SIRO’S Fibre Broadband Expands In Ashford Village

SIRO, Ireland’s leading 100% fibre broadband network operator, is pleased to announce that its full fibre network will go live for homes and businesses across Ashford in County Wicklow by the end of this month.  As part of the latest phase of the rollout, 512 homes in Ashford will be able to connect to SIRO’s 100% fibre broadband, bringing fast, reliable, and future-proof broadband connectivity to the local community.  The areas going live include, but are not limited to: Ashford Down, Meadow View, The Avenue, The Birches, The Glen, The Green, The Hazels, The Way, The Walk, The Views, The Close, The Court, Rosana Close, Milltown Lane, Ballinahinch Park, The Birches, and Meadow View.  This expansion is part of SIRO’s continued investment in County Wicklow, where its full fibre network has now passed 27,800 premises reaching almost 80,000 people. SIRO’s broadband network is already live in multiple Wicklow towns, including Arklow, Blessington, Bray, Greystones, Kilcoole and Wicklow town, enhancing digital access and choice for communities across the county.  SIRO’s 100% fibre broadband brings speeds capable of supporting modern digital needs, from seamless remote working and online learning to ultra-fast streaming and smart home connectivity. As a wholesale open-access network, customers in Ashford can choose from a range of leading broadband providers offering services over SIRO’s network including Vodafone, Sky, Virgin Media, Digiweb, Pure Telecom, Blacknight. 
“We’re delighted to bring SIRO’s fibre broadband to homes and businesses in Ashford. This rollout reflects our commitment to delivering future-ready connectivity to communities right across Wicklow and Ireland. High-quality broadband is essential for everyday life, and we look forward to supporting even more people experience the benefits of full fibre,” said John Keaney, Chief Executive Officer, SIRO.
To check whether your home or business can connect, and to see which providers are available in your area, search your Eircode at SIRO.ie  
Applications are now open for the 2026 SIRO-Vodafone Gigabit Hub Initiative, as the programme marks its 10th anniversary and celebrates a decade of connectivity support for 25 digital and remote working hubs across Ireland.  The Initiative was launched in 2016 with the objective of supporting digital and remote working hubs by providing them with best-in-class fibre connectivity to ensure that hubs can provide their end-users with high quality, reliable and future-proofed Gigabit broadband.   Skibbereen’s, Ludgate Hub, was the first Hub to join the Initiative. Over the decade since, the Ludgate Hub has thrived and continues to work with start-ups, businesses, entrepreneurs' community to underpin their development and wider regional economic growth.   SIRO broadband connectivity across 25 hubs has consistently highlighted how high-capacity, reliable broadband has underpinned their ability to support data-intensive work, collaborate with remote teams, host workshops and events, and provide stable digital environments for early-stage businesses, entrepreneurs, and remote workers.   Over the past decade, the Gigabit Hub Initiative has supported a diverse range of regional enterprise and remote working hubs across Ireland.   These include The Mill in Drogheda, the town’s first purpose-built innovation hub supporting enterprise across South Louth and East Meath; THE CUBE in Portlaoise, a Low Carbon Centre of Excellence dedicated to supporting the transition to a sustainable economy in County Laois; CREW Digital, an enterprise space for businesses in the creative and digital sectors; MERITS, an innovation think space advancing digital and technology innovation in Naas; and Inishowen Innovation, which plays a key role in fostering entrepreneurship and technological advancement in the Inishowen Peninsula and the wider North-West region.   Together, these hubs reflect the breadth of industries supported through the Initiative, spanning technology, creative enterprise, sustainability and community-led innovation.  John Keaney, CEO of SIRO, commented:
“A decade on, regional digital and remote working hubs have become magnets for collaboration, innovation, and opportunity. Reliable fibre broadband has been a foundation beneath that evolution. We are proud to have partnered with hubs that are deeply rooted in their communities and committed to enabling others to thrive.  Our focus for this year is clear: continue to empower hubs that drive innovation, connection, and opportunity for their communities. With the application process now open to be the next hub in this Initiative, I encourage interested hubs to apply..”
Sabrina Casalta, Vodafone Ireland CEO, added:
“For communities and local businesses across Ireland, the SIROVodafone Gigabit Hub Initiative has become a real catalyst for rural progress. When hubs gain access to dependable, highcapacity fibre, it lifts the entire local economy, supporting small businesses to grow, enabling startups to innovate, and helping people build meaningful careers without leaving their own community – ensuring no one is left behind. Over ten years, we’ve seen the initiative strengthen regional resilience, unlock new opportunities, and ensure that innovation isn’t limited to major cities. As we look to the next decade, it’s vital that futureproof, sustainable access is available everywhere in the country, so every community can participate fully in Ireland’s digital future.  This progress aligns with the Irish Government’s evolving ambitions under the next iteration of ‘Our Rural Future’, while also ensuring that worldclass connectivity becomes a catalyst for stronger local economies, sustainable growth, and vibrant community life across rural Ireland. As applications open for 2026, we’re committed to investing and backing more hubs that are driving ambition, creativity and economic growth in their communities.”
The application process for the Gigabit Hub Initiative is now open. Further information about the Initiative and how to apply can be found at The Gigabit Hub Initiative - SIRO.ie
