Be Broadband has confirmed its forthcoming fibre optic broadband product will "definitely" be based on BT's infrastructure.
Chris Stenning, managing director of the internet service provider (ISP), explained it will take advantage of BT Openreach infrastructure in areas already covered by Be's LLU network, while a BT Wholesale product will "possibly" be used outside of these locations.
However, he insisted the company will only use a BT Wholesale service that is "up to our standards and at a sensible price point", meaning it must be unshaped and unlimited.
When asked by Be Broadband forum users when the ISP will begin offering fibre optic broadband technology, Mr Stenning acknowledged that the wait is frustrating but stressed slow progress is being made toward the commercial launch.
"We've made the case to spend the money on the network and associated IT, and it is currently awaiting approval with our parent company," he added.
In December, Be announced its fibre broadband trial had taken a "step in the right direction" with the connection of its first member to the Barking exchange.
Its first speed test achieved download and upload rates of 37.5Mbps and 8.1Mbps respectively.