What Fibwi does

Fibwi (legal entity: WIFIBALEARES, S.L.) is a privately held regional telecommunications and media operator headquartered in Inca, Mallorca, Spain, founded in 2009 by CEO Francisco Alcalde. The company delivers connectivity, content, and adjacent consumer services across the Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca under evaluation), positioning itself as the first and leading local fiber optic provider in the region. Its core technology stack combines fiber optic (symmetrical speeds up to 10,000 Mb), WiMAX wireless for rural coverage (up to 100 Mbps), satellite backhaul, 5G mobile, fixed telephony, and DTT television including 4K broadcast capability, with a proprietary whole-home signal feature enabling simultaneous multi-TV fiber distribution.

The business model rests on recurring subscription revenue from residential consumers and SMEs, complemented by B2B project revenue from enterprise clients (Hyatt, RIU Hotels, Mango, Taylor Wimpey, Palma Arena, Correos Telecom, government municipalities), wholesale access fees from other operators under Spain's PEBA broadband program, advertising and sponsorship revenue from owned media (Fibwi TV Autonòmica, Fibwi Radio 103.9 FM, Radio MARCA Baleares, Fibwi Diario), one-time hardware sales (mobile devices with 0% financing), and emerging subscription revenue from Fibwi Legal (24/7 legal advisory) launched in 2025. Distribution is hybrid: three retail showrooms (Inca, Marratxí, Sa Coma), a self-service website with online calculator and quote builder, inbound/outbound call center (971 940 971), dedicated B2B sales, and an extensive grassroots sports sponsorship program (RCD Mallorca, basketball, football, cycling) that functions as the principal top-of-funnel brand-awareness channel.

Operationally, Fibwi reports approximately €1.5M in annual network investment, 20–25% customer growth, ~51–100 employees (headcount not formally disclosed), a customer base described as "thousands" across roughly 40 Mallorca towns plus Ibiza, and operates the Palma City Council public WiFi service across 95 municipal locations. The company has expanded its primary office to a new Palma headquarters and launched or acquired adjacent service lines (Fibwi Legal, Fibwi Alarm, TV Hotel, Canal4 TV) to extend customer lifetime value beyond pure telecom.

Name

Fibwi

Legal name

WIFIBALEARES, S.L.

Website

https://fibwi.live

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Fibwi is a privately held regional telecommunications and media operator in Spain's Balearic Islands, delivering fiber optic internet (up to 10,000 Mb), WiMAX, mobile 5G, fixed telephony, TV, and adjacent services to residential, SME, enterprise, and government customers, with an integrated regional media arm spanning television, radio, and digital press.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regional Telecommunications Services

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111), Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) (5171), Radio and Television Broadcasting Stations (5161)

SIC

Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) (4813), Television Broadcasting Stations (4833), Cable & Other Pay Television Services (4841)

akta.pro primary industry

Fiber ISPs (FTTH/FTTP Retail Providers) (HDAIADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fiber-to-the-Premises (FTTP/FTTH) Broadband Providers (HDAIABAC), Wireless ISPs (WISPs) & Fixed Wireless Access Providers (HDAIADAD)

Keywords

• Fiber optic internet
• Wireless broadband services
• Mobile telecom services
• Television broadcasting
• Home security alarms

