2008: OpenNet, a consortium comprising Axia NetMedia Corporation, Singtel, Singapore Press Holdings and SP Tel, is selected as the Network Company to design, build and operate the passive infrastructure for the Next Gen NBN.
2009: OpenNet is issued a Facilities-Based Operator Licence for it to commence the roll-out of the Next Gen NBN.
2010: OpenNet begins rolling out optical fibre to homes, offices and buildings in Singapore.
2011: Singtel establishes NetLink Trust as part of the commitments made by the OpenNet consortium, and appoints CityNet Infrastructure Management Pte Ltd to carry out the business of establishing, installing, operating and maintaining the assets transferred from SingTel to support the operations of OpenNet.
2012: High-speed fibre coverage rolled out to 95% of all residential homes and non-residential premises in Singapore.
2013: Nationwide coverage for Next Gen NBN achieved; OpenNet is fully acquired by CityNet, which will act as a neutral, independent Trustee-Manager for NetLink Trust.
2014: The integration of the Next Gen NBN fibre infrastructure into NetLink Trust is completed.