Over 1,000 premises to go live by the end of the rollout. SIRO, the 100% fibre broadband network operator, today announced that its network is now live in Moate, delivering future-proof connectivity to homes and businesses across the town.  A total of 908 premises in Moate can now connect to SIRO’s 100% fibre network, with a further 220 premises to be completed by March 2026 as part of the company’s ongoing rollout.  Areas in Moate where SIRO’s fibre broadband is now available include, but are not limited to: Mount Carmel Drive, Ard Grainne, Clibborne Way, Station Road, Saint Patrick’s Crescent, Cartron Keel, The Newtown, Main Street, Ave Maria Park, Abbeygrange, Cartron Grange, The Turnpike, Dublin Road, Weavers Row, College Court, Sliabh Rua, Toorvalley, Clara Road, Coillin Búi and Cois na hAbhainn.  This latest deployment forms part of SIRO’s wider investment in County Westmeath, where the company has now passed almost 19,000 premises with fibre broadband. SIRO’s network is already live in other towns across the county, including Athlone, Kinnegad and Mullingar. More broadly across the Midlands, SIRO continues to expand its footprint, with 16,300 premises passed in Laois, close to 5,000 in Longford, and almost 11,000 in Offaly, further strengthening the region’s digital infrastructure.  SIRO is investing over €1 billion in building Ireland’s most advanced fibre broadband network, enabling reliable, gigabit-speed connectivity nationwide. The company’s network is built on 100% fibre technology, ensuring customers benefit from greater reliability, faster speeds, and long-term capacity to support the growing digital needs of homes and businesses.  [caption id="attachment_11695" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Sunset in Moate Co Westmeath Ireland[/caption] Commenting on the announcement, SIRO John Keaney said:
“Joining the 30% Club marks a significant milestone in SIRO’s ongoing commitment to building an inclusive and forward-thinking organisation. Diversity isn’t just a value for us; it’s a driver of creativity and resilience in a rapidly evolving telecoms sector. At SIRO, we’re proud of the progress so far but we recognise that real change is ongoing and we’re eager to work with the 30% Club to keep pushing boundaries.”
SIRO is a wholesaler, so homes  and businesses in Moate can order SIRO-powered broadband through the company’s numerous retail partners including Virgin Media, Vodafone, Sky and  Digiweb. To check availability and learn more, visit SIRO.ie. 
SIRO has become the latest organisation to join the 30% Club, reinforcing its commitment to advancing gender balance in leadership. As a leading Irish wholesale fibre broadband network provider, SIRO is now part of a global campaign driven by Board Chairs and CEOs who share a common goal: achieving greater gender diversity at senior levels and across organisations to deliver stronger business outcomes. Formed 10 years ago as a joint venture between ESB and Vodafone, SIRO was the first company to roll out a full fibre network in Ireland. Today, SIRO has grown to become the second-largest fibre broadband network in the country, reaching almost 700,000 premises across 145 towns and cities in every county. SIRO continues to expand its network, adding thousands of new premises each month and works with more than 20 retail partners, including Virgin Media, Vodafone, Sky and Digiweb, to deliver high-speed connectivity to homes and businesses nationwide. SIRO’s membership of the 30% Club demonstrates its strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). The company has a proven track record of promoting gender diversity in a traditionally male-dominated telecoms industry. Today, 57% of SIRO’s senior leadership team is female, with both a female Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) The company was also one of the first in Ireland to sign up to the UN Women’s Empowerment Principles. Internally, SIRO champions gender diversity through its Women and Allies employee resource group and runs programmes such as mentoring, coaching, and return-to-work initiatives targeting women and minority groups. [caption id="attachment_11677" align="aligncenter" width="748"] Pictured are John Keaney, SIRO CEO and Elizabeth Sheehan, 30% Club Country Executive as we proudly announce that SIRO has joined the 30% Club.[/caption]   John Keaney, CEO of SIRO, commented:
“Joining the 30% Club marks a significant milestone in SIRO’s ongoing commitment to building an inclusive and forward-thinking organisation. Diversity isn’t just a value for us; it’s a driver of creativity and resilience in a rapidly evolving telecoms sector. At SIRO, we’re proud of the progress so far but we recognise that real change is ongoing and we’re eager to work with the 30% Club to keep pushing boundaries.”
Elizabeth Sheehan, Country Executive at the 30% Club, added:
“I’m thrilled to have SIRO join the 30% Club community. SIRO’s leadership in Ireland’s digital transformation gives it a unique platform to influence positive change, both within its business and across the telecoms industry. By partnering with SIRO, we can amplify efforts to advance gender balance and create opportunities for women to thrive in leadership roles.” Further benefits of the 30% Club membership include enhanced employee engagement, consumer trust, and access to cross-company mentoring, scholarships, and industry-specific networking events.
Broadband operator, SIRO, has announced it is launching a bespoke broadband product created for developers building new homes across Ireland. SIRO expects its new product, OpenPort, to deliver substantial environmental and cost benefits, with the company predicting the product will notably reduce the cost of rolling out broadband networks to new homes . SIRO’s new product, OpenPort, will streamline the delivery of fibre broadband services to housing developments by instead providing a shared access broadband infrastructure onsite. This will avoid, as currently occurs, the costly over duplication of telecom infrastructures amongst multiple operators seeking to provide services to new housing estates. Under forthcoming regulations, the Gigabit Infrastructure Act, which will take effect in Ireland from February 2026, developers are required to provide a fibre broadband infrastructure onsite which is accessible to multiple telecoms network operators.