Headquarters

HQ city

Inca

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Residential Telecommunications Services: Fibwi generates recurring revenue from residential customers subscribing to fiber optic internet, WiMAX, fixed telephony, mobile 5G, and TV on-demand services. Customers can bundle multiple services into customized packs at discounted rates. The company also offers equipment rental/loan (routers, ONT, antennas, decoders) included in service packages.
2. Business Telecommunications Solutions: Fibwi provides businesses with tailored internet solutions (fiber, WiMAX, VPN, managed services, virtual switchboard), security services (alarm, fire protection), and multimedia installations, generating recurring subscription revenue from SMEs and enterprise clients across the Balearic Islands.
3. Fibwi Legal Subscription: Fibwi Legal is a subscription-based legal advisory service offering continuous access to a team of legal professionals, document review, claims management, and 24/7 legal assistance for individuals, freelancers, and SMEs, creating a recurring monthly revenue stream.
4. Media and Broadcasting: Fibwi operates Fibwi TV Autonómica (regional television), Fibwi Radio (103.9 FM and additional frequencies), and Fibwi Diario (digital press). The media group generates revenue through advertising sales and sponsorships, and produces content for other television channels sold on telecommunications platforms.
5. Mobile Device Sales: Fibwi sells mobile devices (iPhones, Samsung, Xiaomi) with financing options at 0% interest, bundled with mobile plans, generating one-time hardware revenue alongside recurring service contracts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Fibwi is a regional telecommunications operator in Spain's Balearic Islands selling fiber optic internet (symmetric up to 10,000 Mb), WiMAX wireless broadband for rural areas, mobile 5G, fixed telephony, on-demand TV with 85+ channels, and home and business security/alarm services. The company additionally operates a media group (regional TV, FM radio, digital press), a subscription-based legal advisory platform (Fibwi Legal), and a public WiFi contract with the Palma City Council. Services are offered as direct subscriptions, packed bundles, and enterprise contracts to both residential consumers and businesses.

Product overview

Fibwi is a regional telecommunications and media company offering a comprehensive suite of connectivity and entertainment services across the Balearic Islands. The core product portfolio centers on internet access delivered via fiber optic (speeds up to 10,000 Mb), WiMAX wireless technology for rural areas, and satellite for remote locations. These connectivity services are complemented by mobile 5G telephony, fixed landline phone service, and TV on Demand streaming with 85 channels. Customers can bundle services through Packs for discounted pricing. Fibwi has diversified into adjacent categories including home security (Alarm), hospitality TV (TV Hotel), legal advisory (Fibwi Legal), and public WiFi infrastructure. The media arm encompasses regional television (Fibwi TV Autonómica), radio broadcasting (Fibwi Radio, Radio MARCA Baleares), and digital news (Fibwi Diario). The company also operates a wholesale access program for other telecom operators and distributes mobile devices with financing options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fibwi TV Autonómica: Regional television broadcasting service with news, sports, and entertainment programming
• Fibwi Radio
• Fibwi Diario
• Fibwi Legal
• Fibwi Alarm
• TV Hotel

Products and services

• Fiber Optic Internet Symmetric fiber optic internet service with speeds from 300 Mb up to 10,000 Mb — the fastest residential rate in the Balearic Islands — free installation and router, available across Mallorca, Ibiza, and expanding islands.
• WiMAX Wireless Internet High-speed wireless broadband delivering internet to rural and remote areas of the Balearic Islands where fiber optic is unavailable, with download speeds from 10 Mb to 100 Mbps and optional mobile line add-on.
• Mobile 5G Mobile telephony service on 5G with unlimited calls to national fixed and mobile lines, nationwide Spain coverage, and flexible plans — including a promotional offer at 12.90€/month for unlimited calls and infinite data.
• Fixed Phone (Landline) Landline telephone service with unlimited calls to national fixed and mobile numbers, advanced voice quality technology, and free installation.
• TV on Demand Streaming television service offering approximately 85 to 150 basic and premium channels, including HD and 4K quality, recording and pause capabilities, on-demand series and movies, and multi-device access via Amazon Fire TV integration.
• Satellite Internet Satellite internet connection providing coverage in areas where fiber optic does not reach, complementing the WiMAX and fiber footprint.
• Fibwi Alarm (Home and Business Security) Home and business security system with intrusion, fire, and flood detection, offering 24-hour monitoring, free professional installation, and integrated coverage via the COAPI Balears partnership for real estate agents.
• Fibwi Legal Subscription-based legal advisory platform offering 24/7 specialized legal assistance (phone, email, chat), document review and drafting, claims management, and out-of-court procedure support, covering traffic fine appeals, family law, housing advice, data protection, and freelance/business legal support for individuals, freelancers, and SMEs in the Balearic Islands.
• Fibwi TV Autonómica (Regional Television) Regional television channel broadcasting local news, sports, entertainment, and cultural content throughout the Balearic Islands via DTT (Digital Terrestrial Television), including 4K capability. Also produces content distributed to other television channels.
• Fibwi Radio Radio broadcasting service operated on 103.9 FM (plus additional frequencies), part of the Fibwi media group, included in the AIMC national audience survey (EGM).
• Fibwi Diario Digital news portal providing local information and Balearic Islands news coverage.
• Radio MARCA Baleares Sports radio station broadcasting on 91.6 FM Mallorca, 102.1 FM Menorca, and 98.7 FM Ibiza, featuring sports news, island football coverage, opinion programming — with 1.8 million multiplatform audiences and 409,000 sports-loving listeners.
• TV Hotel Hospitality TV solution providing comprehensive sports content offering for hotels and accommodation providers — used by Hyatt, RIU Hotels, Amic Hotels, Universal Hotels, Sabina Hotels, and other hotel groups.
• Wholesale Fiber Access (PEBA Program) Wholesale next-generation network access service offered to other telecommunications operators in specific populations across Mallorca as part of Spain's PEBA (Plan de Extensión de Banda Ancha) broadband extension program, providing regulatory and recurring operator-to-operator revenue.
• Mobile Device Sales (with Financing) Retail sales of latest smartphone models (iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17, Samsung, Xiaomi) bundled with Fibwi mobile plans, with 0% interest financing (e.g., iPhone 17 Pro from 1,338.82€ or 37.19€/month).

