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 ## Supporters
 
-This is a list of companies providing network hardware and connectivity services. The event would not have been possible without their support (and a few unlisted), and we thank them for it. 
+This is a list of organisations providing network hardware and connectivity. We couldn't build the network without them - plus a few unlisted - and we thank them their support. 
 
 | Who |       | For  |
 | --- | ----- |  --- |