Project Gigabit’s Fibre Rollouts Gets Boost from Revolutionary Land Consent Technology
Tom Harries. Dalcour Maclaren
Built on ESRI’s global mapping platform, the consultancy’s customised system integrates with client databases and internal project tools to give real-time visibility of every site, consent and potential risk. It allows clients to make more informed decisions at the design stage, reducing the number of consents needed, avoiding delays and creating a more economic, efficient build.
The platform has replaced previous spreadsheet-based methods and basic mapping tools. It provides live access for client teams and contractors on the ground and records each interaction with landowners to ensure nothing is missed. The approach is agile and tailored for each project, avoiding a one-size-fits-all solution and allowing for integration with clients’ systems.
To date, more than 190 infrastructure sites have been managed using the new technology, with over 75% of consents already secured ahead of construction. Client feedback has been outstanding, with scores of 9 and 10 out of 10 for communication, visualisation and transparency.
“This has been a major investment for us—both financially and in terms of development time—but it’s delivering exactly what our clients need,” said Jonathan Speers, Director at Dalcour Maclaren. “It’s not just about mapping. It’s providing clarity and consistency, and helping clients keep pace with the demands of full fibre rollouts.”
The system is now used across all areas of the business, including high-profile rural projects supporting the government’s Project Gigabit scheme and has been shortlisted for the 2025 Fibre Sector Innovation Award.