Quantifiable outcome

• 800 Mb fiber speed offered at 100 Mb price — free speed upgrades applied to all existing customers (not just new ones), demonstrating value commitment.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers25 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• RCD MallorcaflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerFibwi is the official sponsor of RCD Mallorca (LaLiga football club), featuring players Vedat Muriqi, Martin Valjent, Sergi Darder, and Manu Morlanes in advertising campaigns. The partnership has spanned multiple seasons (minimum 3 consecutive confirmed) and includes jersey branding, exclusive content production, fan zones, and co-branded advertising campaigns. Francisco Alcalde, founding CEO of Fibwi, describes the relationship as reflecting shared values of authenticity and Balearic roots.
• CB Imprenta Bahía San Agustín (Fibwi Mallorca Bàsquet Palma)flagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerFibwi sponsors CB Imprenta Bahía San Agustín's first basketball team competing in Primera FEB, under the team name 'Fibwi Mallorca Bàsquet Palma'. The partnership began in 2022 and was renewed for the 2026–2027 season. Francisco Alcalde (CEO) and Guillem Boscana (club president) formalized the latest renewal at Fibwi's Palma headquarters.
• UD PoblensecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFibwi has maintained sponsorship of UD Poblense (football club) for five consecutive seasons, supporting the club's participation in regional/national competitions. The partnership was first signed in the 2021–2022 season and has been renewed annually.
• CD LlosetensecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFibwi sponsors CD Llosetense football club for the fourth consecutive year, supporting grassroots football and local sports development in the Llosetense municipality.
• CD GénovaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFibwi entered a new sponsorship agreement with CD Génova to boost local sport, representing one of several grassroots sports partnerships in the Balearic Islands.
• Rodadors d'Algaida Cycling ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFibwi renewed its sponsorship of the Rodadors d'Algaida cycling club for another year, with approximately 60 cyclists wearing the Fibwi brand emblem. The agreement was signed at Fibwi's Inca headquarters with CEO Francisco Alcalde and club president Miquel Ramón Oliver.
• COAPI Balears (Colegio de Agentes de la Propiedad Inmobiliaria)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFibwi Alarm and COAPI Balears signed a strategic agreement to reinforce security in the Balearic real estate sector. The partnership targets property agents and real estate agencies with integrated security and alarm solutions as part of property services.
• Padel Indoor Sa PoblaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFibwi and Padel Indoor Sa Pobla joined forces to boost padel sports in Mallorca, representing a niche sports sponsorship to reach active lifestyle customers.
• Palma City CouncilcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFibwi was awarded as the new provider of the Palma City Council's free public WiFi service, covering 95 areas across streets, squares, Casals de barri, cultural centers, municipal theaters, and libraries for two years (extendable to three more). The service uses latest-generation Dual Band AC technology and turns Palma into a 'smart city'.
• ProphasecoreTechnology or IntegrationFibwi links to Prophase (prophase.es) for B2B services including radio links/wireless solutions, fiber optic, VPN, IP telephony, managed services, data center, hotspot/Wi-Fi zones, cybersecurity, and multimedia installations. Prophase appears to be a technology partner providing infrastructure and integration services for Fibwi's business solutions.
• Amazon (Fire TV)coreTechnology or IntegrationFibwi offers Amazon Fire TV bundled with its TV service (FibwiTV), allowing customers to access streaming apps and Fibwi TV channels. The Fire TV device is provided as part of TV packages and enables multi-channel packs including German, Italian, French, English, and Moroccan TV content.
• AIMC (Asociación para la Investigación de Medios de Comunicación)minorOthersFibwi joined the AIMC (Association for Media Research), Spain's primary media audience measurement body, allowing its radio station (Fibwi Radio) to be included in the EGM (Estudio General de Medios) national audience survey, providing verifiable listenership data.
• RCD Mallorca StudioscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFibwi TV and RCD Mallorca Studios co-produce exclusive sports content including 'The Chronicles of Yeda' and Supercopa coverage in Saudi Arabia. The partnership combines Fibwi's broadcasting infrastructure with RCD Mallorca's sports rights and talent, producing premium content distributed across Fibwi's TV platform.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Avatel Telecom: Spanish regional fiber and wireless ISP focused on underserved smaller municipalities and rural zones across multiple autonomous communities, with a comparable strategy of deploying fiber in towns where Movistar/Orange/Vodafone are absent. Avatel is the closest direct analog to Fibwi's regional-first fiber-island model and competes for the same type of local-government contracts.
• Aire Networks: Regional Spanish telecom operator combining fiber, WiMAX/wireless and wholesale services for SMEs and residential customers, with a similarly distributed regional footprint and multi-product stack. Aire overlaps with Fibwi in B2B services (VPN, managed services, virtual switchboard) and serves a comparable mix of small municipalities and hospitality customers.
• Grupo Adamo: Spain-based fiber operator (Adamo Telecom) focused on deploying fiber in underserved and rural municipalities across Spain, with WISP-style coverage gaps where national operators don't deploy. Adamo's strategy of building in low-density areas parallels Fibwi's Balearic rural fiber thesis, although Adamo operates at much larger national scale.
• Mundo R (R Cable): Regional cable and fiber operator serving Galicia (and adjacent regions) with bundled internet, mobile, TV and fixed voice services. Like Fibwi it is a regional, multi-product telecom operator with its own media assets and sports/community sponsorships, providing a useful comparator for the integrated telecom+media playbook.
• Telecable (Asturias): Regional Spanish telecom offering fiber, mobile, TV and fixed services with bundled packs to residential and business customers in Asturias — a similar multi-product, regional-brand strategy to Fibwi, with analogous sports/community marketing.

