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The Data Centre & Data Centre Interconnection Committee is the FTTH Council Europe's newest committee, established to reflect the Council's expanded remit across data centres and the fibre infrastructure that connects them.

The Committee's current work programme includes a report on hollow core fibre (HCF) and multi-core fibre (MCF), a DCI market study developed with the Board, and updates to the Market Panorama to capture the Council's broader scope. Alongside this, the Committee is developing a programme of educational webinars for members on AI-driven data centres, covering the underlying drivers and market trends, internal data centre architectures and wider interconnection architectures.

The Committee also leads the data centre and interconnection content at the annual FTTH Conference, shaping several hours of programming across the full breadth of the Council's expanded remit.
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Diversity in Fibre Landscape Survey 2024/2025

Aug 8, 2025

Reports & Studies | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee |

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The 2024/2025 ‘Diversity in Fibre’ survey, conducted by the FTTH Council Europe Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Committee of, provides an updated snapshot of diversity and inclusion across the fibre industry. We received 287 responses from professionals with varying seniority, tenure, and backgrounds.

Findings show encouraging progress—but also highlight persistent gaps in representation and equity. Notably, female representation in senior roles has improved modestly compared to previous years, but significant disparities remain, especially at leadership and board levels. Perceptions of fairness in career advancement differ sharply by gender: while 70% of men see advancement as fair, only 52% of women agree. Biases related to age and disability, and underrepresentation of ethnic and cultural minorities, also continue to challenge the inclusivity of the sector.

The study led to the formulation of 10 recommended actions aimed at fostering a more inclusive environment, emphasizing transparency, mentorship, and equitable development opportunities. The results underscore a growing awareness within the industry, while also pointing to the need for sustained effort and leadership to ensure a truly diverse and equitable fibre ecosystem. The FTTH Council Europe, through the work of the DE&I Committee, remains committed to driving cultural and structural change across the sector—linking diversity in leadership with long-term business success.

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