UK AltNet profile
MS3 Networks
MS3 Networks builds XGS-PON full fibre in the Hull region, providing a direct competitor to KCOM in the historic Hull telephony monopoly area.
Headline numbers
| Founded | 2017 |
|---|---|
| HQ | Hessle, near Hull |
| Region of focus | Hull region; expansion across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire |
| Premises passed | Approx 207,000 ready-for-service premises across Hull and East Yorkshire |
| Premises ready for service | Data pending |
| Customers (latest) | Over 20,000 customers (September 2025 milestone) |
| Take-up rate | Data pending |
| Network tech | XGS-PON full fibre |
| Funding raised | Backed by Asterion Industrial Partners (since 2021) |
| Last funding round | Equity round |
| INCA member | Yes |
| Last updated | May 2026 |
About MS3 Networks
MS3 Networks is one of the few altnets specifically targeting the Hull region, providing a direct competitive challenge to KCOM's historic monopoly position in Hull telephony. Backed by Patrizia, MS3 builds XGS-PON full fibre with expansion across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
Coverage notes
Hull core with Yorkshire and Lincolnshire expansion.
Major build areas
Hull, East Riding, surrounding Yorkshire towns.
Partnership opportunities
Hull region partnerships. Yorkshire and Lincolnshire expansion partnerships.
FBRE supports AltNets with geo-targeted tenancy, comparison site builds for resellers, and co-marketing collaborations. Network reach is verified at 12,000,000+ impressions and 730,000+ network clicks in the 12 months to 24 May 2026 (rolling average of 2,000+ clicks per day, rising fast). See AltNet marketing for placement and pricing.
How to reach MS3 Networks-footprint switchers
- Geo-targeted tenancy on the FBRE network, single site from £99 per month.
- Postcode checker build that surfaces MS3 Networks where available, from £4,500.
- Co-marketing on the FBRE AltNet Tracker.
- Comparison engine build for partner resellers, from £7,950.
Data and methodology
This profile uses INCA member published data where available, the operator's published trading updates and press releases, Ofcom Connected Nations data, and Companies House filings. Figures marked "data pending" reflect commercially confidential or not-yet-published numbers. See methodology for sourcing detail.