- Xantaro is providing integrated cabinet and exchange solutions to accelerate Wildanet’s fibre network build in rural Cornwall.
- The project is part of the UK Government’s £77 million Project Gigabit programme targeting underserved areas.
What happened: Xantaro supports Wildanet’s full fibre rollout in Cornwall under Project Gigabit
Wildanet, an internet service provider based in Cornwall, has teamed up with network specialist Xantaro to accelerate the rollout of gigabit-capable full fibre broadband across rural areas of Cornwall. The initiative is supported by Project Gigabit, the UK Government’s programme aimed at bringing high-speed internet to hard-to-reach communities, with £77 million allocated to connect over 35,000 premises in the region.
Xantaro’s role includes supplying pre-integrated street cabinets and exchange solutions. These systems are designed to simplify and speed up deployment while also improving reliability and reducing maintenance needs. The cabinets feature heat exchangers to control humidity and dust, Nokia Optical Line Terminals (OLTs) to enable fast internet access, and built-in monitoring tools to detect faults in real time.
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Why it’s important
This collaboration plays a crucial role in narrowing the digital divide in Cornwall, where many rural communities still lack access to reliable broadband. By using advanced and integrated network technologies, Wildanet and Xantaro aim to provide robust and future-proof infrastructure that supports long-term connectivity needs.
The use of pre-configured equipment also means quicker installation, fewer delays, and lower operational costs—benefits that directly support faster and more efficient broadband delivery. As digital services become increasingly essential for work, education, and health, expanding full fibre coverage ensures rural communities are not left behind.
