Purple rolls out across the Tyne and Wear Metro. September 10, 2026 14:53 ET | Source: Purple Manchester, LANCS, Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Purple, the global guest, staff and multi-tenant WiFi and analytics platform, has been selected by Nexus, the passenger transport operator for Tyne and Wear, to provide WiFi across 12 Metro stations and five Nexus offices, under a three-year agreement. The Metro network carries around 37 million passengers a year, putting Purple in front of a huge volume of travellers across the North East. For those passengers, it means a simple, reliable way to get online as they move through stations, whether they are planning a journey, checking travel updates or staying connected on the go. The agreement is a significant UK public transport win and adds to Purple's growing presence connecting travellers across stations, airports and transit operators, helping providers turn passenger connectivity into a better travel experience. Beth Hughes, Enterprise Growth Manager at Purple, said: "The Metro moves millions of people across Tyne and Wear every year, so being chosen to provide WiFi across its stations puts Purple in front of a huge number of travellers in the North East. This one has been a long time in the making, and I'm really pleased to see it come together." If you're interested in seeing how Purple can benefit your business, then contact Purple here. About Purple Purple is the leading global connectivity platform that has built the world's largest public WiFi network. Their mission is to make WiFi a secure, seamless, and ever-present utility for everyone, everywhere. A global force with a presence in 89 countries, the platform is a powerful network that serves nearly 500 million users across 80,000 venues, with automatic, secure access to over 5 million hotspots through the Purple app. Press Inquiries

Purple appoints Imani Butler as Growth Director, North America. August 12, 2026 12:51 ET | Source: Purple Manchester, LANCS, Aug. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Purple, the leading global guest, staff and multi-tenant WiFi and analytics platform, today announced the appointment of Imani Butler as Growth Director, North America. In this role, Butler will build strategic partnerships and drive growth across North America, helping more organizations use their WiFi and data to improve customer experiences and grow their business. Imani Butler joins Purple as Growth Director, North America Butler brings more than 11 years of experience in enterprise sales, strategic partnerships, and business development, helping organizations use technology, data, and partnerships to improve customer experiences and drive measurable business growth. Throughout his career, he has worked alongside executive teams to build long-term partnerships, identify growth opportunities, and develop strategies that create meaningful value for both customers and the businesses they serve. His experience spans SaaS, AI, marketing technology, and data-driven solutions, where he has developed a consultative approach centered on listening first, understanding each organization's goals, and building relationships that extend well beyond the initial conversation. "I'm incredibly excited to be joining Purple at such an exciting stage of the company's growth. What attracted me most was the opportunity to help build something meaningful by developing strategic partnerships that create long-term value for both Purple and our customers. I'm looking forward to learning from an incredibly talented team, building strong relationships across North America, and helping more organizations discover how Purple can transform the way they engage with their customers." - Imani Butler, Growth Director, North America, Purple The appointment supports Purple's continued expansion across North America, as more organizations look to turn everyday connectivity into deeper customer insight, stronger engagement and new commercial value. To book a meeting with Imani, please click here. About Purple Purple is the leading global connectivity platform that has built the world's largest public WiFi network. Their mission is to make WiFi a secure, seamless, and ever-present utility for everyone, everywhere. A global force with a presence in 89 countries, the platform is a powerful network that serves nearly 500 million users across 80,000 venues, with automatic, secure access to over 5 million hotspots through the Purple app. Press Inquiries

Purple, a global WiFi and analytics platform provider, has appointed Jimmy Serrano as Growth Director for Sports & Entertainment in North America. The newly created role will see Serrano lead the company's expansion in stadiums, arenas and entertainment venues across the region. Serrano brings over a decade of technology experience from companies including PMY Group, Extreme Networks and Mitel, having worked with major sports leagues and numerous teams. He also played professional baseball for 10 seasons, including with the Kansas City Royals. At Purple, Serrano will focus on helping venues transform fan WiFi connectivity into actionable data to enhance guest experiences and create new revenue opportunities. The appointment supports Purple's continued North American expansion in the sports and entertainment sector. Purple operates in 89 countries, serving nearly 500 million users across 80,000 venues.