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SIRO has announced the rollout of its full fibre network in Sandyford, Dublin.

SIRO, Ireland’s leading 100% fibre broadband network operator, has announced the rollout of its full fibre network in Sandyford, Dublin.

SIRO’s fibre to the premise network will be available to over 2,300 premises – residential and businesses – within the Sandyford area. To date about half of this number of premises can already access SIRO’s network, with the rollout on track to be completed by the end of June. This will deliver future-proofed, reliable and fast broadband to homes and businesses in the area. SIRO’s broadband network provides up to 2 Gigabits for homes and up to 10 Gigabits for business.

SIRO’s rollout represents a large investment in digital infrastructure in Sandyford – one of Dublin’s growing and most vibrant residential and commercial districts.

Sandyford is a thriving commercial centre with more than 1,000 Irish and international companies employing over 6,000 people directly. In parallel, Sandyford’s residential footprint is also growing rapidly, with several new housing developments and an expanding population of over 6,000 residents. Both the number of homes and businesses based in Sandyford is expected to increase further in the coming years. The arrival of SIRO’s future proofed full fibre network marks a timely addition to the area’s infrastructure and overall future development.

Areas included in the SIRO rollout in Sandyford include (but are not limited to) The Edges, Beacon South Quarter, The Cubes, The Forum, Carmanhall Court, The Maple, The Arcs, Beacon One, Time Place, South Central, and The Points.

The Sandyford deployment is part of SIRO’s wider expansion across South Dublin, where the company has invested significantly to bring full fibre broadband to high need, high-demand areas, stretching from Shankill to Stillorgan.

To date, SIRO’s national network has reached more than 650,000 premises across 143 towns and cities, as part of its €1 billion investment. The company is on track to pass over 700,000 premises by 2026, helping to future-proof communities right across Ireland.

Speaking at the launch of SIRO’s network in Sandyford, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora (and T.D. for the area) Neale Richmond noted:

“The rollout of 100% fibre broadband for Sandyford is a fantastic development and one which demonstrates the dynamic growth prospects for the Sandyford area. This investment in digital infrastructure paves the way for Sandyford to really develop as a future proofed hub for business and families in the area.

SIRO Chief Executive Officer, John Keaney commented:

“Sandyford is a dynamic and growing area, with a strong mix of residential, business and retail. The area has grown significantly in recent years with ambitious plans for further growth.

“By bringing SIRO’s 100% fibre broadband network here, we are ensuring that this community has access to the digital connectivity it needs today and into the future. Whether it’s for remote work, business operations, or home entertainment, our network offers fast, reliable broadband that supports modern living.”

Sandyford Business District CEO Ger Corbett commenting on SIRO’s fibre broadband network in the district noted:

“The transition to high-speed broadband in Sandyford Business District is a gamechanger as the benefit to homes and businesses in the area will be immense, enhancing connectivity, boosting efficiency, and supporting long-term productivity.

“The investment in fibre broadband aligns with SBD’s core goals of innovation and future-proofing the district, ensuring it remains a competitive and dynamic hub for decades to come.”

CWSI to create 50 new jobs as it accelerates business growth

CWSI, Ireland’s most experienced mobile and cloud security specialist, today announces that it will create 50 new jobs in the next three years as it plans to double its user base to 1 million by 2025. To position itself for further significant growth, it is looking for new hires across software development, cybersecurity, engineering, sales, operations, and product and project management. It currently has 20 roles available with immediate effect.

The company plans significant organic growth in its direct and indirect business across five key markets of the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg, while also considering further expansion of its European footprint through acquisition.

CWSI Group forecasts 30% revenue growth in 2023 as it strengthens and extends its portfolio of cloud security, compliance, and enterprise mobility solutions for hybrid working. Over the next three years, CWSI plans to substantially scale its channel business, through both existing and new channel partners, to become a leading European enablement partner for the secure digital workplace.

It will extend its expertise and service offering with key strategic vendor partners such as Microsoft, placing a strong focus on recurring revenue and managed services. The company will also focus on growing its proprietary workplace software, which transforms the cumbersome and admin-heavy process of selecting, on-boarding, and managing a new device through powerful automation and easy self-service.

To support its ambitious growth plans, CWSI secured new funding of €21M in 2022 and made its first acquisitions in mainland Europe. The company acquired BLAUD, a mobility and security specialist based in Utrecht, Netherlands, and mobco, a modern workplace and mobility specialist which is expanding CWSI’s reach into Belgium and Luxembourg. Over the past year, it has successfully integrated both organisations into the wider CWSI Group, allowing it to grow its service offerings and skillsets.

To set the business up for sustained growth, CWSI has restructured its senior leadership team with a number of key appointments. Des Ryan is the new Group Chief Operations Officer (COO). Des joins CWSI from Microsoft Ireland where he served on the executive leadership team and held the dual roles of Director of Solutions and Director of Cyber Security for the company. The appointment further strengthens CWSI’s Microsoft practice and will accelerate the development of its Microsoft business in the UK and Western Europe.

Other significant appointments include Mark Mitchell as Group Chief Technical Officer (CTO), who will be responsible for new product, technology, and service development. Mickaella Glynn has been appointed as Group Chief People Officer (CPO), and will be responsible for all aspects of the group’s people strategy. Paul Line has been appointed as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and will lead all marketing and commercial activity for CWSI.

Thierry Lammers and Ulrik Van Schepdael, the respective CEOs of the newly acquired BLAUD and mobco, also join the senior leadership team and will continue to provide local leadership and drive business development in their regions.

Ronan Murphy, CEO, CWSI Group: “We’ve set ourselves a challenging but achievable target as we enter the next chapter of CWSI’s growth story, adding 50 highly-skilled people to the team and reaching one million end-users by 2025. In response to growing demand among our customers for innovative solutions that support the modern workplace, we will leverage our enhanced expertise in mobile and security along with our growing channel and geographical reach. This will allow us to deliver the highest levels of service to our expanding customer base while securing the digital experience for their employees.

“Our recent acquisitions have quickly proven to be a perfect fit for our business and customers. In addition, our new leadership team gives us the depth of knowledge and experience we need to accelerate our growth targets and become a leading pan-European provider of cloud, mobile and security services.”