A new partnership between Cellnex UK, Bristol City Council and Virgin Media O2 will enhance mobile coverage in Bristol across the city for O2 customers, thanks to the deployment of small cell technology.
The Council has provided access to lampposts for Cellnex UK to install the technology used by Virgin Media O2 to increase mobile coverage and capacity.
The new technology will provide an enhanced mobile experience for residents and businesses, as well as playing a significant role in supporting digital inclusion across Bristol.
The rollout marks the beginning of a sustained programme to deliver high quality connectivity over 25 sites across the city, 12 of which are now live, with the remainder due to go live in the coming weeks.
Installing small cell technology on existing infrastructure such as lampposts allows for a more reliable connection in densely populated urban areas, where demand for high bandwidth mobile service can outstrip supply.
Cellnex UK’s Bristol sites form part of the 1,200 small cells the business has now deployed across the UK.
Paul Stonadge, Commercial Director, Cellnex UK said: “Small cell technology allows us to deliver localised mobile connectivity precisely where it is needed.”