What Ziggo does

Ziggo is a Dutch telecommunications and entertainment provider headquartered in Utrecht, Netherlands, delivering hybrid cable and fiber broadband internet, cable television, fixed-line telephony, and (via the Vodafone partnership) mobile services to residential and business customers across the Netherlands. Its core product portfolio is organized around three service tiers — Internet Only, Internet & TV, and the Alles-in-1 triple-play bundle — augmented by streaming bundles (Netflix, SkyShowtime, Ziggo Sport with UEFA European football and Dutch football via ESPN Compleet), the Ziggo GO cross-platform streaming app, the Safe Online three-layer security suite (F-Secure-based), SmartWifi and Wifi Garantie, the Vodafone & Ziggo mobile app (2+ million downloads), and the Priority loyalty program. Distribution is multi-channel: a self-service website, unified mobile app, physical retail/service points, a dedicated business (Zakelijk) sales team, and an Overstapservice for switching customers, with brand awareness driven by major sports sponsorships including UEFA rights, ESPN, Formula 1, and a 12.5-year Ajax partnership ending in 2026–27. Revenue is generated entirely through recurring monthly subscriptions on bundled packages, with no transactional or ad-supported consumer revenue disclosed.

Ziggo operates as part of the VodafoneZiggo 50/50 joint venture between Liberty Global and Vodafone Group formed in 2017, and historically served as the incumbent cable operator in a Dutch home broadband market of 7.76 million residential lines (Q1 2026, Telecompaper). On February 18, 2026, Liberty Global announced an agreement to acquire Vodafone's 50% stake for €1 billion cash plus a 10% equity stake in a new Benelux holding company called Ziggo Group, which will combine VodafoneZiggo with Liberty Global's Belgian subsidiary Telenet. The new entity, targeting approximately €500 million in combined adjusted free cash flow by 2028 and a combined 13 million customers, will be led by current VodafoneZiggo CEO Stephen van Rooyen and is planned for listing on Euronext Amsterdam in 2027, with Liberty Global spinning off 90% of shares to its shareholders. The company employs 5,001–10,000 people, is privately held through Dutch private limited companies (Ziggo B.V., Ziggo Services B.V., Ziggo Zakelijk Services B.V.), and is concurrently modernizing its access network with FTTH expansion to defend against fiber-only challengers.

Name

Ziggo

Legal name

Ziggo B.V.

Website

https://ziggo.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Ziggo is a Dutch telecommunications provider offering cable and fiber internet, television, fixed telephony, and mobile services to residential and business customers across the Netherlands, operating from Utrecht as part of the VodafoneZiggo joint venture (now transitioning to the Liberty Global-controlled Ziggo Group).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications Services

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111), Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711)

SIC

Cable & Other Pay Television Services (4841), Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) (4813)

akta.pro primary industry

Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) Broadband Providers (HDAIABAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Consumer Mobile Network Operators (Retail MNOs) (HDAIAAAA), Secure Remote Access / ZTNA Gateways (Appliance/Virtual Appliance) (HDAFAFAI)

Keywords

• Broadband internet services
• Cable television services
• Fixed line telephony
• Telecommunications bundles
• Streaming and entertainment

Headquarters

HQ city

Utrecht

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Residential Internet Subscriptions: Monthly recurring subscription fees for broadband internet services ranging from basic to premium speeds up to 2 Gbit/s download, including modem rental and security features
2. Television and Streaming Packages: Subscription revenue from TV packages offering 110+ channels, premium sports content including Ziggo Sport with UEFA European football and ESPN, video-on-demand services, and add-on streaming subscriptions such as Netflix, SkyShowtime, and Videoland
3. Fixed Voice Services: Recurring revenue from fixed telephone services including basic calling plans, Volop Bellen unlimited calling packages, and optional features such as voicemail, call forwarding, and international calling
4. Bundled Service Packages: Revenue from combined service packages (Alles-in-1) bundling internet, television, and fixed telephony at discounted rates compared to individual subscriptions, designed to increase customer retention and wallet share
5. Business Telecommunications Services: Dedicated business segment offerings including enterprise internet, TV, and bundled communication solutions for commercial customers

