Elisa Finland Acquires Fiber Network of Elenia With 8,000 Premises Passed

Finnish telecommunications service provider Elisa has announced the acquisition of utility company Elenia’s fiber network to strengthen its existing infrastructure. In an official release, Elisa stated that it aims to enhance its fiber network in Central Finland, the Tampere region, and Northern Ostrobothnia through the acquisition of Elenia’s fiber network. The transaction is set to be effective on December 31, 2023.

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Expanded Coverage in Key Regions

Elisa highlighted that Elenia’s fiber network currently serves approximately 8,000 households and small businesses in cities such as Akaa, Hameenlinna, Jyvaskyla, Kalajoki, Kangasala, Laukaa, Lempaala, Nokia, Orivesi, and Viitasaari. Moving forward, Elisa plans to maintain and develop this acquired fiber network.

With this move, Elisa has expanded its fiber network to additional premises in Central Finland, Pirkanmaa, and Northern Ostrobothnia, complementing its existing coverage of approximately 200,000 premises.

Network Development

“Elisa has been providing fixed network broadband services in Central Finland, the Tampere region, and Ostrobothnia for several years. This transaction will enable Elisa to offer fiber network services to an increasing number of customers in these regions. Elenia has played a significant role in expanding fiber connectivity in the area, and we look forward to continuing the development of the network and services. In a bustling fibre market, customers will be reassured by Elisa’s responsible long-term business and transparent contract models,” Elisa said.

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