CityFibre Kicks Off Sussex Project Gigabit Work, Bringing Full Fibre Broadband to Rural Communities
CityFibre, the UK’s largest independent full fibre platform, has officially commenced work on its £142 million Project Gigabit contract in Sussex. This landmark initiative aims to connect over 39,000 rural properties across east and West Sussex to gigabit-capable broadband infrastructure, marking a notable step forward in digital connectivity for the region.
Project Overview and Scope
The Sussex Project Gigabit contract, awarded by Building Digital UK (BDUK), represents one of the largest government-funded broadband contracts to date. The project will focus on:
• Delivering full fibre connectivity to hard-to-reach areas
• Covering approximately 39,000 rural properties
• Spanning locations across East and West Sussex
• Implementation timeline extending thru 2025
Strategic Implementation and Timeline
Initial construction work has begun in several key areas:
• Preliminary surveys and planning phases
• infrastructure deployment in priority locations
• Coordination with local authorities and stakeholders
• Phased rollout approach to minimize disruption
Economic and Social Impact
The project is expected to deliver significant benefits to Sussex communities:
• Creation of local job opportunities
• Enhanced digital connectivity for businesses
• Improved access to online services
• Support for remote working capabilities
• Boost to regional economic growth
Technical Specifications
| Connection Type | Full Fibre (FTTP) |
| Speed capability | Up to 1Gbps |
| Coverage Area | 39,000+ properties |
Government Partnership and Funding
the project represents a significant collaboration between:
• CityFibre as the primary infrastructure provider
• Building Digital UK (BDUK)
• Local authorities in Sussex
• department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Community Engagement and Support
CityFibre has implemented a complete community engagement strategy including:
• Regular updates to local residents
• Dedicated community liaison officers
• Collaborative planning with local councils
• Clear communication channels for queries
Future-Proofing Digital Infrastructure
the implementation of full fibre technology ensures:
• Long-term sustainability of the network
• Capability to handle future bandwidth demands
• Reduced maintenance requirements
• Enhanced reliability compared to legacy networks
the Sussex Project Gigabit represents a transformative step in rural broadband connectivity, aligning with the UK government’s broader digital infrastructure goals while providing essential high-speed internet access to previously underserved communities.
