A new spectrum deal means better speed, stronger coverage, and even more reliable service for O2 network business customers across the UK.
Big news if your business relies on the O2 network — Virgin Media O2 is buying nearly 80 MHz of additional spectrum across several frequency bands from newly merged VodafoneThree in a deal worth over £340 million. But don’t worry — you don’t need to understand spectrum bands or technical jargon to see why this matters. This move is all about O2 giving customers better performance, especially as mobile usage keeps growing and businesses demand more from their connectivity.
Let take a look at how it breaks down.
What’s spectrum, and why does it matter?
Think of mobile spectrum like motorway lanes for your data – the more lanes you have, the more cars (or data) can get through at once. Whether you’re in a busy office block, a city centre, or out on a remote worksite you’ll benefit from faster speeds, reduced congestion and improved performance.
Here’s the proposed purchase in technical detail-
- 20 MHz at 1,400 MHz (supplemental downlink)
- 18.8 MHz at 2.1 GHz (4G capacity)
- 20 MHz at 2.6 GHz (TDD – boosts capacity and data speeds — especially in busy areas with lots of simultaneous users)
- 20 MHz at 3.4 GHz (5G capacity)
Once Ofcom gives the green light, Virgin Media O2 will hold around 30% of the UK’s total mobile spectrum — putting it on par with EE and the newly merged Vodafone–Three group.
What’s in it for O2 business customers?
Here’s how you’re likely to benefit:
✅ Better speeds when you need them most.
Faster downloads, smoother video calls, and quicker cloud access — especially during peak times when lots of users are on the network.
✅ Stronger signal in more places.
More spectrum = more reliable coverage in tricky spots like large offices, warehouses, or rural areas where mobile signal can sometimes struggle.
✅ More reliable 5G.
Part of the deal includes 3.4 GHz spectrum — perfect for 5G. This helps unlock more of what 5G promises for business: ultra-reliable connections, low latency, and high-capacity for data-heavy tools.
✅ Future-ready network investment.
Virgin Media O2 has already spent billions upgrading the network — this spectrum deal is another big step forward in making sure the infrastructure is ready for future network demands.
When will it happen?
The deal is still waiting on final approval from Ofcom, but that’s expected to go through later this year. Once approved, O2 will start rolling out the improvements across its mobile network.
While these changes won’t happen overnight, you can expect gradual improvements throughout late 2025 and beyond — especially in high-demand areas.
Why this is good news for your business.
Whether your teams are in the office, out on site, or working remotely — better O2 network performance means:
- More reliable access to business tools and apps
- Smoother collaboration over Teams, Zoom, or WhatsApp
- Faster file uploads and downloads
- Fewer dropped calls or signal issues
- Peace of mind that your connectivity is backed by serious investment
Final thought.
This spectrum upgrade is more than just technical fine-tuning — it’s a meaningful step towards giving O2 business users improved speed, coverage and reliability to stay connected, productive, and competitive.
As a trusted O2 Direct Partner, we’ll keep you updated as improvements roll out. And if you’ve got questions about the future network, just give us a call. Contact our team Call – 01744 412342.
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