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.

Icíar Martínez Nuñez

Jun 3, 2024

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Applying for the Market Intelligence Committee Chair position

First and Last Name: Icíar Martínez Nuñez

Company Name: Onivia

Current position: Markets & Product Director

Company Type: Telecom Network Operator

Biography:

I lead the Markets and Product area in Onivia, the first neutral and wholesale FTTH fibre operator in Spain, focusing on the analysis, detection and development of strategic partnership programs, and, the definition and implementation of wholesale product’s go-to-market. With 25 years of experience and strong connections in telecommunications, I have worked at Orange since its early days in Spanish market and, during the expansion of the French operator into new brands and services in different technical and commercial roles.

Position statement:

I have been part of the Market Intelligence Committee since my company joined the FTTH Council as a member in 2020. From the very beginning I saw the advantages of being part of one of the most interesting and dynamic committees responsible for the Council's flagship report, the ‘FTTH/B Market Panorama’.

Being the MIC Vice-Chair for two years has provided me with a unique understanding of what to do as Chair. My expertise aligns with the Council's mission to accelerate the availability of fiber-based, ultra-high-speed access networks for the benefit of European consumers and businesses. I believe I can bring my background and experience in the Spanish market, to accomplish the new challenges that we will face.

I can help members stay ahead of industry trends and adopt the best practices for efficient and sustainable network expansion. Understanding market dynamics and consumer behavior is crucial for next year. I can assist the Committee to expand the expansion of the Panorama geographic boundaries and increase our contribution to other committee deliverables (ex. copper switch-off tracker). My goals as Chair will be Gaining insights into market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes, analyzing data to make informed decisions and optimize our offerings.

The best part of working at the Market Intelligence Committee is having the possibility of sharing experiences and best practices with colleagues from other countries in Europe and I have a proven track record of fostering collaborative environments and evolve the extensive network within the industry providing opportunities for partnerships, knowledge sharing, and collective problem-solving.

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

In these 4 years I have increased my participation in the committee from the first meetings where I was learning from other colleagues to the last two years in which I have been vice-chair, organising the Committee workshops during the annual conference and actively participating in the production of the documents that have been generated over the years. In addition, as a member of the company I have also organised 2 other workshops during the conferences on topics related to marketing strategies and customer experience and I have collaborated with the IBE and Policy&Regulation Committees on an ad-hoc basis.

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