All Liberty Global articles – Page 8

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    M&A

    Cancom joins Telefónica Tech stable

    2021-07-29T14:45:00Z

    Telefónica Tech picks up cloud and security specialist Cancom, as the Group’s growth-oriented technology division targets a strengthened UK presence. Move appears enabled by compete parameters in Virgin Media–Telefónica UK shareholders’ agreement.

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    Premium

    VM O2 bites bullet and pledges fibre future

    2021-07-26T12:36:00Z

    A future upgrade of VM O2 fixed infrastructure will see coaxial cable edged out and fibre deployed throughout the operator’s footprint. Switching to XGSPON instead of DOCSIS 4.0 pricy, but manageable within modest budgets and with multiple longer term benefits. Pragmatic approach to fibre is partly driven by the ...

  • Elsewhere in Vodafone Group: Group shells out €20m in fines
    Strategy & Change

    Elsewhere in Vodafone Group: Group shells out €20m in fines

    2021-07-02T00:00:00Z

    Dutch copycat in Ireland ‘not on cards’; sustainability front and centre with green network boost; Group shells out €20m in privacy fines.

  • Elsewhere in BT Group
    Premium

    Elsewhere in BT Group: VM-O2 challenge emerges

    2021-06-13T00:00:00Z

    Virgin Media O2 challenge gets real; Dundee offices set to take 1,000 staff; government-backed broadband schemes under the spotlight.

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    M&A

    In detail: Liberty and Telefónica’s VM-O2 pre-nup

    2021-06-10T11:23:00Z

    Three-year wait expected before a potential IPO of new joint venture, while both parties expected to remain involved in the business for at least five years. Telefónica reserving its right to go it alone in UK on IoT, cloud, and cybersecurity services. Liberty to get a board presence at ...

  • vfw197-tt-liberty-telenet-merger-ziggo
    M&A

    Liberty: VodafoneZiggo-Telenet merger not in pipeline

    2021-06-02T14:02:00Z

    Group partner CEO rules out near-term merger. How Liberty and Vodafone’s Dutch JV will evolve remains unclear, with shareholders facing various M&A options. Liberty keen to pursue pathway that suits both parties.

  • tfw154-tt-o2-vm-approval
    M&A

    VM-O2 sets sights on BT as merger gets final clearance

    2021-05-20T12:31:00Z

    CMA’s final approval should see deal completed by 1 June. Owners trumpeting investment opportunities with fibre InfraCo potential coming to the fore.

  • Vantage may be set for new Cornerstone allies
    Premium

    Vantage may be set for new Cornerstone allies

    2021-05-11T10:11:00Z

    Indications that O2 UK’s Cornerstone stake seen as non-strategic by prospective new co-parent Liberty Global, and could be jettisoned in name of post-merger “national champion” plan. Sale would raise cash for higher strategic ambition of fibre expansion. Liberty’s Fries shows willingness to get hands-on in refashioning VM–O2 post-merger. The ...

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    Strategy & Change

    Cornerstone exit could be early item on VM-O2 agenda

    2021-05-07T08:26:00Z

    Indications made that prospective JV’s Cornerstone stake seen as non-strategic, and could be jettisoned in name of “national champion” Grand Plan. Sale would raise cash for higher strategic ambition of fibre expansion. Liberty “gearing up” for talks with partners to team up on Gigabit rollout. Fries showing willingness to ...

  • tfw153-tt-vm-o2-leadership-announcement
    People

    Telefónica, Liberty lay out leadership for merged VM-O2

    2021-04-27T07:52:00Z

    Telefónica and Virgin Media execs share the spoils 50:50 at the new venture, which is still pending regulatory approval. Jo Bertram and Gareth Turpin among the O2 names to get a seat, with Telefónica Argentina’s de Meo brought in as CIO. No room for O2’s HR guru Catherine Leaver, ...