Broad incumbents

• Movistar (Telefónica España): Incumbent Spanish telecom with nationwide fiber, mobile, TV and Movistar+ content platforms. Competes with Fibwi for Palma/Mallorca residential and B2B customers and is one of the buyers/wholesale counterparties in PEBA areas, but its offering is far broader and not focused on regional/community depth.
• Orange Spain: Major Spanish telecom operator with national fiber, mobile, TV and content bundles. Competes with Fibwi in Balearic residential and business connectivity, particularly in denser Mallorca municipalities, but is part of a multi-country Orange portfolio rather than a regional specialist.
• Vodafone Spain: Spanish operations of Vodafone offering fiber, mobile and converged services, competing with Fibwi for B2B and high-end residential customers across the Balearics as a national incumbent with materially larger scale.
• Grupo MasMovil / MASORANGE: Largest Spanish alternative fiber/mobile operator group formed by the MasMovil-Orange merger, including brands such as MásMóvil, Yoigo, Pepephone and the Orange network. Provides direct nationwide competitive pressure on a regional operator like Fibwi across residential and SMB segments.

Others

• Correos Telecom: Spanish state postal operator's wholesale telecom arm, listed by Fibwi as a wholesale customer in PEBA-covered areas. Comparable as an ecosystem participant: a regulated wholesale counterparty using Fibwi's deployed fiber to serve its own customers, rather than a direct retail competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/fibwifibra
• Facebookfacebook.com/GrupoFibwi
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fibwi

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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