NBI gives important update on high-speed fibre broadband for Ardee

National Broadband Ireland (NBI) has announced that Ardee has now been connected to high-speed fibre broadband. Almost 6,800 homes, farms and businesses in the county can place an order for high-speed broadband today.

NBI said its connection of Ardee means that 1,578 homes and businesses can now access high-speed fibre broadband. This includes the rural surrounds of Ardee, Collon and Clonkeen.

The completion of works near Ardee means that 6,787 premises that can now pre-order or order high-speed, reliable broadband across Louth with 2,879 connections made to date.

NBI said it is encouraging all Louth residents to visit nbi.ie and check their Eircode to see if they’re ready to connect and find out more about placing an order. 

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NBI’s fibre broadband rollout under the National Broadband Plan is delivering broadband services to what is known as the State’s Intervention Area, which includes the most remote and rural parts of Ireland where commercial operators have no plans to deliver high-speed broadband.

The Intervention Area currently includes 9,000 premises in Louth which NBI said will see it deliver minimum speeds of 500 megabits per second to homes, businesses, farms, and schools across the county. As the biggest investment in rural Ireland since rural electrification, Co Louth will receive €33m of Government investment under the National Broadband Plan.

As Ireland transitions away from legacy copper networks, NBI said its fibre network will ensure communities across Louth are prepared for the future by supporting remote working, education, healthcare access and local enterprise while providing the reliability needed for everyday living.

TJ Malone, Chief Executive Officer, National Broadband Ireland, said: “We are delighted to announce that almost 1,600 Louth homes, businesses and farms near Ardee can now connect to NBI’s high-speed fibre broadband. Those connected are experiencing the life-changing benefits of high-speed fibre broadband with minimum speeds of 500 megabits per second.

“With the national switch-off of the copper network approaching, NBI’s fibre network will ensure communities across Co Louth are prepared for the future by supporting remote working, education, healthcare access, and local enterprise while providing the reliability needed for everyday living.

“As we enter the final year of the National Broadband Plan rollout, we’re encouraging everyone in Louth to check their Eircode on nbi.ie and order now to secure high-speed fibre broadband for their home or business.”