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The Swansea Bay City Deal’s Digital Infrastructure Programme, with support from the Local Broadband Fund has successfully completed 50% of its Full Fibre Infrastructure Build project.   This significant milestone marks a major step forward in enhancing digital connectivity to public sector sites across the region, with substantial financial and social benefits for surrounding communities.   The #FullFibre build, delivered by BT Group via the Welsh Government funded Public Sector Broadband Aggregation (PSBA), aims to provide improved broadband provision to public sector sites across the region. The PSBA connects public sector organisations to a private, secure Wide Area Network, offering a fully managed service that enhances business-critical connectivity, and allows public sector organisations to benefit from innovative, cost-effective and resilient network services that drive productivity. Beneficiaries of the project include all four local authorities across the Swansea Bay City Deal - Bargen Ddinesig Bae Abertawe Region, Hywel Dda University Health Board and Swansea Bay University Health Board.   The aim of the project is to drive full fibre broadband to 69 publicly owned sites in need of improved infrastructure. This initiative provides fast, reliable, future-proofed connectivity to meet increasing digital demands and support the wider #DigitalTransformation agendas of the public sector. The project promises more efficient services and better user experiences for residents and businesses, cost savings for partners, and the potential for innovative digital applications such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) experiences in key tourist locations like Pembrey Country Park and Margam Country Park.   Additionally, approximately 425 residential and business premises will benefit from improved broadband as a result, and the project is expected to stimulate further commercial investment, accelerating the rollout of full fibre networks across the region. This £2m joint investment, £1.05m of which has been secured by the Digital Infrastructure Programme from the Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government’s Local Broadband Fund will provide crucial infrastructure upgrades that will enhance the quality of life for residents and businesses, attract new investment, and stimulate economic growth. Sites completed in this phase include strategic locations that are vital to public service delivery. These sites have been prioritised to maximise the impact on the community and ensure the most efficient use of resources. 

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After taking time to reflect, our transport team at Iceni shares insights on the draft changes to the NPPF and their potential impact on future development. https://hubs.ly/Q02LSq3Y0 #transportplanning #draftNPPF #connectivitystudies #placevision

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The North Norfolk Railway PLC has completed vital infrastructure improvements thanks to funding of £34,427 from the Rural England Prosperity Fund. The grant has assisted with the installation of new lighting throughout the engineering facilities at Weybourne Station, along with a new coal bunker and oil store. More here: https://lnkd.in/e38DYMW7 #railnews #railways #heritage #railinfrastructure #engineering #stations #norfolk #ukrail #railtransport

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Wessex Internet’s network build teams have officially started work to bring full fibre broadband to communities across Dorset and South Somerset, starting construction for the company’s £33.5 million government-funded Project Gigabit contract. This is the start of an extensive programme of build that will reach 21,400 homes and businesses, providing lightning-fast, gigabit-capable broadband to rural communities across South and West Dorset and South Somerset that would otherwise be left behind. Read more on the Dorset Chamber website: https://lnkd.in/ekxKhkgU #DorsetChamber #DorsetNews #WessexInternet #Broadband #Construction

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Ready to close the gap to your #fibre future? Unlock skills and expertise from a team that designs at a run-rate of millions of KM and endpoints a year. ✅ Technical due diligence 📊 Geodata analysis  📐 #GIS services and as-built design 📶 Technical surveys, including #PIA 📄 High- and low-level planning ... and so much more.   Let's talk about your #FTTX challenges: https://lnkd.in/enYt4riv

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226 4G Hubs Deployed 🌳🏙️ 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗥𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 🏙️🌳 Last month, our South Wales-based engineering team achieved a major milestone: 226 4G communication hubs installed across the South West and Wales. From the vibrant cities of Cardiff, Bristol, and Swansea 🏙️ to the remote rural areas of Central Wales and Herefordshire 🌳, 𝘄𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗮𝗽𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲. This is more than infrastructure—it’s laying the foundation for opportunity, growth, and connection. Learn More: 🌐 smsenergy.com

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Progress is the best policy At MARCH®, we boost efficiency, enhance service quality, and deliver cost savings at scale across government offices, prisons, schools, and healthcare facilities in the UK 🎓 🏥. Our commitment is clear: we use our engineering expertise to help public sector organisations deliver better value for the UK taxpayer while maintaining and improving critical facilities that serve communities. From entire estates to individual technical assets, we are your long-term partner in ensuring seamless maintenance and continual enhancement of public sector infrastructure. Explore how our decarbonisation initiatives and data-driven strategies are transforming government and public sector facilities across the UK. We help you plan lifecycle budgets, uncover opportunities for sustainable cost reduction, and keep your assets running at peak performance: https://lnkd.in/e2a93Dzf #March #GovernmentEngineering #PublicSector #Efficiency #Decarbonisation #EngineeringProgress #Maintenance

