate their regional and access network requirements, many companies need high capacity connectivity to handle large data transfers from the edge to the core. Neos Networks’ data centres will be connected to its rapidly growing national network of unbundled exchanges, an offering the company believes will help meet the capacity demands of its customers.

The combination of Optical 100Gbps and Ethernet 10Gbps services gives companies scope to cost-effectively tap into high bandwidth connectivity and scale as required allowing capacity to grow at the same rate as their business. These services can all be accessed via Neos Networks’ quoting and ordering portal, LIVEQUOTE.

Flexibility during uncertain times

In recent months, even the best-laid plans have had to be re-assessed. COVID-19 has seen weekday daytime broadband traffic increase between 35 and 60 per cent in the UK. With instant access to data from anywhere being more important than ever, businesses are having to reconfigure their infrastructure to grant more people online access. The option to access both Optical and Ethernet connectivity in one place, gives organisations the autonomy to select a solution that best suits their network needs. Reliable, fast, high capacity connectivity will prevent slow processing or downtime and will empower businesses to scale based on their current requirements.

Sector Director for Service Providers at Neos Networks, Simon Willmott said: “With digital transformation in full swing, everything businesses do today depends on connectivity. The issue for companies is that finding a local, business-ready connectivity solution they can plug in to is not always easy. By providing Optical and Ethernet services that span the UK, we can better enable local networks that need to be connected nationally, providing businesses with the robust, reliable, business-ready connectivity they require.”

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Neos Networks and NYnet deploy critical infrastructure to support blue light services treating COVID-19 patients

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Ethernet connectivity will enable deployment of ‘Extended Access Hub’ in and around North Shields, where medical professionals can care for non-critical COVID-19 patients

LONDON, UK, June 18 2020 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity providers, today announces its role in working with long term partner NYnet to support infrastructure development of an NHS Extended Access Hub in North Shields, Tyne and Wear in the North East of England. The hub was established to help medical staff support COVID-19 patients that required treatment in a secure facility but were not deemed as needing urgent hospital care.

In order to successfully set up the new site, robust, resilient and above all reliable connectivity was required. It was agreed that Ethernet would be the best solution to facilitate the needs and requirements of the on-site medical professionals.  Ethernet provides a reliable and stable service whilst also enabling the provision of high bandwidth speeds to support on-site systems & processes.

Having worked with Neos Networks for a number of years, NYnet contacted its provisioning team to acquire the technology, highlighting the importance of quick delivery of this service to support the COVID-19 response. A typical timeline for the sourcing and deployment of an Ethernet connection of this type, taking into account the need for third party collaboration and coordination, can take, on average, between 40 and 60 days. Given the critical importance of this particular project, Neos Networks accelerated timings as much as possible.

Thanks to the skill and effort of the front office team in manually working alongside industry partners, delivery of the circuit was completed in just eight working days. Once the circuit was deployed, NYnet was able to quickly install a router and connect the site to the Health & Social Care Network (HSCN).

Simon Willmott, Sector Director for Service Provider at Neos Networks said: “We are living in challenging times, where the reliance on our blue light services has never been so great. When NYnet reached out to us for Ethernet connectivity, we did everything in our power to work with providers across the industry to make the deployment of the project as quick and painless as possible.

The successful completion of this deployment has been a real team effort and is a testament to the commitment of businesses across the sector in coming together during the pandemic to make sure the lives of those on the front line, and their patients, are a little bit easier.”

Zoe Oxley, Senior Project & Deployment Manager at NYnet said: “The Extended Access Hub is a critical component in the North East’s fight against COVID-19. As soon as the medical team reached out to us for connectivity support, we understood the importance of procuring and delivering a reliable connectivity solution as quickly as possible.

Having worked with Neos Networks on previous circuit deliveries we knew of the benefits of the LIVEQUOTE portal, but not even in our wildest dreams could we have predicted an eight-day turnaround from order to completion. This well managed, smooth process is a great display of how the industry can support our front-line key workers, should we all pull together.”

“The Extended Access Hub is a critical component in the North East’s fight against COVID-19… Having worked with Neos Networks on previous circuit deliveries we knew of the benefits of the LIVEQUOTE portal, but not even in our wildest dreams could we have predicted an eight-day turnaround from order to completion. This well managed, smooth process is a great display of how the industry can support our front-line key workers, should we all pull together.”