SIRO’s new product, OpenPort, responds to this requirement by providing developers with a shared access fibre broadband service for their new developments.

Currently, to enable multiple operators serve a housing development, developers have been required to accommodate multiple broadband infrastructures onsite. The negative impact of this method of rolling out fibre broadband in new developments has been the unnecessary duplication of broadband infrastructure onsite. This can lead to not only excessive expenditure, but also the avoidable use of limited site space to facilitate these multiple infrastructures. With SIRO’s OpenPort, developers will still be able to accommodate multiple fibre broadband operators on their developments but with the advantage of using a single network infrastructure. A developer moving to SIRO’s OpenPort product will also enjoy environmental benefits by reducing the construction works needed to facilitate fibre broadband rollouts. For homeowners and tenants, they will continue to enjoy choice and competition by maintaining access to multiple telecoms retailers. SIRO has also analysed the financial benefits that can be achieved by adopting its OpenPort product and is confident that the product will substantially reduce the cost of deploying fibre broadband networks to new homes across the country. SIRO has announced that its first OpenPort new development site will be at Monaleen in Limerick city. The development, known as Old Orchard, is being constructed by one of Ireland’s leading developers, the Homeland Group, and will see 131 new homes constructed at the site. These homes are expected to have first occupancy by Spring 2026. More broadly, SIRO has confirmed that the OpenPort product will be available to all developers from Q2, 2026. SIRO is a wholesale network operator, rolling out a fibre to the premise network across Ireland now available to almost 700,000 premises in 143 cities and towns. It network is built on the ESB’s existing electricity network, utilising both its overhead and underground ducting infrastructure. Commenting on OpenPort, SIRO CEO John Keaney noted:
“Delivering fast and future proofed fibre broadband infrastructure and services to new homes is a small but essential part of the construction of new homes overall. A high-quality fibre to the home broadband connection is a non-negotiable for all homes, supporting how we now live and work. “Like all the component parts of developing new homes, rolling out fibre broadband infrastructure comes at a cost – environmental, financial, resource and time wise - to broadband operators, developers and consumers.” “Initiatives, like OpenPort, which can streamline the delivery process, reduce the timelines, and maintain the efficiency and effectiveness of building fibre broadband networks in new developments remain important. “By reducing overduplication of broadband networks on new development sites, SIRO’s OpenPort will also give back much needed site space to developers, whilst also providing wider sustainability benefits. “SIRO is excited to bring this product to market for developers from next year. The feedback to date on it from key stakeholders in the construction industry, who understand the benefits it can offer, has been hugely positive,” added Mr. Keaney.
 Homeland Construction Director Mike Quaid noted:
“Homeland has worked with SIRO to deliver fibre broadband to our new homes across the country for several years now. “The construction industry is constantly challenged to innovate, build more sustainability and efficiently, whilst maintaining affordability for home buyers. In terms of delivering fast, reliable and future proofed full fibre broadband for our home buyers and tenants, we see the huge potential of SIRO’s OpenPort to meet these objectives.”
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Wexford businesses who are still reliance on outdated and slower copper broadband are at risk of reduced productivity, increased employee frustration and dissatisfied customers, according to newly published research. The independent research, commissioned by 100% fibre broadband operator, SIRO, examined the impact of poor broadband connectivity on business productivity, employee engagement and customer experience.    Nationally, 34% of workers say they have experienced slow broadband at work, while one-in-four (25%), report poor broadband is directly affecting their ability to do their job effectively.  A significant majority, almost 60%, of respondents felt that their home broadband was better than their broadband at their workplace.   Customers are equally dissatisfied with 60% of respondents in Leinster reporting they have experienced poor and slow broadband at businesses with 24% saying they either would not or would be unsure of returning to a business with bad connectivity.    SIRO has responded to the connectivity challenges faced by Irish SMEs, by launching a new full fibre product tailored specifically for this business sector. The product, known as LightPulse, provides 1 Gigabit download speeds and a boosted 250 Megabit upload speed over SIRO’s full fibre-to-the-premises network. It also comes with a service level agreement to ensure continuity of service.  SIRO’s campaign launch features Wexford business and LightPulse user, Dental Care Ireland.  