ONE MONTH TO GO BEFORE OUR BIGGEST ISP SUMMIT YET!
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It’s only 5 weeks until our annual ISP Summit which brings together industry leaders to discuss the most critical challenges and opportunities in our sector.
Title: ISP Summit 2025 - The Next Chapter in UK Internet Evolution
Date: Thursday 8th May 2025, 9am - 6pm
Location: Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, SW1P 3EE
This year's summit promises to be ISPA's most significant conference to date. Set in a new, larger venue, the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in the heart of Westminster, we anticipate welcoming over 200 attendees for unparalleled networking opportunities and engaging discussions across four stages and breakout rooms.
Find our full agenda here. Four headline panels at the event include:
- The Next Chapter in the UK fibre market: Unlocking the UK’s Digital Future
- Beyond Speed & Price – Crafting a Compelling Narrative to Boost Consumer Engagement, Customer Loyalty and Commercial Sustainability
- Panning for Fibre: Finding Future Fibre Investment
- Understanding Aggregation - its emergence and its impact
Alongside the panels there will be a multitude of fireside chats, interactive workshops and roundtable sessions on offer for members at the event. The topics will cover a wide array of areas, including policy & regulation, business connectivity, security, commercial challenges, effective communication, emerging technology and much more….
We look forward to welcoming you to our largest ever Summit! ISPA members get free tickets ⬇️
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ISPA Policy Updates
Most importantly, the Chancellor announced her Spring Statement on the 26th March, delivering an update on objectives set out in the Autumn Budget, as well as a response to the revised forecasts published by the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), against a uniquely challenging economic and geopolitical background. With a strong focus on defence, digitalisation and public service reform, all eyes are on the Spending Review to see where the money (what little of it) will be allocated.
More importantly for the telecoms sector, Ofcom published the much anticipated Telecoms Access Review (TAR) consultation, which will determine how the market is regulated from 2026 to 2031. Additionally, they also published a Statement regarding their Plan of Work for 2025/2026.
Other notable announcements include the tabling of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill; released an Action Plan for overhauling the regulatory system; and published a policy statement with more details around the incoming Cyber Security and Resilience Bill.
At the moment, we are finalising our responses to DSIT's Digital Inclusion Action Plan and the Home Office's consultation on ransomware; we've also started work on as response to the DfE's digital divide consultation.
Further, we are currently welcoming qualitative and quantitative data on fraud from members, as well as views on MDU amendments in the Renters Rights' Bill and joint user poles (JUPs).
Please get in touch with policy@ispa.org.uk with any questions!
Developed by the Telecommunications Poles Working Group, an initiative established by ISPA UK and INCA - Independent Networks Cooperative Associationat the request of Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, this guidance outlines recommendations that encourage a community-conscious approach to telecoms infrastructure deployment.
These recommendations include:
- Effective communication with members of the public and other stakeholders
- Utilising infrastructure sharing where possible
- Minimising disruption for communities and the environment
We encourage all industry stakeholders to adopt these best practices to ensure that the benefits of full fibre reach every corner of our society. For more details, please read the guidance on our website here.
ISPA Events
ISPA AWARDS 2025 REGISTRATION CLOSES ON FRIDAY
This year there are 20 categories to choose from that cover all parts of tech industry. Among the old favourites such as Best Consumer, Business or Rural ISPs, we are excited to introduce five new categories:
Best Wholesale Platform
Best Network Integration
Best Technology Partnership
Engineer of the Year
Best Customer Loyalty
We encourage all ISPs, network operators, technology partners, and industry stakeholders to take part. The registration and participation remains free to all!
How to participate:
- Register by 11th April on thinkbroadband site here
- Find the written entry form in categories on our website, complete the form and send it to awards@ispa.org.uk by 20th June 2025.
Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on 13th November, the Early Bird tickets are already on sale HERE.
Now in its 18th year, the P&I Conference is the key annual parliamentary event for the UK’s internet and connectivity sector, welcoming key representatives from across the policy landscape – including industry, government, Parliament, academia and civil society –to discuss the impact of connectivity and the policy issues facing the UK internet sector.
The 2025 P&I Conference takes place within the context of a relatively new Parliament looking to make its mark; a brand-new Digital Inclusion Action Plan; legislative developments across cyber, online safety, and emerging technology; underpinned by the Government’s Industrial Strategy. It also takes place during ISPA’s 30 year anniversary!
Throughout the day, expert speakers will provide key insights through panel discussions and keynotes covering the evolving role of ISPs in online safety, the opportunities and challenges facing the sector, and the steps needed to ensure digital infrastructure delivers economic and social benefits across the UK.