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Ziggo is a Dutch telecommunications provider that delivers broadband internet (up to 2 Gbit/s), cable television (110+ channels including exclusive sports content such as UEFA European football and ESPN), and fixed-line telephony services to Dutch residential and business customers. Its core offerings are organized into three package tiers: Internet Only, Internet & TV, and the Alles-in-1 triple-play bundle, augmented by mobile services via the Vodafone partnership, the Ziggo GO streaming app, and the Safe Online security suite.

Product overview

Ziggo is a Dutch telecommunications company offering a unified multi-service platform combining internet, cable television, fixed-line telephony, and mobile services. The core product portfolio spans three main service tiers: Internet Only (standalone broadband up to 2 Gbit/s), Internet & TV (combined internet and television with 110+ channels), and Alles-in-1 (triple-play bundle with internet, TV, and fixed phone). These core services are augmented by mobile offerings through the Vodafone partnership, streaming capabilities via the Ziggo GO app and bundled Netflix/SkyShowtime services, security solutions (Safe Online with three protection tiers), and customer engagement features including the Priority rewards program and the unified Vodafone & Ziggo mobile app. Additional products include Mediabox hardware, WiFi optimization tools (boosters and Wifi Garantie), and Ziggo Mail. The company operates primarily as a cable internet provider and is undergoing network modernization, with fiber (FTTH) expansion replacing legacy coax infrastructure in certain areas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Ziggo GO: Mobile streaming app for watching Ziggo TV content on the go
• Ziggo Sport
• Ziggo Dome
• Priority
• Safe Online

Products and services

• Internet Only Standalone broadband internet subscription for Dutch households, offering download speeds up to 2 Gbit/s with included Safe Online Modem and security features.
• Internet & TV Combined broadband internet and cable television package offering up to 110+ TV channels, internet speeds up to 2 Gbit/s, and bundled entertainment services for Dutch consumers.
• Alles-in-1 Comprehensive triple-play bundle combining internet, television with 110+ channels, and fixed-line telephony in a single subscription package for Dutch households.
• Vast Bellen Fixed-line telephone service with features including voicemail, call forwarding, call waiting, conference calling, anonymous calling, and Volop Bellen unlimited calling plans.
• Vodafone Mobiel Mobile phone and SIM-only services offered through the Vodafone partnership, available standalone or bundled with fixed-line services for additional discounts and benefits.
• Ziggo Zakelijk (Business Services) Dedicated business telecommunications services including enterprise internet, commercial TV packages, fixed telephony, and bundled communication solutions for Dutch small, medium, and large enterprises.
• Ziggo GO Cross-platform streaming application enabling Ziggo customers to watch live TV and on-demand content on mobile devices, computers, and tablets regardless of location, accessible via web at ziggogo.tv.
• Safe Online Internetbeveiliging Three-layer internet security solution comprising Safe Online Netwerk (automatic network-level protection), Safe Online Modem (router-level device protection), and Safe Online Extra (F-Secure-based antivirus and identity protection for computers, laptops, and mobile devices).
• Ziggo Sport Premium sports programming package featuring Dutch football (Eredivisie via ESPN), UEFA European football competitions, and Formula 1 coverage as an add-on to Ziggo TV subscriptions.
• Mediaboxen Television set-top boxes (Mediaboxen) provided to customers for cable TV reception, including additional TV units available for other rooms in the home.
• SmartWifi / Wifi-versterkers WiFi signal boosters and SmartWifi mesh networking devices to extend and optimize wireless coverage throughout the home.
• Priority Customer rewards and priority access program offering pre-sale tickets for concerts, festivals, and sports events, exclusive win campaigns, monthly viewing gifts, and upgrade opportunities.
• Vodafone & Ziggo App

