United Group obtains full control of telecom provider Forthnet

Greek telecommunications and pay-TV provider Forthnet has officially become part of United Group, the leading provider of telecommunications services and media in Southeast Europe.

United Group announced that its entry into the Greek market is another milestone in its European growth strategy and further cements the Dutch-based group's position as an industry leader, operating in eight countries across the region.

Victoriya Boklag, chief executive officer of United Group, stated: "I'm pleased to welcome our colleagues from Forthnet to the United Group family. We have ambitious plans for the company that will be implemented with the new management team. Forthnet's Nova brand is well-established in Greece and we see a lot of potential for the business."

She continued: "We have the opportunity to bring to the Greek market more content and more options...