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)