Broadband ISP Zen Internet Expands UK Business Connectivity Products
Rochdale-based ISP Zen Internet has today announced that they’ve expanded their Direct Business connectivity portfolio to give UK businesses access to “more full fibre networks than any other ISP“. The main development seems to be the launch of CityFibre’s Business FTTP, Ethernet Flex and Direct Internet Access (DIA) services.
In addition, Zen has also made BT’s SoTAP (Single Order Temporary Access Product) available, which they describe as a “future-proof, all-IP solution for businesses still on ADSL that are not yet in full fibre [FTTP] or FTTC footprints” (we think ‘future-proof’ might be pushing the description it a bit though, as even this should eventually be replaced by fibre).
As for CityFibre’s Flex and DIA Ethernet services, this includes Ethernet 1000 Flex (offering 200 Mbps committed speeds with burst capacity up to 1Gbps) and 1Gbps DIA Ethernet (a dedicated, uncontended Direct Internet Access service) – both can be quoted by calling Zen’s team directly. But it would be good to see CityFibre going faster than this.
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Otherwise, the available speeds on the new CityFibre FTTP for Business products via Zen include 100, 300, 500, 900, 1.8, and 2.5Gbps (symmetric).
Jon Nowell, MD of Zen Business, said:
“Zen Business is building the UK’s most extensive full fibre and leased line network for business. The addition of Full Fibre and Ethernet from CityFibre marks a major step forward in delivering faster speeds and greater value to organisations across the country.
We’re also pleased to unveil BT SoTAP. With the PSTN switch-off fast approaching and ADSL services retiring, we remain committed to helping businesses upgrade to full fibre. In areas where this isn’t yet possible, SoTAP delivers essential continuity as legacy options disappear.”
Andy Wilson, Head of Wholesale at CityFibre, said:
“We’re delighted to be launching our Business Ethernet and FTTP offerings with Zen. This expansion strengthens our shared commitment to delivering choice and value to businesses across the UK. We look forward to supporting Zen to enter new markets and drive growth in 2026.”
Mark is a professional technology writer, IT consultant and computer engineer from Dorset (England), he also founded ISPreview in 1999 and enjoys analysing the latest telecoms and broadband developments. Find me on X (Twitter), Mastodon, Facebook, BlueSky, Threads.net and Linkedin.
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