Vodafone Group Plc (ADR)(NASDAQ:VOD) Australia seems all set with the launch of its National Broadband Network (NBN) services. The mobile network operator is making good on its projections, which it made in October 2016 for fixed broadband before the end of 2017. Nonetheless, through its general manager, Matthew Lobb, the company confirms that a late 2017 rollout is still within the timeline.
The opening of expressions of interest to consumers
Lobb claims that many consumers are not satisfied with their current fixed broadband provider. This presents an incredible opportunity for Vodafone and thanks to NBN, which has the potential of offering competitive services. The GM writes, “We’ve received significant interest from consumers who are looking for an alternative to the current fixed broadband incumbents.”
Vodafone’s goal is the provision of exceptional customer service. As a result, it has opened expressions of interest to consumers who wish to get information about Vodafone’s fixed broadband offers. The company says it will have a direct communication line in the lead up to launch with customers who have pre-registered.
All that the company is looking out for is bringing simplicity into broadband plans and enhanced customer experience. Nonetheless, it has not disclosed any details regarding speed, data, and the pricing strategy of its NBN plans.
Vodafone advocates for urgent changes
It seems like the mobile operator, which has already finished two milestones of mobile coverage expansion has been raring to go. The company has also put in place a strong 4G network, which serves close to 22 million Australians with more than 5.5 million customers on board.
Vodafone cites the need for urgent change not only to the connectivity virtual circuit (CVC) pricing structure but also to the access virtual circuit (AVC) charge. The operator argues that the industry does not have the full potential benefits of the NBN thus even the recent CVC discount are not substantial.
The company, which is now seeking to take control of its 5.5 million mobile phone customers, also cites the possibility of having NBN share out its mobile spectrum for 4G and 5G services. In the meantime, Vodafone stock closed at $26.50 witnessing an increase of $0.29 or 1.11%.
