Network operator Digital Infrastructure (DI) aims to connect one million premises over the next six years following an £100m funding boost from Basalt Infrastructure Partners.
Digital Infrastructure has already opened hubs in Cheshire, Essex, and the Midlands. A fourth hub is also set to launch near the Scottish Border in 2022, with the goal of reaching approximately 80 towns and cities by 2027.
This investment will also supercharge sister ISP Be Fibre’s ability to deliver end-user residential and business connectivity over the network.
Up to 500 engineering and white-collar jobs will be created to support the growth of both organisations and the business supply chain, by the end of 2022.
DI Chairman Carlos Bock is joined by Charlie Ruddy (pictured), who joins the company as CEO, brining 20 years of experience within telecommunications.
Ruddy said: “There are only a handful of times in your career when you’re able to truly make a difference and I believe this is one of them.
“We can positively influence how communities live, work and play, not to mention how people view the provision of what is now widely regarded the fourth utility.”