Talk Straight Limited, trading as Schools Broadband, are pleased to announce the acquisition of Essex based ISP, United Network Technologies. Talk Straight is one of the largest education focused ISPs in the UK, and is now able to add this acquisition to its double-digit organic growth during the last four years.

This is an exciting opportunity for both organisations, with United Network Technologies able to secure even greater economies of scale by joining the nationally acclaimed Schools Broadband. Both businesses share common values around exceptional customer service and experience, through their people, whilst utilising best of breed technical solutions, to ensure exceptionally safe, secure and fast connectivity services to schools.

CEO of The Talk Straight Group said: “United Network Technologies has an excellent track record of delivering quality ISP and security services to over 100 schools around the UK. The addition of their staff, additional product portfolio and customers are an excellent fit for Talk Straight and our national Schools Broadband brand.”

Managing Director of United Network Technologies Limited, Tom Lee added: “We are very pleased to have finally become part of the Talk Straight Group, one of the largest privately owned ISP’s in the United Kingdom. This acquisition allows United Network Technologies the flexibility to offer schools, particularly those located in the south of England, a far more comprehensive range of broadband and cyber security service in order to fully protect both teachers and pupils alike.”