All articles by Cameron Page – Page 29
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Network & InfraVodafone puts D2D plans in motion with fresh SpaceMobile trials
Vodafone reveals first “space-to-land” gateway to enable direct-to-device services. Further trials of SpaceMobile technology pencilled in for spring 2025 as Group moves closer to launching Europe- and Africa-wide services after launch delays and legal troubles…
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Network & InfraMásOrange, Vodafone Spain seek synergies with mobile infra JV — report
Operator duo reportedly looking to form tower joint venture to capture synergies and reduce operating costs. If confirmed, move would continue rejig of Spanish telecoms market and prompt questions over tower consolidation in the country…
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M&ASpanish state’s digital musical chairs continues: Indra said to near Hispasat buy
Defence and IT conglomerate reportedly closing in on €650m acquisition of satellite operator to grow defence and space capabilities. State holding company SEPI again seen pulling strings, following Telefónica coup. National, regional and global geopolitical angles…
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M&ABoldyn enters German market with private 5G biz buy
UK-based neutral host player bulks up private 5G network offering with acquisition of Germany’s Smart Mobile Labs. Agreement comes as Boldyn looks to expand in private 5G sector, having participated in several projects over the past year…
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PeoplewatchViasat rejigs exec line-up after Inmarsat integration
SatCo shakes up leadership team in a bid to drive “long-term” growth, which includes President Guru Gowrappan stepping down and the creation of a new strategic initiatives role…
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Network & InfraTelxius taps Ciena for wide-scale subsea network upgrade
Telefónica-backed subsea cable operator installs Ciena’s pluggable optics to enable transmission speeds beyond 100Gbps, moving beyond previous 70Gbps limit.
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Network & InfraTelstra International seeks AI gains with subsea network overhaul
Telstra’s international connectivity services unit launches upgrade programme, seeking to more than triple the capacity of submarine cable network over next five years. Blue Planet and Infinera recruited as software and hardware partners to help enable AI-based network “self-management” capabilities…
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Analyst BriefingEMEA Infrawatch Briefing: Spain in spotlight; TowerCo team-ups; M&A next steps
Latest on EMEA Infra: Spain flagged as a frontrunner in legacy switch-off progress, thoguh concerns on fibre overbuild remain; Cellnex mulls path to home market consolidation; TowerCos in Europe and Africa seek to expand rural and transport connectivity; more…
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PeoplewatchBrookfield picks long-time CEO Bruce Flatt as Chair
Canadian investment group selects Flatt as Chair after Mark Carney departs to pursue political ambitions. Flatt says the firm will continue driving current investment strategy, which includes focus on digital infra and energy transition…
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Network & InfraTelefónica stays on as Spain’s universal service provider
Operator to retain regulatory obligations to ensure universal internet access and voice service provision in Spain until end of 2026, as other operators not keen to take over role. Regulator CNMC proposes that government enforce further speed and data volume upgrades… Normal 0 ...
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Partnerships & AlliancesVi preps 4G, 5G network automation with HCLSoftware
Indian telco automates multi-vendor 4G and 5G networks with AI tools. CTO Jagbir Singh expects service improvements and lower network operating costs through partnership.
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Network & InfraBT seeks smooth B2B transition with 2G switch-off
Group seeks to ensure business customers’ transition from 2G to modern networks is as seamless as possible, as networks chief Howard Watson announces prep to support them in the process.
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Interviewnexfibre: Keep leash on Openreach to drive UK fibre competition
nexfibre development chief Giles Rowbotham speaks with TelcoTitans on need to drive UK fibre competition by maintaining regulation of Openreach. Says Ofcom needs to keep an eye on wholesale pricing and copper-to-fibre migration process, as well as consolidation, investment, PIA, and local-level factors within wider market…
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M&ACordiant gets thumbs up for Belgian data centre acquisition
Irish investment group teams up with Belgium’s TINC to form merged infrastructure player, comprising Datacenter United and Proximus’ data centre arm. Pair seeking to capture cost synergies and create economies of scale to drive “long-term” value for investors…
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M&AIndia: is Vodafone back?
Does UK group’s move to up stake in #3 MNO mark re-commitment after years of backing off? Follows recent upbeat developments at Vi, pending 5G reboot, and strong run for local economy. Read more…
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Analyst BriefingInfrawatch Weekly: fibre boosts across Europe; space deals in the shadows
Latest from EMEA Infra: UK FibreCos hit key footprint expansion milestones, with Openreach to fuel programme with fresh Project Gigabit funds; MásOrange and Vodafone Spain firm up fibre venture in Spain; Amazon and SpaceX said to prepare government fibre deals in Italy and UK; more…
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Partnerships & AlliancesEx-Vodafone chief Colao cautions Italy against SpaceX alliance
Former Vodafone CEO and Italian government minister Vittorio Colao urges EU to focus on developing member state-owned satellite constellations to avoid strategic dependence on foreign providers. Comments come after reports that Italian gov is working on a fresh comms pact with Elon Musk’s SpaceX…
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M&AVi and Airtel sell out of troubled Wi-Fi joint venture
Indian operator duo sell 100% of Firefly Networks, bringing in around INR 45m each. Move comes as latest split between Vodafone and Airtel following Indus Towers stake sale. Read more…
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Network & InfraAmazon shuttles towards UK Project Kuiper launch in 2025
Kuiper Systems preparing to commercially launch UK satellite broadband services during 2025, following launch of first-generation satellites expected in the coming months. Move comes as demand for UK satellite connectivity ramps up as rural alternative to full-fibre…
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Analyst BriefingTelefónicawatch Weekly: fresh infra deals unwrapped; new execs take the reins
Group secures agreements to upgrade mobile and IT in Germany, Peru, and Spain. In Brazil, Vivo finalises long-sought-after deal to ease financial and regulatory obligations associated with fixed-line telephony…