After experiencing issues with slow and unreliable connectivity, which disrupted daily operations, Dental Care switched to SIRO’s new LightPulse fibre broadband product, supported by broadband retailer Digiweb.   The practice reports the difference has been immediate and significant from the start, with a straightforward and hassle-free set up, service tailored to their needs, and reliable connectivity that has enabled them to run the clinic efficiently.    SIRO’s LightPulse product offers a bespoke broadband solution specifically for smaller companies, providing them with the high speeds and ongoing connectivity support essential for their daily business operations.   SIRO’s is rolling out its full fibre broadband network is available in Wexford and towns across the Northwest. SIRO is a wholesaler and partners with broadband retail partners including Fastcom, Vodafone, Digiweb, Viatel, Blacknight, and Ivertec to deliver connectivity solutions for SMEs. Full details are available on SIRO's website.  Rachel Dempsey, Practice Manager in Dental Care Ireland Wexford said:  
"Our experience with LightPulse broadband, powered by SIRO has been excellent. From the start, getting set up was straightforward and hassle-free, and we were offered a service tailored to fit our needs. We would have no hesitation in recommending LightPulse to other small businesses looking for a broadband service they can truly depend on.” 
Commenting on the findings, SIRO’s Head of Enterprise, Aoife O’Reilly noted: 
“This independent research confirms the fact that Irish business, particularly smaller businesses, are still relying on outdated copper connections which can no longer support their business needs.  “What is worrying for the longer-term growth and viability of these businesses, particularly in an era of connectivity-hungry AI, is that their poor connectivity is now affecting their workers and customers – both of which are fundamental to the success of any business.  “It’s understandable with businesses challenged by a multitude of issues that connectivity can get left on the long finger, but today’s research clearly shows that poor broadband is now having a direct impact on the performance and growth of many Irish businesses.  “Copper switch off is drawing ever closer, so rather than find themselves at a cliff edge, Irish businesses should check that they can avail of full fibre connectivity and proactively make the switch. Our research clearly shows that their employees, customers and bottom line will thank them for making the move,” added Ms. O’Reilly. 
Cork businesses who are still reliance on outdated and slower copper broadband are at risk of reduced productivity, increased employee frustration and dissatisfied customers, according to newly published research.   The independent research, commissioned by 100% fibre broadband operator, SIRO, examined the impact of poor broadband connectivity on business productivity, employee engagement and customer experience.    Nationally, 34% of workers say they have experienced slow broadband at work, while one-in-four (25%), report poor broadband is directly affecting their ability to do their job effectively.   A significant majority, almost 60%, of respondents felt that their home broadband was better than their broadband at their workplace.  Customers are equally dissatisfied with over half of respondents (56%) in Munster reporting they have experienced poor and slow broadband at businesses with 22% saying they either would not or would be unsure of returning to a business with bad connectivity.   SIRO has responded to the connectivity challenges faced by Irish SMEs, by launching a new full fibre product tailored specifically for this business sector. The product, known as LightPulse, provides 1 Gigabit download speeds and a boosted 250 Megabit upload speed over SIRO’s full fibre-to-the-premises network. It also comes with a service level agreement to ensure continuity of service.  SIRO’s campaign launch features St. Anne’s Church Shandon Bells & Tower, one of Cork’s most iconic attractions and the oldest church in the city still in continuous use. After experiencing slow and unreliable broadband which often disrupted booking and payment systems. St. Anne’s upgraded to SIRO’s LightPulse product, supported by broadband retailer Digiweb.  The change for St. Anne’s has been transformative. Payment and booking systems now run seamlessly, the network supports more devices without issue, and the team no longer worries about connectivity getting in the way of serving visitors.  SIRO’s LightPulse product offers a bespoke broadband solution specifically for smaller companies, providing them with the high speeds and ongoing connectivity support essential for their daily business operations.   SIRO is rolling out its full fibre broadband network across Cork City and county, working with retail partners including Digiweb, Vodafone, Viatel, Blacknight, Ivertec, and Fastcom to deliver connectivity solutions for SMEs.  Marisa O’Mahony, Tower Manager at St. Anne's Church Shandon Tower & Bells commented:  
