Three UK Boots Up for 5G – A High‑Speed Leap Ahead
What’s been done so far?
- Top‑Tier 5G Spectrum – Three has snagged the UK’s leading 5G spectrum blocks, giving it the bandwidth to outshine rivals.
- Next‑Gen Cell Sites – An agreement is in place to roll out new, smarter hub‑stations that will set the stage for 5G, while also giving a boost to the existing 4G network.
- Fibres that Run Like Lightning – A brand‑new dark fibre network threads through 20 fresh data centres that’re energy‑efficient and ultra‑secure.
- Cloud‑Native 5G Core – The first of its kind in the world – a fully integrated, cloud‑based core that starts at 1.2 TB/s, triple the current capacity, and can scale on demand.
- Speedy Aggregation – Carrier aggregation has been activated on 2,500 busy sites, giving customers a tangible bump in data speeds.
The Big Picture – 5G is the Future
Think about it: by 2025, UK phones will be pushing 13‑times the data load it does today. But here’s the kicker – Three’s customers are already gulping 3.5‑times the data that most users consume. 5G is the perfect answer to string them all together.
With 5G, the network can offer “wireless fibre” – a quantum leap in capacity with almost zero lag. That means fast home‑broadband, cutting‑edge industrial tech, and a smooth experience for the next wave of mobile data lovers.
From the Front Desk
Dave Dyson, Three’s CEO, called it a “game‑changer.” He emphasized how this massive investment is not just a tech upgrade but a vital plug‑in to the UK’s digital future.
Keeping Momentum
Three is teaming up with the government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) to smash through obstacles like planning laws and access to public land, so the rollout can stay on track.
The Road Ahead
The first commercial run‑of‑the‑mill 5G devices for phones and at‑home broadband are slated for the second half of 2019, keeping customers on the cutting edge without missing a beat.
