What fcnet does

fcnet (legal entity SAS Franche-Comté Net) is a regional French telecommunications operator and managed IT services provider headquartered in Besançon, founded in 1997 and operating continuously for nearly three decades. Its primary métier is connectivity: it delivers fibre-optic internet (FTTO/FTTH/FTTE, symmetric bandwidth from 10 Mbit/s up to 10 Gbit/s with 99.99% availability SLA), private MPLS VPN interconnection across multiple sites, VoIP telephony (IP Centrex, SIP Trunk, fixed-mobile convergence), and SIP/data integration with Cisco ASR/NEXUS and Mikrotik equipment across its own backbone and regional PoPs in Besançon and Dijon. It also runs a Tier 3-equivalent in-house data centre (DC1, operational since 2003) offering colocation, dedicated virtualised hosting (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM, Microsoft and CentOS Linux stacks), shared hosting, Veeam-based externalised backup, Sophos-powered firewall/endpoint security, and Imperva/Thales WAF and CDN.

The company monetises both on a recurring subscription basis (fibre from €259/month HT, MPLS VPN from €99/month, dedicated hosting from €28/month, Microsoft 365 from €5.60/user/month, externalised backup from €40/month, Domain management from €4.50/month, Si externalisation from €90/month) and through project-based professional services (web agency work across WordPress/PrestaShop/Symfony/Angular, brand identity, SEO/SEA, IT auditing and engineering, Qualiopi-certified IT training). Lead generation combines a consultative direct-sales motion aimed at B2B clients with a digital footprint (website, LinkedIn, Facebook, content marketing on cybersecurity and Wi-Fi, the Cybermalveillance.gouv.fr national cyber-help referral, technology-partner co-marketing with Microsoft, Sophos, Veeam, Cisco, Dell and Imperva). Most revenue is concentrated in the Franche-Comté and Bourgogne-Franche-Comté regions with national availability for fibre and interconnection; the consolidated client base exceeds 2,600 businesses and the company manages over 5,000 domain names. Through its wholly-owned subsidiary Poly Sécurité (integrated since 2016 and co-located since July 2021), fcnet also delivers physical security (intrusion detection, video surveillance, fire safety, access control) and combined digital-physical security bundles.

Name

fcnet

Legal name

SAS Franche Comté Net

Website

https://fcnet.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

fcnet (SAS Franche-Comté Net) is a regional Besançon-based French telecom operator that delivers fibre-optic internet, MPLS VPN, hosting, VoIP, cybersecurity and IT services to more than 2,600 businesses across Franche-Comté and nationally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Telecommunications Services

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111), Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) (5171)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899), Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• Business fiber internet
• Managed hosting services
• VoIP telephony solutions
• IT infrastructure services
• Cybersecurity managed services

Headquarters

HQ city

Besançon

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Internet Connectivity & Telecom Services: Recurring subscription revenue from internet access (fibre optique FTTO/FTTH/FTTE, SDSL, copper), VPN/interconnection services, and VoIP telephony. Pricing starts at €259 HT/month for fibre and €49.90 HT/month for IP Trunk SIP, with convergence services at €44.90/month. This represents the company's primary and original revenue stream.
2. Hosting & Infrastructure Services: Recurring revenue from colocation, dedicated virtualised hosting, shared hosting, externalised backup, cloud solutions, and SI outsourcing. Pricing ranges from €28/month for dedicated hosting, €30/month for shared hosting, €40/month for backup, €9/month for cloud storage. Margin-accretive managed services bundled with connectivity contracts.
3. Email & Collaboration Services: Subscription revenue from professional email services (POP/IMAP from €1.80 HT/user/month, Exchange Online at €3.70, Microsoft 365 packages ranging €5.60–€11.70 HT/user/month), Matomo web analytics at €5 HT/month/site, and domain name management from €4.50 HT/month.
4. Training Services: Revenue from IT training programs covering cybersecurity, networking, Microsoft 365, web development, and AI tools. Offered as inter-company (group sessions) or intra-company (custom) formats, eligible under French professional development plans. Qualiopi certified since November 2021.
5. Web Agency Services: Project-based and recurring revenue from web design, development, e-commerce, SEO/SEA, email marketing, flipbook catalogues, brand identity, and technical auditing. CMS platforms used include WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, PrestaShop, and custom Symfony/Angular solutions.
6. IT Engineering & Consulting: Consulting, network auditing, hardware sales, installation, and maintenance services. Revenue generated through project-based engagements and hardware resale margins.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

fcnet is a regional telecom operator based in Besançon, France, providing fiber optic internet connectivity, managed hosting, VoIP telephony, network security, and IT support services to businesses across the Franche-Comté region of eastern France. The company also operates a web agency division and offers IT training services, with subsidiary Poly Sécurité extending into physical security.

