Full-fibre network enhances operations around the UK’s coastline
A £175 million full-fibre network now links 163 remote radio sites, enhancing HM Coastguard's emergency response along the UK coastline.
MAIN POINTS
- The network covers 11,000 miles of UK coastline, from Shetland Islands to Isles of Scilly.
- It supports HM Coastguard's operations by connecting 163 remote radio sites.
- The network ensures effective response to thousands of distress calls from UK waters.
TAKEAWAYS
- The £175 million investment significantly boosts emergency communication capabilities.
- Connectivity improvements enhance safety and response times for coastal emergencies.
- The network is one of the largest of its kind in the UK.