Network Operator (wholesale-only) – builds, owns and operates its own full-fibre networks, but does not itself act as a retail ISP. MS3 Networks Limited was incorporated on 23 August 2012
(Source). Since the early 2020s, expanded beyond Hull into other parts of Northern England (East Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire, etc.), building a wholesale full-fibre network covering many towns including Scunthorpe, Immingham, parts of Grimsby, Mexborough, in addition to Hull
(Source). As of mid-2024, MS3 has passed over 200,000 premises with its network, with a target to reach ~535,000 premises by end of 2025
(Source). Works with a growing list of retail ISPs who offer broadband services over the MS3 network, including Zen Internet, IDNet, BeeBu, Hull Fibre, Home Telecom, and others, enabling consumers in its coverage areas to pick from a range of ISPs and increasing competition and choice
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