Edinburgh-based UK alternative network ISP GoFibre (BorderLink) has today announced that they’ve “completed” their planned roll-out of a new full fibre (FTTP) broadband network to the Borders area, which has covered 25,000 rural premises. This is a big chunk of the 118,000 they already cover across the North of England and Scotland (up from 115k on 28th Aug 2024).
The announcement notes that more than 500 business customers, such as Borders Buses, are also now connected to the network. But GoFibre’s impact in the Borders area also extends across 25,000 premises in locations like Galashiels, Kelso, Melrose, Selkirk, Hawick, Jedburgh and Duns, and 13,000 premises in North Northumberland, including Wooler, Seahouses, Cornhill-on-Tweed, Belford, Berwick-upon-Tweed and Alnwick.
Customers of the GoFibre’s network can expect to pay from £36 per month (currently discounted to £29) for a 150Mbps (30Mbps upload) package on a 24-month term with an included wireless router, which rises to £69 per month (currently discounted to £49) for their top 1000Mbps (100Mbps upload) plan. The latter also comes with a bonus Wi-Fi extender (this can optionally be taken on other plans at extra cost).
Sam Calvert, Chief Revenue Officer at GoFibre, said:
“GoFibre and Borders Buses are joining forces to keep people connected in the Borders – whether digitally, or getting out and about. As a company rooted in the Borders, it’s incredibly rewarding to witness the positive impact our broadband service has had on a cornerstone business like Borders Buses.
GoFibre’s mission is to deliver reliable, high speed internet to underserved communities, and this partnership with Borders Buses illustrates how robust digital infrastructure can transform everyday operations. We are dedicated to supporting local businesses empowering them with the essential tools they need to thrive in today’s digital world, demonstrated by our success in reaching out to business”