“Reliable broadband is vital for running our booking and payment systems smoothly, so making the switch to LightPulse, powered by SIRO, has been a big success for us.”  "Since upgrading, our payment and booking systems run seamlessly, and we no longer worry about connectivity holding us back. For any business struggling with unreliable broadband or needing to support more devices, we would highly recommend LightPulse". 
Commenting on the findings, SIRO’s Head of Enterprise, Aoife O’Reilly noted: 
“This independent research confirms the fact that Irish business, particularly smaller businesses, are still relying on outdated copper connections which can no longer support their business needs.  “What is worrying for the longer-term growth and viability of these businesses, particularly in an era of connectivity-hungry AI, is that their poor connectivity is now affecting their workers and customers – both of which are fundamental to the success of any business.  “It’s understandable with businesses challenged by a multitude of issues that connectivity can get left on the long finger, but today’s research clearly shows that poor broadband is now having a direct impact on the performance and growth of many Irish businesses.  “Copper switch off is drawing ever closer, so rather than find themselves at a cliff edge, Irish businesses should check that they can avail of full fibre connectivity and proactively make the switch. Our research clearly shows that their employees, customers and bottom line will thank them for making the move,” added Ms. O’Reilly. 
Sligo businesses who are still reliance on outdated and slower copper broadband are at risk of reduced productivity, increased employee frustration and dissatisfied customers, according to newly published research. The independent research, commissioned by 100% fibre broadband operator, SIRO, examined the impact of poor broadband connectivity on business productivity, employee engagement and customer experience.    Nationally, 34% of workers say they have experienced slow broadband at work, while one-in-four (25%), report poor broadband is directly affecting their ability to do their job effectively.  In the Connacht–Ulster region, the issue is even more pronounced, with 40% of workers reporting poor connectivity in their workplace and almost a third (32%) saying it harms their productivity.  A significant majority, almost 60%, of respondents felt that their home broadband was better than their broadband at their workplace.   Customers are equally dissatisfied when engaging with businesses with poor and slow broadband, with more than half of Connacht-Ulster respondents (52%) saying they either would not or would be unsure of returning to a business with bad connectivity.   SIRO has responded to the connectivity challenges faced by Irish SMEs, by launching a new full fibre product tailored specifically for this business sector. The product, known as LightPulse, provides 1 Gigabit download speeds and a boosted 250 Megabit upload speed over SIRO’s full fibre-to-the-premises network. It also comes with a service level agreement to ensure continuity of service.  SIRO’s campaign launch features Sligo business and LightPulse user, Kate’s Kitchen. Run by sisters Kate, Beth, and Jane O’Hara, and located on Sligo’s Castle Street, the gourmet grocer and café combine in-store service with nationwide delivery and a strong online presence.   As the business expanded, its copper-based broadband connection could no longer keep up — payment terminals lagged during busy hours, uploading product images became time-consuming, and their VOIP phone service was unreliable. Earlier this year, Kate’s Kitchen became one of the first businesses in Sligo, supported by broadband retailer Fastcom, to upgrade to fibre broadband with SIRO’s new LightPulse product.     For Kate’s Kitchen, the results have been transformative. Card transactions are now instant, cloud-based stock systems sync seamlessly, and content uploads to social and e-commerce platforms are completed in seconds. With reliable in-store Wi-Fi now available for staff and suppliers, the business can provide a smoother service both at the counter and behind the scenes, ensuring customers always get the seamless experience they expect.  SIRO’s is rolling out its full fibre broadband network is available in  Sligo and towns across the Northwest. SIRO is a wholesaler and partners with broadband retail partners including Fastcom, Vodafone, Digiweb, Viatel, Blacknight, and Ivertec to deliver connectivity solutions for SMEs. Full details are available on SIRO's website.  Commenting on their experience with SIRO’s LightPulse, Kate O’Hara, Store Manager at Kate’s Kitchen said:  
“We are a family-run store with a love of great food and great service and behind the scenes, tech is a huge part of making that happen. With SIRO’s LightPulse connection, everything runs faster. Uploading product photos is instant, our phone service is crystal clear, and customers get quicker service at the tills. It’s really taken the pressure off day-to-day.”
Lorraine Gribbons, Managing Director, Fastcom said:
“Kate’s Kitchen is the heartbeat of independent retail in Sligo, warm, driven, and deeply connected to their community. We are delighted to support their growth with our new SIRO LightPulse 1Gb service. It’s a broadband solution that truly matches the pace and passion of their business.”- 
Commenting on the findings, SIRO’s Head of Enterprise, Aoife O’Reilly noted: 
