UK-based networking hardware company Cambium Networks has fallen into administration, prompting concerns over the future of its cloud-based management services. The firm announced that its hosted platform, cnMaestro Cloud, will cease operations on October 1, 2026, leaving enterprise customers scrambling to transition to on-premises alternatives.
Cambium’s decline has been evident for months. In August 2025, the company disclosed accounting irregularities in its financial reports for 2022 and 2023, as well as six subsequent quarters. These errors led to its delisting from the NASDAQ stock exchange, followed by an unsuccessful attempt to rejoin the bourse.
A regulatory filing in May revealed that company executives harbored “substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.” This uncertainty materialized last week when Cambium announced massive layoffs—260 employees, representing 53.6% of its workforce—without offering severance packages.
In an official statement, the company confirmed the appointment of administrators and disclosed plans to halt production of its Wi-Fi access points, NSE firewalls, and cnMatrix switches. However, it noted that its fixed wireless broadband division might resume operations following a brief hiatus.
Administrators are now focused on liquidating existing inventory, including products held by distributors. Meanwhile, the company’s cloud management infrastructure faces imminent closure. The cnMaestro Cloud platform, which serves as the centralized management interface for Cambium devices, is scheduled to shut down on October 1, 2026.
To assist customers during this transition, Cambium published guidance urging immediate migration to the on-premises version of cnMaestro. Unfortunately, the on-premises software is currently only available through a 90-day trial license, creating a tight deadline for organizations to secure full licenses before functionality restrictions take effect.
In its customer communication, Cambium acknowledged the impact of these changes: “We recognize and appreciate the shock and situation our customers and partners have been placed in.” The company pledged to provide additional guidance and direction in the coming days, though it remains unclear whether a buyer will emerge to acquire and sustain the enterprise business.