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 8 - FTTH roll out challenges beyond 90% coverage

As FTTH networks coverage is trending towards 90% of households in the foreseeable future, the final stretch presents unique challenges, from finding alternative strategy when deployment costs arise to finding the right technology choice between FTTH, fixed-wireless, and satellite solutions. This panel will explore barriers such as cost-efficiency in low-density areas, policy alignment, and technological hurdles.

Experts will discuss innovative strategies and solutions to overcome these obstacles, ensuring inclusive connectivity and full fibre adoption across all communities.


Speakers: Armaury de Gromard - Head of NET Strategy & Business Development at Swisscom, Gary Bolton - President and CEO at Fiber Broadband Association, Johanna Reinkemeier - Executive Director Infrastructure Finance at LBBW, Patrick Neary - Assistant Secretary - Telecommunications and Digital Connectivity at Department of Communications, Pedro Abad - Chief Executive Officer at ASTEO Red Neutra, Ian Adkins - Partner at Analysys Mason (moderator)

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