ISPA members get priority tickets. Find out more about sponsorship options HERE.
ISPA Partners
Customer Story - Cumberland Connect
Delivering high-quality streaming content without breaking the bank on upstream bandwidth costs is a common challenge for ISPs across the globe. When their subscribers request video content, many ISPs pay for every single stream to travel from an upstream data center through their network. This inefficiency creates a financial burden that can impact service affordability and network expansion.
The solution? Bringing content directly into the ISP network with specialized CDN technology. Netskrt recently sat down with Tennessee-based ISP Cumberland Connect, who deployed Netskrt's locally embedded cache, and achieved the following results:
✅ 10% reduction in peak traffic
✅ $3,000 monthly savings in upstream costs
✅ extended lifespan of their existing bandwidth
The most powerful insight isn't just the cost savings—it's the fundamental shift in how ISPs like Cumberland Connect approach content delivery. Instead of building expensive direct connections to distant peering centers, they can use locally embedded caching.
Read the customer story HERE.
Calix Launches ASM1001 High-Availability Service Aggregation System So Broadband Providers Can Build Resilient Networks That Scale
Calix's ASM1001 system helps altnets build resilient infrastructure and serve remote locations better. CTOs commend its flexibility, compactness, cost-effectiveness, and ability to meet access aggregation and routing needs. With ASM1001 and Operations Cloud, BSPs gain reliable networks, faster troubleshooting, broadband expansion, and expert guidance.
Read the full press release HERE.
TAUC is the next-generation and constantly evolving Wi-Fi management solution from TP-Link Aginet, which now includes Ofcom compliant speed test scheduling.
The TAUC Solution incorporates the TR-369 USP cloud server, carrier-grade TR-369 CPE, a mobile app, and tailor-made API services for TP-Link’s ISP customers.
ISPs can launch their service plans more profitably and offer a better user experience thanks to the easy-to-use network and Wi-Fi status dashboard integrated into the TAUC platform.
The TAUC dashboard and visualisation software assists ISP’s to monitor their network status in real-time and seamlessly manage Wi-Fi routers and mesh systems under a single interface.
The dedicated Aginet app allows end users to configure and manage their devices remotely and ensures their network is ‘always-on’.
LilaConnect chooses Genexis’ Aura E650, Pulse EX600 and CloudSight to enhance full fibre broadband experience
Genexis, the European leader in innovative broadband solutions, is proud to announce its collaboration with LilaConnect, part of The Freedom Fibre Group, to enhance their home broadband experience. LilaConnect has chosen Genexis’ Aura E650 Wi-Fi 6 gateway, and the Pulse EX600 mesh-extender, combined with the powerful CloudSight management platform, to deliver a superior broadband experience for their customers.
Read the full press release HERE.
Industry Insights
IQGeo enters exclusive negotiations to acquire AI software developer Deepomatic
ISPA is thrilled to announce our latest partner, Networks Centre. Joining us as an Infrastructure Solution Provider, Networks Centre are experts in telecommunications, providing tailored solutions that empower an interconnected world.
Whether you're rolling out FTTx, deploying high-density long-haul fibre, expanding data centres or building out 5G networks, Networks Centre offer services including:
➡️ Cable cutting, re-reeling and configured drum sizes
➡️ Dedicated stock to be held and fast delivery from stockholding
➡️ Servicing, hire and concierge options.
Their bespoke services and quality product range leads are key factors leading to seamless project completion.
Learn more about Networks Centre HERE.
ISPA Members
ISPA is happy to welcome new member One Tek Business Solutions.
Partner Events
ISPA offers its members a variety of discounts for events that we partner with:
All women in our industry can join Women in Telcoms group run by our sister organisation Comms Council UK for free. Their next in person meeting is on 22nd May and we are happy to share their invitation. Find more about this group here.
Tech & AI Live - 14th and 15th May 2025 - the premier event for technology, AI, and cyber executives from across the UK and Europe. Find more information and register here.
White Label World Expo - 12th and 13th November 2025 - Find out more and register here.
Partners of ISPA
Become an ISPA Partner
ISPA Partnership offers organisations the opportunity to connect, develop relationships and grow their visibility with our 150+ ISP member community.
The packages run over a 12 month period and include 4 in-person events (including our prestigious ISPA Awards), online thought leadership, marketing opportunities and various other deliverables that ensures your organisation grows its connections in the UK ISP sector.
Find out what the opportunities are here.
To enquire about an ISPA partnership, please message our Head of Partnerships at krystian@ispa.org.uk.
