45,000 homes and businesses in Mayo gain access to full fibre broadband

Open eir, Ireland’s largest wholesale telecommunications provider, has announced it has passed 45,597 homes and businesses in Mayo and 1.5 million premises nationally, with its fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) broadband network. This significant milestone is a result of open eir’s €15 million programme investment in the county with 90 per-cent of the full-fibre rollout now complete.

This landmark means that more than 4 million people across Ireland can access ultrafast full fibre connectivity, cementing Ireland’s status as one of Europe’s most digitally connected nations.

Backed by eir’s €2 billion multiyear investment in fibre and 5G, this rollout ensures the country’s networks keep pace with the evolving needs of citizens, businesses and public services.

When open eir completes its fibre rollout, the largest broadband build ever undertaken in Ireland, alongside National Broadband Ireland’s delivery to remaining rural areas, Ireland will achieve truly ubiquitous fibre connectivity.

This nationwide infrastructure is a cornerstone of economic competitiveness, regional development and public service delivery, ensuring every community can participate fully in the digital economy.

Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport commented on the announcement: “This is a major milestone for Ireland and a clear sign of the progress we are making in building a truly connected country. Passing 1.5 million homes and businesses with full fibre means more people, in every part of Ireland, can access fast, reliable connectivity that is now essential for work, education and daily life. Crucially this is about more than speed, it’s about opportunity. It supports regional development, enables remote working, and ensures our communities can compete and thrive.”