Zoe Oxley, Senior Project & Deployment Manager at NYnet

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Smarter sewers: Technical User Group (TUG) launched to develop standards for fibre deployment in the wastewater network

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Independently chaired working group is developing a common set of standards for installing fibre in the sewers, which will also enable wastewater network monitoring technology

LONDON, UK, 3 March 2020 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity providers today announces they have launched an independently chaired Technical User Group (TUG) that has brought together five of the UK’s leading water companies, created to develop consistent guidelines for installing fibre in the sewers.

The news comes at a time when there is currently no existing agreed-upon standard for deploying fibre in the sewers that ensures minimal disruption to the sewer infrastructure, the water company’s customers and the public.

A smarter future

Water utility companies provide an essential public service by taking away and treating millions of litres of wastewater every day. The UK contains hundreds of thousands of miles of sewers across the country, some dating back to the Victorian era, their performance is vulnerable to external threats like heavy rainfall and blockages. Real-time data on wastewater flows will help to improve services to customers and protect the environment.

Neos Networks’ Fibre in the Sewers (FiS) programme runs fibre through existing infrastructure in dense metro cities to improve connectivity, while avoiding costly and disruptive dig sites. It includes the development of pioneering technology, that has the capability to transform passive sewerage systems into smart wastewater networks. Enabling water companies to identify problems earlier in order to reduce the potential for flooding and pollution.

Neos Networks is working with major water utility companies to agree a common set of standards that will improve the connectivity ambitions of both businesses and consumers, as well as enabling the water utilities to further improve services to their customers.

The TUG will regularly convene to enable water companies to exchange technical information for the purpose of creating specifications and codes of practice relating to the deployment of telecommunications ducts and fibre optical cables within sewer pipes.

By major water utility companies agreeing on consistent standards, fibre can be laid more quickly across the country and cutting-edge network monitoring technology can be installed at the same time. This set of standards will help Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to deploy 5G services (supported by Neos Networks’ infrastructure) quicker, more efficiently and potentially at a lower cost which ultimately helps facilitate and accelerate the wider roll out of 5G across the country. Neos Networks will also be able to monitor its network in real-time, meaning technical teams can respond to issues faster, resulting in more reliable networks.

Sector Director for Energy and Utilities at Neos Networks, Paul Clark said: “To advance the UK’s digital ambitions and drive forward the smart cities of the future, we are rolling out a number of large infrastructure projects to improve nationwide connectivity. We understand that it’s a critical requirement to keep disruption to a minimum when working on such projects, so we are maximising the use of existing assets including the sewer network to lay fibre. This has helped keep costs down and eventually will enable the real-time monitoring of water flow activity, ensuring strong, lasting relationships with some of the UK’s leading water and sewerage companies.

“By establishing the TUG we have brought some of the key players into one room to agree a common set of standards, that not only enable us to further develop our connectivity offerings via the sewer, but also deploy cutting edge monitoring technology. This technology will help these providers monitor the flow of sewage, and better manage their infrastructure, which will futureproof them for years to come.”

Paul Kerr, Managing Director of Scottish Water Horizons, a member of the TUG, said: “Scottish Water has 32,000 miles of wastewater pipes throughout Scotland. It makes perfect sense to utilise this vast infrastructure in order to help enable telecommunications, reduce disruption to our customers and the environment, and support smart networks to provide real-time monitoring.

“With most of us using the internet and our mobile phones on a daily basis, there is a constant demand for increased and improved communications infrastructure. By using the existing sewer network, we can support Neos Networks in their development of a set of standard specifications to support the deployment of fibre in the sewer network, whilst ensuring that the Scottish Water network is protected.”

Wayne Earp, Independent Trustee and Consultant of WFE Consulting, Chair of the TUG, said: “As the industry looks to achieve smarter, more efficient operations, working closely with connectivity providers such as Neos Networks to turn passive sewerage systems into intuitive wastewater networks, has become a key requirement.

“Although fibre in the sewers is no new concept, the TUG was established to bring key stakeholders from across the industry together to agree on consistent standards for this process, and share knowledge. This will make laying fibre quicker, while also enabling the deployment of cutting-edge network monitoring technology, helping to reduce wastage, flooding and driving forward a better customer experience.”