  • vfw195-tt-vishal-dixit
    Interview

    Vishal Dixit: MVNOs are vital to Vodafone UK growth

    2021-04-15T12:47:00Z

    Conversations with potential UK MVNO partners are “in the double digits”. Asda Mobile and Virgin Media deals exemplify OpCo’s new approach to MVNO partnerships. OpCo moving away from a ‘computer says no’ approach to MVNOs.

  • tfw153-tt-o2-vm-approval
    M&A

    CMA doubts bundle demand as it greenlights VM-O2

    2021-04-14T16:44:00Z

    Provisional clearance of merger based on limited ability of the partners to manipulate wholesale pricing and services in their favour. Creation of a new fixed-mobile giant not expected to unleash a sudden surge towards single-contract multi-play bundles in the UK market.

  • tfw152-tt-lutz-schuler
    People

    Schüler coronated as VM-O2 CEO

    2021-04-07T12:34:00Z

    Lutz Schüler, dynamic Virgin Media chief, with a track record at O2 Germany, is to lead the new VM-O2 joint venture, subject to competition clearance. O2 CFO and experienced merger overseer Patricia Cobian to take on the JV finance role. No room for O2 CEO Mark Evans.

  • vfw195-tt-vodafoneziggo-tower-sale
    Network & Infrastructure

    Liberty: VodafoneZiggo tower sale is ‘work-in-progress’

    2021-03-10T09:57:00Z

    CEO Mike Fries sees Dutch joint venture’s assets as undervalued. Partner appears aligned with Vodafone’s eagerness to extract cash from site networks across Europe. Broader discussions over VodafoneZiggo collaboration may be tied in with tower question.

  • tfw151-tt-vm-lightening-liberty-global
    Network & Infrastructure

    Virgin Media preps Lightning for post-JV world

    2021-02-17T16:38:00Z

    Liberty Global confident of JV clearance, and anticipates Telefónica talks on ambitious and aggressive fixed-line rollout. Liberty’s Sky relationship appears key, with prospects for collaboration heightened by a friendly face at the helm. Meanwhile, Virgin Media appears to be finally embracing PIA from Openreach for cheaper fibre rollout.

  • vfw194-tt-mike-fries-vodafoneziggo-ipo
    M&A

    Liberty CEO puts two-year timeframe on VodafoneZiggo IPO

    2021-02-17T15:48:00Z

    Fries cautiously tells analysts to watch out for some “activity” at its Dutch JV in the next 24 months. VodafoneZiggo burnishes its IPO credentials with target-busting financials for FY20.

  • tfw150-tt-tef-wholesale-o2-vm
    M&A

    Wholesale power under scrutiny as CMA reviews VM-O2

    2021-01-28T09:31:00Z

    Proposed JV’s ability to tilt backhaul market in its favour and limit opportunities for MVNOs will be central to competition review. The impact of the deal on the development of providers offering fixed-mobile bundles will receive particular scrutiny. CMA wields new powers post-Brexit, but this is accompanied by greater ...

  • tfw151-tt-potential-chile-exit
    M&A

    Telefónica seeks suitor with Chile exit in pipeline

    2021-01-07T16:02:00Z

    Speculative report suggests Group is ready to relinquish interest in a key pillar of its Hispam unit as monetisation plans evolve. Liberty flagged as front runner, although may face regulatory challenges, and other runners and riders not ruled out.

  • tfw150-tt-liberty-latin-america
    M&A

    Liberty homes in on Telefónica units in Colombia and Ecuador

    2020-12-16T12:02:00Z

    Reports suggest that Liberty Latin America is stepping up its acquisition strategy, and could enable Telefónica to tick two more boxes on its regional divestment list.

  • vfw192-tt-vodafoneziggo
    Strategy & Change

    Liberty likes idea of VodafoneZiggo listing

    2020-12-09T16:10:00Z

    Vodafone partner’s CFO argues that an IPO would command “premium valuation” in comparison with incumbent KPN. Bracken casts Vodafone as “wonderful partner”, and that the JV has done a “great job” in cutting costs and increasing revenue. Talks enthusiastically about VodafoneZiggo as “national FMC champion”. ...