All Towers articles – Page 3
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Network & InfraBT exploring Edge DC play via towers arm
With the decommissioning of copper networks and a focus on AI-ready infrastructure, BT is investigating edge data centres amongst new commercial models for its tower and exchange assets. Explore the strategic implications (including reporting from TowerXchange Europe)…
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Public AffairsVodafone, Vantage under regulatory fire in 1&1 dispute
Germany’s antitrust authority finds that pair engaged in “anti-competitive” behaviour, saying they could have reallocated resources to fulfil contractual obligations to 1&1. Final decision expected later this year…
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Analyst BriefingsEMEA Infrawatch Briefing: data centre strategy roadmaps; InfraCos seek to cut overlap
Latest on EMEA Infra: several digital infra and telecoms players adjust data centre strategies, aiming to capitalise on rising demand for AI and cloud services; FibreCos forge fresh access deals with goal of reducing overbuild; wireless infra players still up for sharing; more…
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Network & InfraCordiant’s Emitel strikes fresh tower build-out deal with Orange Poland
Polish TowerCo to expand tower estate to comprise “well over” 1,000 masts, with Orange signing on as anchor tenant. Move aligns with Cordiant’s Buy, Build & Grow strategy, and forms part of plans to double Emitel’s portfolio over the next five years…
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PeopleTDF revamps leadership to drive into data centres and private networks
French tower operator and broadcaster appoints Karim El Naggar as CEO, as part of a top-level leadership reset that has primarily drawn on existing talent. Changes come alongside strategy shift aimed at accelerating growth in emerging digital infra markets…
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M&AUK investor Actis picks up South African tower player
Actis joins forces with local investors to acquire Telkom’s Swiftnet tower business, with plans to expand to become a market leader.
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M&ACordiant’s Emitel keeps watch for bolt-on tower buys
Polish wireless infra operator exploring further acquisitions after bolt-on acquisitions over recent years help to drive revenue growth.
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Analyst BriefingsEMEA Infrawatch Briefing: TowerCos continue M&A pare-back; telcos plot data centre expansion
TowerCos across Africa and Europe still exercising restraint around M&A, with focus placed on increasing tenancies and driving organic-build out instead. Meanwhile, Orange and Vodafone Spain said to look at expanding data centre estate, while opening up IT capacity to third-parties…
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Financial & PerformanceAfrica’s Helios Towers still prioritising tenancy over build; seeks to maintain FY24 ‘momentum’
One year into Africa-focused TowerCo’s ‘lease-up’ strategy pivot: CEO Tom Greenwood says group is confident in reaching colo and cash targets, with further tenancies on existing towers within grasp. M&A remains no-go…
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Network & InfraVantage Towers hopeful on ‘massive’ European small cells potential, with UK bringing the blueprint
MWC 2025: Head of Business & Product Development Jaime Abril paints optimistic picture of European market, but calls for regulatory shift and cultural change among MNO customers.
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Network & InfraINWIT bags €350m from EU to build out wireless infra estate
European Investment Bank gives Italy’s largest TowerCo a second funding boost for 5G and FWA rollout, with goal of improving coverage in rural regions and areas with heavy data usage. Read more…
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Financial & PerformanceCellnex ‘assessing’ further asset slim-down
European tower giant undertaking in-country review of portfolio to pick out further opportunities to rationalise. Selective strategic acquisitions remain on cards, once Irish sale completes …
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Network & InfraDT’s wireless infra masterplan progresses in Greece
Greek incumbent OTE flags board approval for creation of new TowerCo, following review.
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Network & InfraMagyar Telekom moves ahead with tower carve-out
Deutsche Telekom’s Hungarian NatCo is taking next steps to separate its tower assets into a subsidiary and could complete the split by the end of 2025, if all goes to plan.
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Network & InfraAmerican Tower leaves M&A door open to aid European expansion
US-based tower operator announces 2025 expansion plans in Europe, with CEO Steven Vondran indicating it remains cautiously open to M&A moves. Read more…
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M&ATower group SBA presses on with M&A as it exits another market
US-based tower operator initiates sale of Colombian assets, with progress made on separate deals aimed at strengthening positioning in other key markets. Read more…
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Analyst BriefingsUK Infrawatch Weekly: CityFibre turns positive, HS2 gets connected, GoFibre Gigabit win
Project Gigabit, a Sky alliance, and the XGS-PON upgrade were all flagged as positive signs of CityFibre progress as it presented its latest annual results.
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Network & InfraMásOrange signs long-term deal with Cellnex in Spain
The much-trailered contract will run until 2048 with a renewal option in 2038, as Cellnex earns signature in competitive market.
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M&AKPN inaugurates new TowerCo after completing (another) ABP tie-up
Dutch operator launches Althio JV, with portfolio of 3,800 sites. Move aligns with strategic goals to increase value of passive infra while retaining majority control over critical assets…
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M&ABrookfield keeps watch on digital M&A opportunities
Data centres, fibre, and towers are among sectors Brookfield is keeping a close eye on for potential acquisitions, according to President Connor Teskey.