“To advance the UK’s digital ambitions and drive forward the smart cities of the future, we are rolling out a number of large infrastructure projects to improve nationwide connectivity. We understand that it’s a critical requirement to keep disruption to a minimum when working on such projects, so we are maximising the use of existing assets including the sewer network to lay fibre. By establishing the TUG we have brought some of the key players into one room to agree a common set of standards, that not only enable us to further develop our connectivity offerings via the sewer, but also deploy cutting edge monitoring technology”

Paul Clark, Sector Director for Energy and Utilities at Neos Networks

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Neos Networks is one of UK’s first connectivity providers named ‘Gigabit Capable’ on the Government RM6095 agreement

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Supplier appointment authorises UK connectivity provider to deliver fibre optic infrastructure and services to public sector organisations

LONDON, UK, 16 December, 2019 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity suppliers, has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) RM6095 agreement. The position makes Neos Networks one of the first UK infrastructure providers eligible to provide central government, local government and wider public sector buyers with Gigabit Capable Connectivity Services – an increasingly relevant requirement for public services organisations as discussions around widespread ‘gigabit capable’ access recently hit national headlines.

The agreement will give buyers in public sector organisations access to suppliers for a number of fibre optic infrastructure services, including both dark fibre and lit services. Neos Networks has been approved, for the next four years, to provide public sector buyers with the provision of network infrastructure build services and managed network infrastructure services.

The appointment follows Neos Networks’ successful projects with a number of other public sector organisations, including Jisc, and its successful certification to the CAS(T) UK Government standard for telecommunications companies.

For public sector and public sector affiliated buyers, the agreement provides a continuously developing and innovative marketplace, comprising best-in-class suppliers providing the latest connectivity technologies. Other benefits include flexible contract lengths to meet the public sector’s changing technology needs, savings through lower costs or more efficient technologies and a requirements-based procurement system with no lot restrictions.

CCS supports the public sector to achieve maximum commercial value when procuring common goods and services. In 2018/19, CCS helped the public sector to achieve commercial benefits worth £945m – supporting world-class public services that offer best value for taxpayers.

We’re delighted to have been named as a supplier on CCS’s RM6095 Gigabit Capable agreement and the opportunity to work even more closely with public sector organisations. It will mean we’re part of building and managing the UK infrastructure needed to deliver public data-intensive services at speed. As these organisations digitise their processes and services, reliable and robust connectivity will need to underpin every part of their network. Neos Networks’ appointment to the RM6095 agreement is another positive step towards providing the fibre capabilities and widespread access points needed to meet growing end user demand on local and national services.

Martin Samuel, Public Sector Director at Neos Networks

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Midlands connectivity boost: Neos Networks and Jisc to launch brand new fibre network across the region

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Education and research centres, including universities of Birmingham and Warwick, to benefit from connectivity speeds of up to 100Gbit/s

LONDON, UK, 27 November, 2019 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity suppliers, has been chosen by Jisc, the digital solutions provider for the UK research and education sectors, to launch the ‘Jisc Midlands’ network. The brand-new network is a combination of the current Jisc East and West Midlands networks and will enable education and research facilities across the region to tap into connectivity speeds of up to 100Gbit/s.

As the UK looks to achieve full-fibre connectivity by the end of the decade, Neos Networks is partnering with like-minded businesses to initiate innovative projects that will drive forward fibre networks and improve access to services. The new network forms part of this strategy and will provide education and research facilities across the region, including the universities of Birmingham, Warwick and Nottingham, with access to higher bandwidth.

Neos Networks was awarded the contract following a competitive procurement process. Jisc chose the business as it met the key criteria of being able to design a fast and reliable network that could support required bandwidth at the best value; a critical need for education and research hubs as they increasingly raise their capacity requirements, with biggest users in the region currently utilising up to 20Gbit/s.

Neos Networks’ flexible, resilient and high-bandwidth network will ensure long-term value for money. As Jisc is a publicly funded organisation, ensuring projects are undertaken in a way that is most cost-effective to its members and customers is a significant factor in procurement.

