What Vianet Communications does

Vianet Communication Ltd. is a Nepal-based, privately held Internet Service Provider founded in 1999, operating a Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) network across 24+ cities with 18+ branded customer service centers. The company is a first-mover in Nepalese FTTH (2011) and currently delivers services over XGS-PON infrastructure capable of up to 2.5 Gbps per subscriber, with a flagship XGS Extreme 2 Gbps residential plan launched in March 2023. Its product portfolio comprises three core lines: Ultra-Fi home internet (250/400/600 Mbps with WiFi 6 and Mesh add-ons), ViaTV IPTV (200+ channels, on-demand, 7-day catch-up, multi-screen), and Business Solutions (MPLS/VPN, SD-WAN, cloud, cybersecurity, managed services) targeting banks, hospitality chains, and government agencies.

The business model is anchored in pre-paid subscription recurring revenue across consumer and SOHO tiers, supplemented by enterprise managed services, hardware sales/rentals (ONU devices, set-top boxes, routers), and bundled promotional offers. Pricing spans Rs. 800/month entry-level plans to Rs. 22,500/year premium tiers, with Fair Usage Policy throttling and an Ultraboost top-up option. Distribution combines 18+ physical service centers, a self-service customer portal and mobile apps (iOS/Android), field sales representatives, and co-marketing partnerships with Nokia, Juniper, Cisco, Ciena (technology), Ncell (telecom), and Xiaomi/Samsung/Himstar/Skyworth (electronics). The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, employs 150+ call center staff for 24/7 support, and won 'Broadband Telecom Company of the Year' and 'Technology Innovation of the Year' at the 2024 Asian Telecom Awards.

Name

Vianet Communications

Legal name

Vianet Communication Ltd.

Website

https://vianet.com.np

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Vianet Communication Ltd. is a Nepalese fiber ISP and IPTV provider founded in 1999, serving residential, SOHO, and enterprise customers across 24+ cities with FTTH and XGS-PON services up to 2 Gbps, delivered via physical service centers, digital self-service, and partner channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Internet and Television Services

NAICS

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

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Operators (HDAIACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential/Broadband ISPs (Consumer Internet) (HDAIADAA), Fiber-to-the-Premises/Building (FTTP/FTTB) Operators (HDAIACAC), Fiber-to-the-Premises (FTTP/FTTH) Broadband Providers (HDAIABAC)

Keywords

• Fiber internet services
• IPTV television
• Broadband connectivity
• Enterprise networking
• FTTH infrastructure

Headquarters

HQ city

Nepalganj

HQ country

Nepal

HQ region

Asia

Offices16 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Internet Subscription Services: Monthly and annual subscription fees for fiber internet packages ranging from basic plans to premium ultra-high-speed connections. Pre-paid service model where payment must be made in full before service activation.
2. ViaTV IPTV Services: Subscription-based television service bundled with internet packages, featuring live TV channels, catch-up TV, movies on demand, and mobile viewing capabilities. Additional revenue from channel packages and a-la-carte purchases.
3. Equipment Rental and Sales: ONU (Optical Network Unit) devices provided on rental basis with refundable deposits. WiFi routers, mesh devices, and TV set-top boxes sold separately. Installation and relocation charges also apply.
4. Enterprise/Business Solutions: Dedicated internet services, MPLS/VPN, cloud solutions, SD-WAN, cybersecurity, and managed services for enterprise customers including banks, hospitality chains, and government agencies.
5. Business Solutions: Professional internet and connectivity solutions for business customers, including dedicated speeds, static IP addresses, and managed network services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

Vianet Communication Ltd. delivers Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) broadband internet subscriptions, ViaTV IPTV services, and enterprise connectivity solutions (MPLS/VPN, SD-WAN, cloud, managed services) to residential, SOHO, enterprise, and government customers across Nepal. The company sells Ultra-Fi (250–600 Mbps WiFi 6) and XGS Extreme (2 Gbps) internet plans bundled with ViaTV, supported by Mesh WiFi, Customer Portal, Mobile App, and 24/7 call center operations.

