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 4 - State of the Germany FTTH market: roadblocks, challenges and opportunities ahead

Explore the evolving landscape of the Germany's fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) market in this country-focused panel discussion. As one of the countries in the EU27+UK area with significant ground to cover in fibre rollout and adoption, Germany faces unique challenges and opportunities. Industry experts will analyze deployment barriers, regulatory hurdles, and strategies driving network expansion.

The session will also comment on the latest data from the FTTH/B Market Panorama report, to be unveiled at the FTTH Conference 2025, offering insights into Germany's progress relative to the rest of Europe. Join us to gain actionable strategies to advance fibre connectivity in this critical market.


Speakers: Annegret Groebel - Director International Relations/Postal Regulation at Benetza, Christof Sommerberg - SVP Public Affairs at Deutsche Glasfaser Holding GmbH, Marcus Isermann - Vice President, Public Affairs Regulation and Federal States at Deutsche Telekom AG, Matthias Buening - Head of Regulatory Affairs and Compliance at EWE TEL GmbH, Thomas Kalthoefer - Director Infrastructure Investments at DWS Group, Cara Schwarz-Schilling - General Manager and Director at WIK Wissenschaftliches Institut für Infrastruktur und Kommunikationsdienste GmbH (moderator)

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