A key element of this project is Neos Networks’ ability to incorporate other service providers’ networks. As well as utilising its core network, Neos Networks will ensure that Jisc receives the best possible value by using fibre from three other telecommunications companies and undertaking strategic construction to achieve an optimum bespoke design, based on the most advantageous routes and not dependent upon fibre ownership.

Today’s news, the latest in Neos Networks’ ongoing network expansion drive, further strengthens the near 20-year relationship between Neos Networks and Jisc. Most recently the two businesses announced a partnership to update and consolidate the Janet South network again extending a working relationship for the continued management of the UK Backbone network.

We are delighted to have been awarded the Jisc Janet Midlands contract. This network will help Midlands-based education and research centres connect and collaborate across the region and the wider UK, as well as access the Internet and Cloud applications. It will enable them to connect to global research centres, further driving innovation and supporting the UK’s ambition of being a leader in research and further education.

Colin Sempill, Chief Executive at Neos Networks

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Neos Networks joins forces with Synaptec to enable real-time analysis of UK energy networks, paving the way for smart grids and a more sustainable energy supply

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Power line condition monitoring technology – underpinned by Neos Networks’ fibre network – will give UK electricity providers enhanced operational visibility of their networks

LONDON, UK, 6 August 2019 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity and business telecoms suppliers, today announces a technical partnership with Synaptec, an innovative provider of monitoring technology for electrical power networks. Deploying Synaptec’s unique passive sensor networks into existing fibre infrastructure means Neos Networks will be ideally positioned to deliver greater visibility and control of increasingly complex and distributed networks more affordably and conveniently.  This will lead to improved wide-area protection, control and asset management functions across their networks and work to meet the challenge of delivering smarter grids in the future.

With the UK’s drive for Net-zero 2050 and increased renewables development, electricity networks are investing to become more flexible and manage changing energy demand. At the same time, they’re driving efficiencies and innovation. As a result, Neos Networks’ partnership with Synaptec will offer more cost-effective, scalable visibility and real-time monitoring, enabling electricity network operators to manage grids more proactively.

Neos Networks already underpins the connectivity requirements of energy company SSE plc. Its 12,000km+, reliable and secure core fibre network spans the UK, including some of the most remote areas of the Scottish Highlands. Adding Synaptec’s condition monitoring capability gives energy providers more than a connectivity offering, allowing them to make more informed decisions about network upgrades and preventative maintenance as well as enhancing real-time control of critical high voltage assets. Electricity network businesses can also rest assured that the network meets government-grade security certifications, thanks to Neos Networks’ CAS(T) accreditation.

Synaptec’s technology promises to significantly reduce the capital cost of monitoring complex circuits and the potential to realise efficiencies at scale are impressive, with enhanced protection, automation, control and asset management functions to reduce both outages and engineering costs. Network operators will also see improved maintenance capabilities from these scalable sensor networks, delivering data to a newly created real-time analytics platform for predictive maintenance of critical assets which are often remote or inaccessible. This will allow early identification of issues such as ice build-up on power lines or impending failures in underground cable systems. Access to such a wealth of real-time network data will aid future development and decision-making, particularly for the upcoming DNO to DSO (Distribution System Operator) transition.

Colin Sempill, Chief Executive at Neos Networks said: “The global demand for energy is changing significantly, due to the pursuit of cleaner energy and greater consumer awareness of how we generate and use our power. Supporting this shift to smarter energy requires suppliers to rethink how networks are managed in real-time, and to keep them safer, more efficient and reduce waste.

“We are always on the lookout for new and innovative technologies – and partners – that improve the operational capabilities of customers, that’s why we are excited to be working alongside Synaptec. This trial, once completed, will give the UK energy market the real-time analysis they require, now and in the future.”

Philip Orr, Managing Director at Synaptec said: “As demand for electricity increases, network operators must be equipped with the tools that enable full visibility over their operations. Neos Networks’ UK-wide fibre-optic infrastructure makes it the perfect partner to develop this service with. We look forward to the continued development of our relationship, which will ultimately lead to the UK energy sector having the capabilities to make more informed, safer and more cost-effective decisions. We’re future proofing the industry for years to come, paving the way for smart grids and more environmentally conscious energy consumption.”

