The FTTH Council Europe has seven active Committees and a Working Group, covering a wide range of fibre-related topics and industry priorities. The Committees and Working Group of the FTTH Council Europe are instrumental in driving the organization’s mission to advance FTTH technology across the continent. By harnessing expertise, shaping policy, strategizing market development, and promoting collaboration, these groups ensure that the Council remains a leading force in the telecommunications industry. Their strategic importance cannot be overstated, as they lay the foundation for a connected, digital Europe where high-speed internet access is a reality for all.

By mean of this series of interviews with Committee and Working Group Chairs, the FTTH Council Europe aims at fostering a sense of community and collaboration among its Members. Committees and Working Group provide a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaborative problem-solving. This collective effort not only accelerates innovation but also builds a robust support system for member organizations, enhancing their capabilities and competitiveness in the market. This is way the efforts and engagement of their individual members deserve the spotlight.

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Panel 1 - Opening Panel

This opening session will set the scene for the following panel discussions with a pan-European overview of the key drivers and challenges ahead for our industry. While the economic context remains challenging and private investments are slowind down, a pressing question emerges: how can our industry maintain its momentum toward the ambitious goal of bringing full-fibre networks to everyone and everywhere? Dive deep with us as senior leaders from key European FTTH operators review the current state of FTTH deployment, tackling public policies, technology hurdles, market roadblocks, deployment and ESG strategies. 

Don’t miss this opening panel session featuring C-level representatives from leading operators at the helm of Europe's FTTH industry. Seize the opportunity to gain invaluable insights, stay abreast of cutting-edge trends, and uncover transformative developments shaping the future of connectivity.  


Speakers: Greg Mesch - Chief Executive Officer at CityFibre, Marta Wojciechowska - Chief Executive Officer at Fiberhost, Nikos Plevris - Chief Network Officer at Vodafone Greece,  Olaf Swantee - CEO turned investor, strategic business advisor and Chairman at Community Fiber in the UK & Odido in the Netherlands, Yuriy Kurmaz - Chief Executive Officer at UKRTELECOM JSC - Moderated by Vincent Garnier - Director General at FTTH Council Europe

 

 

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