Mobile Broadband Network Limited (MBNL), the joint venture between T-Mobile UK and H3G UK, has been set up to increase coverage for both companies and reduce running costs of their networks. Approximately 5,000 duplicate sites from parties’ combined existing cell site portfolios are expected to be de-commissioned.

Shields Environmental has been awarded the contract by MBNL to provide the asset recovery management services as related to the de-commissioning of the 5,000 duplicate sites.

MBNL’s Managing Director, Graham Payne, said: “Shields Environmental have a strong reputation for high quality of service, innovation and integrity. We are pleased to have them on board as a key partner in support of this challenging project."

Shields Environmental’s Managing Director, Ruben Peijnenborgh, said: “We are delighted to have been selected by MBNL for this project. Having been the asset recovery partner for T-Mobile for more than 6 years, the partnership will continue strongly with the MBNL joint venture, managing the assets with maximum financial efficiency and care for the environment."