Product overview

Vianet Communications offers a unified telecommunications portfolio combining high-speed fiber internet services with IPTV television offerings. The core product ecosystem centers on Ultra-Fi internet plans (250-600 Mbps with WiFi 6), XGS Extreme 2 Gbps premium fiber service, and ViaTV IPTV (200+ channels with on-demand and catch-up features). Supporting infrastructure includes Mesh WiFi and WiFi 6 routers for enhanced home coverage, while the Customer Portal and Mobile App provide self-service account management. Business Solutions and SOHO Plans extend services to enterprise customers. All offerings are delivered over FTTH fiber infrastructure with service assurance guarantees.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ViaTV: IPTV service offering live TV channels, movies on demand, catch-up TV, and mobile app viewing.
• Ultra-Fi
• XGS Extreme

Products and services

• Ultra-Fi Internet Plans Annual fiber internet subscriptions at 250 Mbps (Pro WiFi 6, Rs. 13,800/year), 400 Mbps (Ultra WiFi 6, Rs. 15,600/year), and 600 Mbps (Ultra Max WiFi 6, Rs. 22,500/year), delivered over FTTH with Service Assurance and Priority Serve, targeted at Nepalese households.
• XGS Extreme 2 Gbps Internet Premium XGS-PON fiber internet subscription delivering up to 2 Gbps speeds per subscriber, marketed as Nepal's first multi-gigabit residential internet offering for demanding home and prosummer use cases.
• ViaTV IPTV Service Subscription IPTV service offering 200+ live HD channels, movies on demand, 7-day catch-up TV with auto-recording, pause/play, and TV Anywhere mobile app for streaming on iOS and Android, bundled with Vianet internet subscriptions for residential customers.
• Mesh WiFi Whole-Home Coverage Mesh WiFi product using multiple nodes to provide seamless, whole-home WiFi coverage that eliminates dead zones, sold to residential Vianet subscribers on top of their Ultra-Fi internet plan.
• Vianet WiFi 6 Router Next-generation WiFi 6 wireless router offered to residential subscribers, providing faster speeds, higher device capacity, and improved performance for connected home environments compared to legacy WiFi.
• 5GHz WiFi Router Upgrade Dual-band WiFi router supporting 5GHz frequency, offered as an upgrade to Vianet subscribers for improved wireless performance and reduced interference versus standard 2.4GHz routers.
• Vianet Business Solutions (Enterprise ICT) Enterprise-grade connectivity portfolio for banks, financial institutions, hospitality chains, and large enterprises, including dedicated internet, MPLS/VPN, SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, managed WiFi, cybersecurity, and collaboration solutions delivered by a dedicated corporate sales team.
• SOHO Business Internet Plans Business-grade fiber internet plans for Small Office / Home Office customers, offering higher data quotas and no Fair Usage Policy throttling, with dedicated speeds and static IP options for business use.

Quantifiable outcome

• First FTTH ISP in Nepal since 2011
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

