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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Face to Face with the Market Intelligence Committee

The Chair and Vicechair of this very animated committee answers some of the most common questions we receive from our audience, with particular emphasis on what is behind the production of the FTTH/B Market Panorama report.

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Let's catch-up with the Deployment & Operations Committee

Michael Timmers, former Chair of this Committee, takes stock of the lates intiatives from the committee and shares his view over the latest trends in technology for the fibre industry.

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Latest from the Women in Fibre Committee

Let's hear what the working group is planning for the FTTH Conference 2023 in Madrid, where they will foster their mission of enhancing female representation within the fibre industry and making sure our sector can benefit the most from diversity in the workplace

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Investing in fibre with the Investors Committee

In this episode, we hear the evolution of the FTTH business in the months to come. While providing guidance to those willing to navigate their way to profitable investments in full-fibre networks, Thomas Miller also presents some of the activities we can expect from the committees in the near future

Face-to-face with the In-Home Broadband Excellence Committee

In this episode of our series, we look at the main priorities for CSPs and why quality in-home broadband experience is crucial for the success of their business.

Focus on the Sustainability Committee

In this episode we focus on the key sustainable challenges facing the fibre industry both in the context of the EU taxonomy and of the energy 2030 targets and much more.

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Interview with the winner of the Member Engagement Individual Award

In this conversation, Barbara Tonarelli delves into her remarkable journey, shares a few words about her career in the fibre industry, and the motivation that has led to her exemplary work at the FTTH Council Europe.

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Latest from Policy & Regulation Committee

Arturs Alksnis provided an in-depth interview where he elaborated on the committee’s key objectives, the regulatory challenges faced by the fibre sector, and the importance of advocacy in promoting full-fibre deployment across Europe.

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The importance of an equal and diverse workplace

In this episode of our series, Barbara deeps dives into the activities of her committe and the importance of fostering a diverse and inclusive environment at the workplace, essential to attract and retain talents, in times where our industry needs trained resources more than ever.

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Zoom on Market Intelligence Committee

The Chair and Vice-Chair of this very animated committee offer valuable insights into the activities of the committee and its significant contributions to advancing FTTH adoption across Europe.

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Let's catch up with the Investors Committee

Thomas Miller, Chair of the Investors Committee of the FTTH Council Europe, shares his perspective on the evolution of the FTTH business in the months to come.

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Focus on the Deployment & Operations Committee

Patrick Faraj, Chair of the Deployment & Operations Committee of the FTTH Council Europe, takes stock of the latest evolutions in FTTH deployment technologies, and looks at the most pressing operational challenges the industry is facing nowadays

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Zoom on the In-Home Broadband Excellence Committee

Maarten Egmond, Chair of the In-Home Broadband Excellence Committee of the FTTH Council Europe, dives into one of the most crucial yet often overlooked aspects of fiber deployment: the quality of the broadband experience inside the home.

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Digital Networks Act: Reforming the European Telecoms Market

Jan 28, 2026

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Event: Digital Networks Act: Reforming the European Telecoms Market
Speaker: Vincent Garnier - Director General
Date and time: 28 January 2026
Location: European Parliament, Brussels, Belgium
Organiser: European Internet Forum

Our Director General Vincent Garnier represented the FTTH Council Europe at a high-level lunch debate organised by the European Internet Forum (EIF) at the European Parliament in Brussels, focusing on the forthcoming Digital Networks Act (DNA).

The European Commission’s upcoming proposal represents a pivotal opportunity to modernise and harmonise the EU regulatory framework for electronic communications and digital connectivity. Building on the European Electronic Communications Code and addressing market realities highlighted in the Letta and Draghi reports, the DNA aims to reduce fragmentation and regulatory burden, while fostering investment and innovation in next-generation networks such as fibre and 5G. As connectivity underpins Europe’s economy and society, the DNA will be central to achieving the EU’s Digital Decade objectives and strengthening Europe’s competitiveness and resilience.

The objective of this lunch debate was to provide an initial assessment of the DNA and its expected impact on the digital ecosystem, bringing together institutional, industrial and stakeholder perspectives. Opening remarks were delivered by MEPs Pilar del Castillo and Michal Kobosko, followed by contributions from Kamila Kloc (DG CNECT, European Commission), Marko Mišmaš (BEREC Chair 2026) and Alessandro Gropelli (Connect Europe), with responses from representatives of consumer organisations, telecoms, the IT industry and connectivity ecosystems.

From the perspective of FTTH Council Europe, this discussion has been a key opportunity to highlight the essential role of fibre-based networks as the long-term, future-proof foundation of Europe’s digital ambitions, and to contribute to shaping a regulatory framework that supports sustainable investment, fair competition and regulatory coherence across the EU.

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Browse all episodes from this series

Face to Face with the Market Intelligence Committee

Let's catch-up with the Deployment & Operations Committee

Latest from the Women in Fibre Committee

Investing in fibre with the Investors Committee

Face-to-face with the In-Home Broadband Excellence Committee

Focus on the Sustainability Committee

Interview with the winner of the Member Engagement Individual Award

Latest from Policy & Regulation Committee

The importance of an equal and diverse workplace

Zoom on Market Intelligence Committee

Let's catch up with the Investors Committee

Focus on the Deployment & Operations Committee

Zoom on the In-Home Broadband Excellence Committee

Digital Networks Act: Reforming the European Telecoms Market​

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