The Mayor of London has confirmed that a contract has been awarded to Virgin Media to provide public access Wi-Fi at up to 120 Tube station platforms.
Virgin Media, in partnership with London Underground, will introduce Wi-Fi at over 80 stations ahead of the summer.
By the end of 2012, up to 120 Tube stations, many of them deep-level, will be connected.
The new Wi-Fi service will launch as a free, unlimited service for all Tube passengers from summer 2012 and will continue to offer free live TfL travel information via a new online portal after this period.
Wi-Fi at Tube stations will then be made available as part of Virgin Media’s broadband and mobile subscriptions.
Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London, said:
“It’s vital that we harness the massive opportunities stemming from the digital revolution, by creating a vibrant, world class industry to attract investment and create jobs for Londoners.
“Millions of passengers will now be able to connect to their work, friends or access the latest news and travel information whilst on the move. This is a fabulous new and free resource which will be in place from this summer when London is being showcased on a global stage and playing host to millions.”