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

• NokiacoreTechnology or Integration · 18 December 2018Partnership with Nokia to build ultra-broadband internet capable fiber network nationwide, deploying FTTH infrastructure capable of up to 2.5 Gbps per subscriber. Nokia provides network technology and expertise for nationwide fiber expansion targeting 200,000 users.
• JunipercoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for network infrastructure and routing equipment to ensure reliable and high-quality internet connectivity across Nepal.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for networking equipment and solutions as part of Vianet's state-of-the-art ultra-broadband network development.
• CienacoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for optical networking and fiber infrastructure technology to enhance network capabilities and reliability.
• NET TVcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership since 2016 to provide IPTV services with more than 190 channels including 55+ HD channels, features such as Pause & Play, Movies on Demand, and 1-week auto-recording.
• China Communication Service Nepal (CCS/CHINAICTC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for network expansion in Western Nepal (provinces Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpashchim). CCS, a subsidiary of China Telecommunications Corporation, provides expertise in designing and executing fiber infrastructure. Vianet also completed rural broadband projects in Doti, Darchula, Dadeldhura, and Baitadi districts.
• NcellflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPurple Pack partnership offering bundled internet, ViaTV, and mobile services. Ncell provides SIM cards with 4GB free data/month for 1 year, 50 minutes talk time, 50 SMS/month, and additional services. Combined offering at Rs. 1,600/month.
• XiaomiflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for bundling Mi Android TVs with Vianet internet and TV plans, offering up to 22% discount on 32 and 55 inch TVs. Joint marketing campaigns during festive seasons.
• XiaomiflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerKya Lovely Offer bundling Xiaomi REDMI NOTE 8 PRO with yearly internet and NET TV subscription. Additional bundle with XIAOMI REDMI NOTE 8 at Rs. 27,700.
• NIC Asia BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEMI financing partnership allowing customers to pay for internet packages in monthly installments using NIC Asia credit cards.
• SamsungminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for offering Samsung TVs bundled with Vianet internet and TV packages during promotional campaigns.
• SkyworthminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for offering Skyworth TVs (32-43 inch) bundled with Vianet internet and TV packages starting from Rs. 18,790.
• Himstar TVflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerWorld Cup 2022 partnership offering up to 51% discount on new Himstar TV sets for ViaTV subscribers. TVs available from Rs. 12,123 for 32 inch LED to Rs. 24,335 for 43 inch smart TV.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves19 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• WorldLink Communications: WorldLink is Nepal's largest private ISP and Vianet's closest direct competitor, offering FTTH, cable internet, IPTV, and enterprise services across Nepal. Both compete head-to-head on FTTH speeds, IPTV content, and pricing in Kathmandu Valley and other cities.
• Dish Home: Dish Home is Nepal's leading DTH (direct-to-home satellite) pay TV operator and a direct competitor to Vianet's ViaTV IPTV service. Both compete for the household entertainment budget and increasingly bundle TV with broadband services in the Nepal market.
• CG Communications (CG Net): CG Net is a Nepal-based FTTH and broadband ISP serving residential and business customers in major Nepal cities. It competes with Vianet on fiber speed tiers, pricing, and IPTV bundles, particularly in Kathmandu Valley and rapidly expanding suburbs.
• Subisu Cablenet: Subisu is a major Nepal cable TV and broadband operator offering fiber internet, cable TV, and enterprise connectivity across Kathmandu Valley and other regions. It directly competes with Vianet on consumer FTTH pricing, speed tiers, and bundled TV offerings in overlapping geographies.
• Prabhu TV: Prabhu TV is a Nepal-based IPTV and pay TV service that competes with Vianet's ViaTV offering in the household entertainment segment. Both target similar residential subscribers seeking live TV, on-demand content, and mobile viewing within the Nepal pay TV market.
• BroadLink Network: BroadLink is a Nepal-based ISP providing fiber broadband and enterprise connectivity services in select cities. It is comparable to Vianet as a sub-scale private ISP competing on FTTH speeds, customer service, and niche geographic coverage.
• Smart Telecom Nepal: Smart Telecom is a Nepal ISP offering fiber internet and broadband services in Kathmandu and other urban areas. It competes with Vianet on consumer FTTH pricing and speed tiers within overlapping urban geographies.

Regional players

• Bharti Airtel Xstream Fiber: Airtel Xstream Fiber is one of India's leading FTTH providers offering broadband, IPTV (Xstream), and enterprise services. It serves as a relevant regional comparable for Vianet on bundled entertainment + broadband positioning, multi-gig speed tiers, and enterprise/managed service expansion.
• Reliance Jio Fiber: Jio Fiber is India's largest FTTH broadband operator offering high-speed fiber, IPTV, and bundled entertainment services across 100+ Indian cities. While not directly competing in Nepal, it is the closest South Asian benchmark for FTTH scale, multi-gigabit tiers, IPTV bundling, and pricing strategy applicable to Vianet's market trajectory.

Broad incumbents

• Nepal Telecom (Nepal Doorsanchar Company Limited / NTC): Nepal Telecom is Nepal's state-owned dominant telecommunications carrier offering fixed broadband (FTTH, ADSL), mobile, and enterprise services nationwide. As the largest incumbent with government backing and nationwide infrastructure, NTC competes directly with Vianet in FTTH while also serving as the wholesale backbone for the sector.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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