Our key policy priorities

The FTTH Council Europe considers that fibre networks are fundamental to the digital transformation of European economies and that the objectives of the Digital Decade need to be reached in a timely fashion.

To this end, the FTTH Council Europe considers it essential to maintain a favourable regulatory framework for fibre investment in a competitive environment. The existing framework has delivered, and is delivering, good results in terms of fibre deployment and in our view, in Europe, concerns are mostly on the demand side of the fibre market.

Among our key policy priority is copper switch-off, which would give a clear signal to the sector and investors, have positive impact on FTTH roll-out and adoption, and have advantages in terms of energy efficiency and operational costs. This is why the FTTH Council Europe launched the Copper Switch-Off Tracker.

Browse below our key objectives that in our view should be at the core of the current 2024-2029 EU legislative and regulatory cycle.

Our positions as FTTH Council Europe

Reducing uncertainty on the demand side

Clear policy objectives, such as progressive copper switch-off, encourage investment in fibre networks. Learn how these measures boost productivity and support the green transition.

Maintaining a Competitive Environment

Effective competition drives innovation and network expansion. Explore our strategies to promote fair market practices and prevent monopolistic behaviour in fibre network development.

Facilitating Fibre Network Deployment

A favourable regulatory environment is critical for fibre deployment. From reducing barriers to infrastructure sharing to implementing cost-reduction measures, Europe needs to further develop a fibre-friendly ecosystem.

Supporting the Green Transition

Transitioning to fibre networks offers significant energy savings and environmental benefits. We advocate for integrating fibre networks into the EU taxonomy to unlock green financing opportunities.

Ensuring Spectrum Availability for In-Home Connectivity

In-home Wi-Fi is the backbone of digital usage. Proper allocation of the 6GHz spectrum is vital to ensure faster and more reliable connectivity for European households and businesses.

Digital Networks Act

We welcome the Digital Networks Act’s focus on investment and competition, supporting regulatory stability through the SMP process. We support a balanced copper switch-off protecting consumers, tailored access remedies reflecting national realities, and constructive engagement to accelerate FTTH deployment and strengthen sustainable competition.

Cybersecurity Act

The FTTH Council Europe supports stronger security and resilience in Europe’s telecom network and services market, understands that the proposed Cybersecurity Act is part of the broader strategy aimed at guaranteeing Europe’s strategic autonomy and security, and is willing to cooperate with European Institutions to achieve this objective.

Copper Switch-Off Tracker

This new study, carried out by Cullen International and set to become a vital evidence base for policymakers, regulators, operators and investors, provides a comprehensive analysis of the progress toward deactivating legacy copper networks in the EU27 + UK area, including policy and market implications of transitioning to fibre.

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FTTH Policy & Regulations essentials

The deployment of FTTH networks is a complex and multifaceted endeavour, and the framework governing their rollout is of utmost importance: this guide has the aim of providing companies, policymakers, investors, and other stakeholders with the policy & regulations fundamentals for the deployment of FTTH networks in Europe.

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FTTH Adoption Drivers and Hurdles in Europe

By carrying out a thorough analysis of FTTH market data and doing a deep dive into 8 selected countries, the FTTH Council Europe, in collaboration with Plum Consulting, has developed a series of recommendations of measures that both policymakers and industry executives will find useful when considering how to increase the FTTH adoption.

Domenico Dichiarante

Jun 3, 2024

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Applying for the Market intelligence Committee Chair position

First and Last Name: Domenico Dichiarante

Company Name: Open Fiber S.p.A.

Current position: Head of Operational Marketing

Company Type: Telecom Network Operator

Biography:

I am a marketing manager with 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry (fixed and mobile). Since 2016, I have been Head of Operational Marketing at Open Fiber, where I played a key role in the company's launch. I led the development of a comprehensive product portfolio, defined the strategic direction of the fiber roll-out plan, designed the end-to-end customer experience, and secured key partnership agreements with major operators. From 2008 to 2016, I worked at WindTre (Italy's second-largest telecom operator) as a Marketing Products and Process Manager. In this role, I managed several products and spearheaded the launch of FTTH (Fiber-To-The-Home) commercialization in Italy. Prior to that, I worked as a strategic consultant at Accenture, supporting telecommunications companies in various transformation projects.

Position statement:

I fully committed to accelerate the coverage and take-up of the FTTH network. I am sure that the social, technological, and economic development of Europe passes through the coverage of entire continent with a full fiber network. I am honored to be a candidate for the position of Marketing Intelligence Committee Chair. I think the MIC has a central role to support the Executive Board in the FTTH Council Mission. I have been deeply impressed by the work that has been done under the leadership of our previous chair, Stefano. I am committed to building on their legacy and continuing to move the committee forward. If I am elected, my top priorities as chair will be:

To ensure our market analyses are accurate, reliable, and actionable.
To support the FTTH Council in the Copper Switch Off process. It will be a fundamental step for developing our plan.
To introduce for each country a simple and exhaustive analysis of the socio-economic context of each country to better understand different take-up reasons.
To include analysis of evolving alternative technologies such as satellite connectivity and 5G/6G. It is essential that our committee stay ahead of the curve.

I also believe that the committee can play a valuable role in promoting the sharing of best practices across different countries. I propose the establishment of a regular "best practices exchange" session at committee meetings. This will allow committee members to learn from each other and identify new and innovative ways to improve their work. I am passionate about this Committee, and I am committed to serving its members. I believe that together, we can make this committee an even more valuable resource for our profession. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Your past role(s) and activities in the FTTH Council Europe:

I have been an active member of the FTTH Council since 2017, where I have participated in and supported several initiatives. I have regularly attended FTTH Conferences, where I have learned about the latest technologies and trends in the fiber industry. I have also served as a member of the MIC. In addition, I have had several one-on-one meetings with my peers from other wholesale operators. These meetings have been invaluable in helping me to build relationships and learn about new business opportunities. I am passionate about the FTTH industry, and I am committed to the success of the FTTH Council. I believe that my experience and expertise would be an asset to the Council, and I am confident that I can make a significant contribution to its work.

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