Merger of internet service providers to create 36 jobs

A MERGER between two wireless internet service providers, Amocom and Callidus/Omnitel, is expected to create 36 new jobs in Cork and Limerick.

The combined firm known as Ripple Communications Limited – Ripplecom – will increase its workforce from 14 to 50 employees over the next three years by growing its customer base to 30,000, expanding services to all 26 counties.

Ripplecom began trading this month from its headquarters in Blackpool, Co Cork, and regional office in Limerick.

It has 3,100 customers in 12 counties and operates from 235 wireless access points. The company’s plans are being supported by IFA Telecom while significant funding has been secured from FBD.

Managing director John McDonnell said: “Ripplecom’s core focus is to provide broadband connectivity to residential, SoHo, SME and Corporate customers within an ever expanding footprint and to work with communities to deliver a sustainable broadband service.”

He continued: “The merger allows us to build a stronger, more resilient company. Through this combination, Ripplecom will increase its presence in the wireless broadband market, where its team of experienced engineers will continue to build a countrywide network and service that is both accessible and cost efficient for business clients and residential customers alike.”