How Activeport’s NBN Integration Transforms Nationwide Connectivity and Margins

National Expansion of Global Edge

Activeport Group Ltd (ASX – ATV) has taken a significant step in scaling its Global Edge network-as-a-service platform by integrating NBN circuit provisioning. Previously focused on enterprise connectivity in Sydney and Melbourne through the Fibreconnx network, this integration now extends Activeport’s reach to virtually any location across Australia. This move effectively transforms Global Edge into a truly national platform, addressing the connectivity needs of enterprises with distributed sites.

Strategic Infrastructure Partnerships

The expansion leverages Managed Networks’ NBN Points of Interconnect (POI) backhaul, supported by Superloop’s fibre infrastructure, enabling Activeport to offer nationwide service without incurring additional capital or operational costs. This multi-carrier architecture provides resilient, low-latency access to 121 NBN POIs, combining Fibreconnx’s scalable bandwidth in high-density urban centres with NBN’s extensive national footprint.

Financial and Operational Benefits

Activeport is migrating approximately 1,600 ISP customers from an off-net provider to its on-net NBN service, which is expected to improve gross margins by 25% on $1.9 million in annual revenue. The integration also introduces advanced API-driven automation in collaboration with Managed Networks, accelerating provisioning and support processes. This automation enhances customer experience by reducing time-to-market and simplifying network management.

Enhancing International Connectivity

Beyond domestic expansion, Global Edge now links to Activeport’s Singapore Network-to-Network Interchange, enabling international telecommunications operators to procure circuits that terminate anywhere in Australia. This positions Activeport as a premier solution for global telcos seeking seamless, automated connectivity between overseas origins and Australian destinations, addressing challenges related to local market knowledge and network orchestration.

Market Opportunity and Outlook

The NBN’s near-universal broadband coverage, with over 8.6 million active connections and $5.7 billion in FY2025 revenue, provides a robust foundation for Activeport’s expanded service offering. By integrating NBN’s business-grade wholesale products, including Enterprise Ethernet with high availability and symmetric speeds, Global Edge is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for scalable, automated enterprise networking solutions in Australia’s evolving telecommunications landscape.