Product overview

fcnet is a regional telecommunications operator offering a comprehensive portfolio of IT services for businesses. The core offering centers on internet connectivity (fiber optic up to 10 Gbit/s) and site interconnection via private MPLS networks. The company provides a complete hosting infrastructure stack including dedicated virtualized servers, shared hosting, colocation at their DC1 data center, cloud storage (Microsoft OneDrive), and externalized backup via Veeam. Security services include Sophos endpoint/firewall solutions and Imperva WAF/CDN protection. Voice services comprise IP telephony (Centrex, SIP Trunk), and fixed-mobile convergence. The multimedia agency delivers web development (WordPress, PrestaShop, Magento), brand identity, digital marketing (SEO/SEA, email campaigns), and training programs. A physical security subsidiary (Poly Sécurité) handles intrusion detection and video surveillance. All services are managed from Besançon with local support and 24/7 monitoring capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fiber Pro (Professional Fiber Internet) Dedicated and shared fiber optic internet connectivity services for businesses, providing high-speed broadband access across the Franche-Comté region. Targeted at SMEs and mid-market companies requiring reliable internet infrastructure.
• Managed Hosting Datacenter-based hosting services including server colocation and managed server hosting in fcnet's DC1 facility. Targeted at businesses requiring outsourced server infrastructure.
• VoIP Telephony (Trunk SIP / 3CX) Business VoIP telephony services including SIP trunks and 3CX-based PBX solutions for corporate voice communications. Targeted at SMEs replacing traditional phone systems.
• Network Security Services Managed cybersecurity services including firewall protection (Sophos), web application firewall (Imperva), and intrusion prevention. Targeted at businesses needing outsourced network security.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery Data backup and business continuity services leveraging Veeam-powered infrastructure for SMEs requiring off-site data protection and disaster recovery capabilities.
• Web Development (Web Agency) Website design and development services provided to local businesses and organizations in the Franche-Comté region, leveraging the telecom and hosting stack.
• IT Training Services Professional training programs covering IT, networking, and digital skills for businesses and individuals. Targeted at workforce upskilling in the regional market.
• Poly Sécurité (Physical Security Subsidiary) Physical security services offered through fcnet's subsidiary Poly Sécurité, including video surveillance, alarm systems, and intrusion detection for businesses. Targeted at companies needing integrated physical and logical security.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fibre optic connectivity with 99.99% availability SLA and GTR within 4 hours during business hours
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

AI capability1 record

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Poly SécuritécoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2016Poly Sécurité is an associated company that merged operations with fcnet on the same geographic site since July 1, 2021. Both companies share common objectives of delivering best-in-class service in physical and cybersecurity. Poly Sécurité specialises in intrusion detection, video protection, fire safety, access control, obscuring fog systems, and alarm transmission. The partnership enables fcnet to offer comprehensive security solutions including both physical and digital security under one roof.
• SophoscoreTechnology or IntegrationSophos Silver Partner status enables fcnet to deploy Sophos security solutions including Sophos Central (unified security management), Sophos InterceptX (endpoint protection with AI and EDR), Sophos XG Firewall (next-gen firewall), and Sophos Connect VPN. These technologies are integrated into fcnet's managed security service offerings.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft Silver Partner enabling fcnet to resell and implement Microsoft 365 packages (Business Basic, Apps for Business, Business Standard), Exchange Online, OneDrive Entreprise, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams. fcnet offers managed Microsoft 365 administration training and deployment services.
• VeeamcoreTechnology or IntegrationVeeam certified sales and technical sales professionals, and registered Veeam Cloud and Service Provider. fcnet operates Veeam Cloud Connect for externalised backup services, backing up VMs and physical servers in fcnet's Tier 3 data centres. Certified Sales Professional 2020/2021 and Technical Sales Professional 2020/2021.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationCisco Partner Select Certified. fcnet uses Cisco ASR and NEXUS routers in its network backbone and PoPs. Expertise in Cisco networking technologies enables reliable carrier-grade connectivity.
• Imperva (Thales)coreTechnology or IntegrationImperva, a Thales group company and European cybersecurity leader, provides WAF (Web Application Firewall) and CDN technologies. fcnet integrates, configures, and operates Imperva solutions locally from its Besançon team, combining operator-grade infrastructure with Imperva's security capabilities.
• Donne Moi des AilesminorOthersfcnet sponsors beehives alongside the association Donne Moi des Ailes for the third consecutive year. The partnership includes receiving custom honey pots branded with fcnet and Polysécurité colours, which are gifted to clients and employees. The association supports local beekeepers, biodiversity, and medical/social causes. fcnet has also supported their fight against Asian hornets.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Franche-Comté-Net-170487986315577
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/franche-comté-net

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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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