“The global demand for energy is changing significantly, due to the pursuit of cleaner energy and greater consumer awareness of how we generate and use our power. Supporting this shift to smarter energy requires suppliers to rethink how networks are managed in real-time, and to keep them safer, more efficient and reduce waste. We are always on the lookout for new and innovative technologies – and partners – that improve the operational capabilities of customers, that’s why we are excited to be working alongside Synaptec. This trial, once completed, will give the UK energy market the real-time analysis they require, now and in the future.”

Colin Sempill, Chief Executive at Neos Networks

“As demand for electricity increases, network operators must be equipped with the tools that enable full visibility over their operations. Neos Networks’ UK-wide fibre-optic infrastructure makes it the perfect partner to develop this service with. We look forward to the continued development of our relationship, which will ultimately lead to the UK energy sector having the capabilities to make more informed, safer and more cost-effective decisions. We’re future proofing the industry for years to come, paving the way for smart grids and more environmentally conscious energy consumption.”

Philip Orr, Managing Director at Synaptec

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Neos Networks achieves MEF 3.0 Carrier Ethernet services certification

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This latest independent certification cements Neos Networks’ Ethernet solutions as compliant with the highest industry standard

LONDON, UK, 1 August 2019 Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading connectivity suppliers, announces today that it is the first UK-based telecom organisation to receive MEF 3.0 Carrier Ethernet (CE) services certification.

The certification now means that Neos Networks can offer E-line, E-Access, E-LAN and E-Tree services, adding further credibility to Neos Networks quality of service. MEF 3.0 CE certification is the latest iteration of the accreditation, enabling communication service and technology providers to validate their solutions as compliant with the highest industry standards for performance, assurance and agility. On top of the solution certifications awarded, 18 Neos Networks team members also underwent technical accreditation training to be able to deliver these services to MEF’s global standards.

Network investment mission

Becoming accredited with the latest security and industry standards provides customers the peace of mind that comes with a robust network like Neos Networks’. The Optical and Ethernet services Neos Networks offers are CAS(T) accredited (Communications Electronics Security Group Assured Services in Telecommunications) which is a testament to the business’ standards. The government-grade accreditation certifies that Neos Networks’ systems and services are adequately protected against risks to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of classified information.

Further to this, the MEF 3.0 CE certification helps Neos Networks’ mission towards expanding its reach through the Edge 3 programme. The project will see 177 BT exchanges unbundled and on-net by 2020, to increase overall network reach by 132%, servicing 180,000 new UK business postcodes. Upon completion, Neos Networks’ 12,000+ km private telecoms network will reach a total of 435,000+ postcodes and bring connectivity speeds of up to 100Gbps to UK businesses.

Colin Sempill, Chief Executive at Neos Networks said: “Our goal as a telecoms business is to provide the highest quality Ethernet products and services for our customers. With the latest MEF 3.0 CE certification we’re able to assure our clients that our offering can adhere to the highest capacity and excellence standards in the industry. The accreditation also supports the expansion of our network reach with Edge 3 and our overall market reach in the UK.”

Kevin Vachon, COO at MEF: “MEF congratulates Neos Networks for achieving MEF 3.0 certification of Access E-Line, E-Line, E-LAN, and E-Tree services. We are pleased that the company has joined the ranks of early adopters of MEF 3.0 solutions that are designed to address the most demanding networking needs of the digital economy. Customers who purchase MEF 3.0 certified services have the comfort of knowing that they have met the highest levels of performance and assurance established by MEF – the world’s defining authority for standardised network services.”

“Our goal as a telecoms business is to provide the highest quality Ethernet products and services for our customers. With the latest MEF 3.0 CE certification we’re able to assure our clients that our offering can adhere to the highest capacity and excellence standards in the industry. The accreditation also supports the expansion of our network reach with Edge 3 and our overall market reach in the UK.”

Colin Sempill, Chief Executive at Neos Networks

“MEF congratulates Neos Networks for achieving MEF 3.0 certification of Access E-Line, E-Line, E-LAN, and E-Tree services. We are pleased that the company has joined the ranks of early adopters of MEF 3.0 solutions that are designed to address the most demanding networking needs of the digital economy. Customers who purchase MEF 3.0 certified services have the comfort of knowing that they have met the highest levels of performance and assurance established by MEF – the world’s defining authority for standardised network services.”

Kevin Vachon, COO at MEF

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