“This independent research confirms the fact that Irish business, particularly smaller businesses, are still relying on outdated copper connections which can no longer support their business needs.  “What is worrying for the longer-term growth and viability of these businesses, particularly in an era of connectivity-hungry AI, is that their poor connectivity is now affecting their workers and customers – both of which are fundamental to the success of any business.  “It’s understandable with businesses challenged by a multitude of issues that connectivity can get left on the long finger, but today’s research clearly shows that poor broadband is now having a direct impact on the performance and growth of many Irish businesses.  “Copper switch off is drawing ever closer, so rather than find themselves at a cliff edge, Irish businesses should check that they can avail of full fibre connectivity and proactively make the switch. Our research clearly shows that their employees, customers and bottom line will thank them for making the move,” added Ms. O’Reilly. 
Poor broadband connectivity in Irish businesses is impacting both their productivity and customer satisfaction, according to new research commissioned by broadband network operator SIRO. In the past complaints about rural connectivity for Irish homes would have been common, but now the majority of Irish professionals (60%) claim their home broadband is better than their office connection. The survey by Amárach Research revealed that a quarter (26%) of Irish workers said that poor broadband connectivity in the office is impacting their ability to do their job effectively, with professionals in Dublin (32%), Connacht (32%) and Ulster (32%) reporting the highest levels of dissatisfaction. Having substandard broadband connections are also hurting Irish businesses’ efforts to attract and keep customers, with high levels of dissatisfaction also reported by shoppers. Approximately 6 in 10 (57%) members of the Irish public stated that they had bad experiences with Irish businesses connectivity when buying goods or services from them. Over 1 in 5 (22%) of those went further to say that they would be less likely to buy from those businesses again in the future because of their experience. The research findings support the view that the slow take-up of fibre to the premises broadband by Irish businesses is now directly impacting both their productivity, attractiveness as a place to work and crucially, customers’ experience of those businesses. The research comes as data by the telecommunications regulator, Comreg, indicates that only 12% of Irish businesses have an active fibre-to-the-premise connection (“full fibre”) with tens of thousands of these businesses continuing to rely on outdated and slow copper connections. This is despite Comreg data indicating that 79% of premises now have access to full fibre broadband. Copper switch off, the process by which the outdated copper broadband network will be permanently turned off and decommissioned, is expected to commence over the coming years making it more urgent that businesses, particularly SMEs, still reliant on this outdated technology are now encouraged to move to faster and more reliable full fibre broadband. In response, SIRO’s has launched a new bespoke product into the Irish market, LightPulse, a Gigabit fibre broadband product, tailored to meet the needs of Irish SMEs and designed to support these businesses in making the transition to full fibre. Commenting on the findings, SIRO’s Head of Enterprise, Aoife O’Reilly said:
“This research highlights the fact that Irish business, particularly smaller businesses, are still relying on outdated copper connections which can no longer support their business needs. “What is worrying for the longer-term growth and viability of these businesses, particularly in an era of connectivity-hungry AI, is that their poor broadband connections are now affecting their workers and customers – both of which are fundamental to the success of any company. “Copper switch off is drawing ever closer, so rather than find themselves at a cliff edge, Irish businesses should check that they can avail of full fibre connectivity and proactively make the switch. Our research clearly shows that their employees, customers and bottom line will thank them for making the move,” added Ms. O’Reilly.
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Moving into or just moved into a new home? Looking to get reliable, high-speed broadband into your home? At SIRO, we understand the demand for broadband from new homeowners today. Having access to a reliable, fast connection enables you to live and work from home with ease. SIRO research highlighted this, finding that broadband was voted as the most important factor for under-35s when considering buying a home, higher than demand for a garden (40%) or a parking spot (15%). To make it even easier, SIRO has launched a new feature on our website designed specifically for people moving into new homes, whether as a buyer or renter. Whether you’re already living in your home, waiting on your keys, or planning your move, you can now check if your home is SIRO-ready and even pre-order your connection. This means that your broadband connection can be ready from the day you move in.