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"Fast, reliable digital connectivity is as important to our communities as any other public utility." An extension of a strategy to bring improved digital connectivity across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough has been backed by our Transport and Infrastructure Committee. The proposed Connecting Cambridgeshire Digital Connectivity Strategy 2025-29 will support the Combined Authority’s ambition of outstanding digital connectivity across the region, supporting effective public service delivery, thriving communities and sustainable economic growth. The Connecting Cambridgeshire programme has already delivered ahead of national targets for superfast broadband (24 megabits per second) and Gigabit-capable broadband deployment. Gigabit-capable (typically full Fibre to the Premise (FTTP)) coverage of 85% across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough was achieved this year, ahead of the Government target of 2025. Chair of the Transport and Infrastructure Committee Cllr Anna Smith spoke about the importance of good digital connectivity: "It’s essential for people to access vital services, stay connected with family and friends, and take advantage of educational and job opportunities, especially with the growth in home and hybrid working and learning. Yet, we know that some areas still face gaps in coverage, and that has a huge impact on opportunities. Closing this digital divide is challenging, but crucial if we are to reduce inequalities." The strategy will now go before the Combined Authority Board in November for year 1 funding approval. Read more: https://orlo.uk/Fdp8U

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🚆 Modernising Rail Infrastructure: AtkinsRéalis Takes the Lead in East England 🌍 AtkinsRéalis has initiated a major project to overhaul the signalling and telecoms systems across East England. This ambitious upgrade is aimed at transforming the region’s rail network, ensuring it meets modern safety standards, operates more efficiently, and is equipped with the latest technology. Such advancements are crucial for supporting the growing demand for reliable and safe rail transport. 🔹 Improving Safety: Upgrading signalling systems for enhanced rail safety. 🔹 Boosting Efficiency: Enhancing telecoms to ensure smoother and more reliable operations. 🔹 Modernising Infrastructure: Implementing cutting-edge technology across the railways. 💬 What are the key benefits and challenges of such large-scale infrastructure upgrades? Read more: https://lnkd.in/eB8rZyBT #Infrastructure #RailTransport #Engineering #RailSafety #Technology #UKInfrastructure #Innovation #UtilityWire #Transportation #Modernisation #Efficiency #SignalUpgrade #Telecoms #RailwayInnovation #InfrastructureDevelopment #SmartInfrastructure

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Dive into how Network Rail slashed reporting time, allowing teams to focus on what matters. User adoption soared with positive feedback on productivity impact. Want to know more? Dive into the full case study and see how innovation is paving the way for better project management! Read more: https://bit.ly/4coyp4c #NetworkRail #Innovation #CaseStudy #ProjectManagement

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💡 Our latest report, Workforce Assessment for Power and Networks, highlights the significant skills gaps in the UK’s power and networks sector and the urgent need to address them. Produced in collaboration with CITB, ECITB, EDF Energy, and RenewableUK, it outlines projected labour demand, and the specific skills and solutions required to meet the UK’s clean energy ambitions. #LabourMarketInsights #NetZeroSkills #UKPowerSector #SustainableCareers #CleanEnergyTransition #SkillsForTheFuture #NetZero 📢 Read more: https://bit.ly/3BaUMgC

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More than 95% of residents across Cumbria can access broadband speeds of above 30Mbps thanks to strong levels of investment into digital infrastructure of over £400m between commercial and public funded programmes. Read more on the Fibre Provider site: https://lnkd.in/eCjkai4u #isp #altnet #fullfibre #fibreprovider #ffttp #fibrebroadband #fibre #internet #telecomsector #channelpartner #networks #gigabit

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A fantastic insight into the power of Openreach’s full fibre rollout! 💷 £66bn boost to the UK economy by 2029 👩‍⚕️ 5m more NHS online appointments 📚 Better outcomes for 21,700 students 🌍 1.4m more home workers cutting emissions Broadband isn’t just tech, it’s a driver of social good and economic prosperity. #Broadband #DigitalInfrastructure #SocialImpact #MDU #Fibre #Openreach Andrew Deeprose Abigail Kershaw Roger Lewin

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🛠️ Our nationwide engineer network is ready to install, support and manage your IT with minimal disruption & maximum results. ✅  Just ask the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) – because we successfully installed the UK’s largest unified comms project while saving the department “hundreds of thousands of pounds.” 🚨 Click here to let us take the stress out of IT. https://obi41.nl/yckx6925 🚨 Our design, deployment and support services turn IT challenges into tech challenges that help your team and organisation thrive.  🎓 Entrust Education “trust Stone implicitly” because we’re “always on the ball”, and Staffordshire University “recommend Stone without hesitation”. ⚕️ We installed fast, efficient and secure Wi-Fi for Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust and the Trust was “very impressed with Stone’s professionalism," and evo said that “Stone could not be faulted” after we rolled out refurbished IT. 🌐 Durham University said that our on-site engineers are “worth their weight in gold” and that “we’d be lost without them.”   If you need new devices, #networking, AV or #infrastructure, we’ll design, install and configure world-class solutions on roadmaps that meet your budgets. Don’t have the time or expertise to fix problems? We’ll bear the load with flexible, bespoke on-site and remote #support packages and partner-certified engineers.  And because we’re listed on the KCS Education framework for ICT Managed Services & Consultancy and the Crescent Purchasing Consortium Outsourced ICT framework, you can use our professional services with even more confidence.   📞 Rely on Stone for your next big infrastructure project - talk to us today: https://obi41.nl/yckx6925  

