LCR Connect - Full Fibre Connectivity in Liverpool City Region
Oct 29, 2024
LCR Connect delivers ultrafast, gigabit-capable full fibre broadband across the Liverpool City Region. This transformative network enables businesses to access next-generation cloud technologies and future-proof connectivity solutions.
As modern businesses increasingly rely on cloud services like accounting software, Microsoft Teams, and VoIP phone systems, LCR Connect's infrastructure provides the essential high-speed connectivity needed through both leased lines and FTTP services.
## The LCR Connect Partnership
The network is a joint venture between:
- ITS Technology Group (25%)
- Liverpool City Region (50%)
- NGE (25%)
This £30 million project will connect Liverpool, Sefton, Wirral, Knowsley, Halton and St Helens with over 130 miles of gigabit-capable fibre. The initial phase connects three transatlantic fibre cables to key economic hubs across the region's local authorities.
## Innovative Deployment Methods
To minimize disruption, ITS Technology Group and NGE utilize Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA), allowing them to share existing Openreach infrastructure rather than conducting new civil works.
## Understanding LCR Connect vs Traditional Providers
### Infrastructure Operators vs Service Providers
#### Infrastructure Operators
These companies own and manage the physical fibre networks. Historically, options were limited to BT Openreach and Virgin Media. ITS Technology Group now joins them as a major infrastructure operator in the Liverpool region.
#### Service Providers
These companies lease infrastructure to provide internet services. While Virgin Media acts as both operator and provider, companies like TalkTalk Business, Sky Ethernet, and BT Wholesale typically use Openreach infrastructure.
## LCR Connect Services
### 1. FibreOne
An FTTP service ideal for small offices featuring:
- 100Mbps (100/50) or 200Mbps (200/50) options
- 15-25 day installation
- Unlimited usage
- 48-hour fault fix SLA
- Supports VoIP and video conferencing
- Price guarantee
### 2. FibreLight
A contended leased line service offering:
- Up to 500Mbps symmetric speeds
- 15-25 day installation
- 10-hour fault fix SLA
- Minimum 60% guaranteed bandwidth
- Unlimited usage
- Price guarantee
### 3. FibreBright
A premium dedicated leased line featuring:
- Up to 10Gbps symmetric speeds
- 15-25 day installation
- 6-hour fault fix SLA
- Uncontended bandwidth
- Unlimited usage
- Price guarantee
## Why Choose Amvia for LCR Connect?
As an established ITS Technology Group partner and original Faster Britain member, Amvia delivers competitive rates for LCR Connect services while providing additional solutions including:
- Email security (Barracuda)
- Comprehensive cyber security
Our 24/7 support and proactive monitoring serve businesses of all sizes, from local enterprises to global brands like eharmony and HBO.
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