en.Wedoany.com Reported - BT has announced the launch of the "Full Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) for Business Parks" project, which will provide full-fibre broadband access to business parks in Ceredigion and Powys in Mid Wales under a new contract signed with the "Growing Mid Wales (GMW)" programme, with some nearby residential properties also benefiting from the network build.
The project focuses on business parks that currently lack gigabit-capable broadband lines and are not covered by existing commercial broadband deployments or other publicly funded schemes, such as the "Project Gigabit". This initiative is part of the "Growing Mid Wales Digital Programme" and the broader "Mid Wales Growth Deal", which is jointly funded by the UK Government and the Welsh Government with a total investment of £110 million to support economic growth.
As the network extends, it will also enable more nearby homes and businesses to upgrade to full fibre, but BT's announcement did not disclose the specific names of the business parks expected to benefit, making it difficult to determine which residential properties may gain advantages. The contract requires BT to design and build a full-fibre network supporting download speeds of up to 1 Gbps, with flexibility to meet future demands. The network will be open access, allowing businesses to choose broadband services from multiple Internet Service Providers (ISPs). The network is essentially based on Openreach's architecture, although the latter was not directly mentioned in the announcement. Network deployment has already begun.
Susi Marston, BT's Director for Public Sector in Wales, stated that reliable, high-quality broadband has a tangible impact on how people run their businesses daily, providing the connectivity businesses need for innovation and growth. This programme will enable more people and locations to benefit from fast, reliable digital access, helping them thrive in an increasingly digital future. Wales is a key location for BT and plays a vital role in driving the UK economy, so investing in the digital infrastructure that underpins the long-term development of its businesses is crucial.
Councillors Bryan Davies and Jake Berriman noted that this project demonstrates the momentum built by the Mid Wales Growth Deal, with investments translating into tangible outcomes. Ensuring business parks have access to gigabit-capable full-fibre networks will strengthen the region's growth foundation, enhance competitiveness, and support businesses in adopting modern digital tools and services. The project specifically targets sites not covered by existing commercial or publicly funded schemes, extending the benefits of full fibre to more communities and employment locations.
Additionally, BT will provide digital skills support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Mid Wales, including a virtual programme that helps businesses build digital capabilities and improve productivity through practical workshops, tools, and tailored guidance, alongside targeted outreach activities to raise awareness and participation in the programme.
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