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HS2 and Rural Broadband: A New Opportunity for Connectivity in the UK The HS2 (High Speed 2) railway project, designed to improve rail links between London, the Midlands, and the North of England, presents a unique opportunity to enhance broadband access in rural communities across the UK. As the country embarks on one of its most ambitious infrastructure projects, there is growing recognition of how the HS2 development can double as a conduit for expanding fast broadband networks to underserved areas. Leveraging HS2 for Broadband Infrastructure As HS2 cuts through vast stretches of the UK, including many rural and semi-rural regions, the construction and planning of the railway can be synchronised with the deployment of fibre-optic broadband infrastructure. This approach, often referred to as “dig once,” involves laying fibre cables alongside railway tracks during the construction phase, reducing costs and minimising disruption. By integrating broadband infrastructure into the HS2 build, the government and telecoms providers can ensure that these rural areas receive much-needed access to high-speed internet. Planning and Building for Connectivity The planning phase of HS2 provides a critical window for incorporating broadband into the project. Coordination between HS2 planners, local authorities, and telecoms providers is essential to map out where fibre networks can be most effectively deployed. This includes identifying key rural communities that would benefit from enhanced connectivity and ensuring that the infrastructure is future-proofed to accommodate growing data demands. Bringing Fast Broadband to Rural Communities The potential for HS2 to transform connectivity in rural areas is immense. By embedding fibre networks into the HS2 infrastructure, rural communities that have long struggled with slow or unreliable internet access could see a significant improvement in their connectivity. This would not only enhance the quality of life for residents but also open up new opportunities for businesses, education, and healthcare in these regions. In conclusion, the HS2 project offers more than just improved rail travel; it provides a critical opportunity to bridge the digital divide in the UK. With the right planning and the involvement of expert service providers like The FND Group, HS2 could become a catalyst for delivering fast broadband to the UK’s most remote communities, ensuring that no one is left behind in the digital age. #HS2 #Fibre #TheFNDGroup #Broadband #Infrastructure

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🚆 We're proud to share that Consultant Paul Gill has recently completed his work on Network Rail's Access for All Programme, serving as Portfolio Manager for four stations.   🎯 #AccessForAll aims to improve accessibility at UK railway stations by providing an obstacle-free, level-access route between drop-off locations, station entrances, and platforms. Accessible stations not only support a diverse population, but also boost the economy, reduce reliance on cars, and contribute to lowering carbon emissions.   Our consultant Paul played a pivotal role in leading the development and delivery of the stations, including: ✅ Successfully managing the four independent workstreams, each with different delivery timescales, contract dependencies, and stakeholder expectations. ✅ Promoting carbon-neutral initiatives, including lifecycle assessments and the recycling and repurposing of materials previously considered waste. ✅ Incorporating best-value practices at all stages to drive cost efficiencies and ensure all elements remained on the proposed timelines.   We're excited to see the lasting positive impact this project will have on the communities that the stations serve.   💡Interested in learning more about the project? Click here to discover more: https://lnkd.in/eE8J4Q9F At #Mercury3Consult, we deliver expert project and programme management services, helping our clients navigate complex projects with efficiency and confidence.   #ProjectManagement #PortfolioManagement #Mercury3Consult #PeopleDrivenProjectSolutions

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🔔 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿: 𝗘𝗠𝗖𝗦 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗱!🔔 Dear APS Engineers and Customers, This is a quick reminder that our third-party signalling station, East Midlands Central Station (EMCS) Limited, has updated their 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 telephone numbers. EMCS is responsible for contacting our customers during activations, and it's crucial that these calls and messages are received without interruption. 📞 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗡𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗠𝗖𝗦: - 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺: 0115 661 0075 - 𝗦𝗠𝗦 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗲𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴: 07984 431 187 𝗼𝗿 07860 077 335 Please ensure these new numbers are saved and shared with anyone in your network who may need them. ℹ️ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲. 🔒 Your safety and seamless communication are our top priorities. If you haven’t updated your records yet, please do so to avoid any missed communications. Thank you for your continued attention and support! #APS #Obsequio #CustomerUpdate

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Network Rail is promising greater collaboration with contractors appointed to its £4 billion Train Control Systems Framework. A partnership type approach is to be adopted and there is a new way of selecting companies to be awarded work under the framework. Read More >>> https://lnkd.in/eBmwR_ZQ #NetworkRail #TrainControlSystemFramework

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