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Liberty GlobalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Liberty Global is restructuring its Benelux telecommunications assets by creating a new Ziggo Group holding company that will combine VodafoneZiggo (Netherlands) with Telenet (Belgium). Stephen van Rooyen, current CEO of VodafoneZiggo, will lead the new entity. Liberty Global will hold 90% of Ziggo Group with plans to list on Euronext Amsterdam and spin off shares to shareholders. This represents a fundamental restructuring of ownership and corporate structure rather than a traditional partnership.
• Telenet GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Liberty Global's Belgian subsidiary Telenet Group will be combined with VodafoneZiggo under the new Ziggo Group holding company structure. This creates a Benelux-scale telecommunications entity with 13 million combined customers across two national markets.
• NetflixminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNetflix streaming service available as add-on through Ziggo television packages, with bundled offerings such as 'Netflix & Ziggo Sport Totaal bundel' creating combined subscription packages for customer convenience and cross-promotion
• SkyShowtimeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSkyShowtime streaming service offered as part of Ziggo TV packages, with inclusion in TV Max tier and cross-promotional marketing on Ziggo platform
• AFC AjaxminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAjax football club sponsorship partnership, which Ziggo has decided not to renew beyond the 2025-26 season, ending a 12.5-year relationship effective after the 2026-27 season. The early announcement provides Ajax more than a year to secure a new main sponsor

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Delta Fiber: Delta Fiber is the largest pure-fiber challenger in the Netherlands, rapidly building FTTH infrastructure across Dutch households. It is the direct structural threat to Ziggo's cable broadband base in markets where FTTH has been deployed.
• VodafoneZiggo: VodafoneZiggo is the parent joint venture under which Ziggo operates today, combining Vodafone's mobile network with Ziggo's fixed broadband. It is the immediate corporate counterpart and the entity being acquired by Liberty Global.
• T-Mobile Netherlands: T-Mobile Netherlands is a mobile-first telco aggressively expanding into FTTH fixed broadband and quad-play bundles. It directly competes with Ziggo for Dutch residential connectivity and is one of the fastest-growing FTTH providers.
• KPN: KPN is the incumbent Dutch telecom operator offering fixed internet (FTTH/DSL), TV, and mobile services nationwide. It is Ziggo's primary fixed-line competitor and the dominant fixed broadband challenger in the Dutch market.
• Caiway: Caiway is a regional Dutch cable and fiber broadband provider offering internet, TV, and telephony in selected provinces. It directly competes with Ziggo in regional overlaps and pursues a similar integrated bundle model.
• Telenet: Telenet is the Liberty Global-owned Belgian cable broadband, TV, and mobile operator that is being combined with Ziggo under the new Ziggo Group. It is the most direct strategic peer given identical cable+services DNA and imminent combined-entity status.

Broad incumbents

• Comcast: Comcast is the largest US cable broadband and pay-TV operator with a similar HFC-to-fiber upgrade playbook, Xfinity mobile convergence, and sports-content strategy. It is the international structural analog to Ziggo's operating model.
• Liberty Global: Liberty Global is the parent of both VodafoneZiggo and Telenet and the architect of the new Ziggo Group. It sets the strategic, capital, and operational template for Ziggo across its European cable portfolio.

Emerging players

• Youfone: Youfone is a Dutch MVNO and fixed broadband reseller expanding into FTTH partnerships. It represents the bundled MVNO-plus-internet challenger pattern that competes with Ziggo in the value segment.
• Tele2 Netherlands (now part of T-Mobile): Tele2 Netherlands operated as a fixed and mobile challenger in the Dutch market before its merger into T-Mobile. Its prior positioning as a low-priced fixed broadband alternative is comparable to Ziggo's price-point battlegrounds.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A1 record

Investments

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