Who is SIRO?

  • SIRO is a joint venture between ESB and Vodafone delivering full fibre broadband to towns and cities across Ireland.
  • Our full fibre network can provide speeds of up to 2 Gigabits per second for residential customers and carries TV & voice services with selected retailers.

Want SIRO broadband for your new home? Start with your Eircode.

Every premise in Ireland, home or business, requires an Eircode to ensure that it has an identifiable location. You can find out more information on this process here. Now, using our new New Homes webpage, you can:
  • Already moved in? Search your Eircode and order SIRO today from one of our retailers.
  • Bought but waiting for keys? Search by Eircode, address or county and register for a reminder to pre-order before you move in.
  • Planning ahead? Browse a list of new developments already passed or soon to be passed by SIRO.

How do I place an order for SIRO?

  • Search your Eircode at www.siro.ie/new-developments to see if SIRO is available to your home.
  • If SIRO is available, a list of retailers and their varying price points will appear. Our website will take you directly to your selected retailer.

My Eircode is not showing up on the SIRO website when I search it?

  • There may be a number of reasons for this, such as SIRO is currently building its network in your area, SIRO is not yet available in your area, or your new Eircode has yet to be updated on our systems.
  • You can contact SIRO via our email address info@siro.ie for any further queries.

Is it possible to place an order without an Eircode?

While we always advise acquiring the Eircode for your new home, it may be possible, in a limited number of circumstances, for SIRO to connect your home without one. Please contact SIRO directly at info@siro.ie for further information.

Will all homes in my estate have access to SIRO’s fibre broadband at the same time?

SIRO rolls out its fibre broadband network to new developments and the homes within them in parallel with these homes becoming available to their new residents. In practice, this means that as new homes are released by your developer, we endeavour to have these premises SIRO fibre broadband enabled. In general, we always recommend visiting siro.ie/register-your-interest to register your Eircode and receive automatic updates when SIRO is available in your home, including updates on SIRO’s rollout to towns and cities across Ireland.

Take Broadband Off Your Moving Checklist

With our new webpage, getting connected to SIRO fibre has never been simpler. To find out if SIRO’s high-speed broadband is available to your new home, search your Eircode today at www.siro.ie/new-developments. For any further queries regarding your new home, please contact info@siro.ie. [lookup_modal type="eircode" button-text="Search Your Eircode" position="mid" title="Input your Eircode to check whether SIRO is available at your location"]