Panel 13 - State of the UK FTTH market: roadblocks, challenges and opportunities ahead

Explore the evolving landscape of the UK’s fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) market in this country-focused panel discussion. As one of the countries in the EU27+UK area with significant ground to cover in fibre rollout and adoption, the UK faces unique challenges and opportunities. Industry experts will analyze deployment barriers, regulatory hurdles, and strategies driving network expansion.

The session will also comment on the latest data from the FTTH/B Market Panorama report, to be unveiled at the FTTH Conference 2025, offering insights into the UK's progress relative to the rest of Europe. Join us to gain actionable strategies to advance fibre connectivity in this critical market.

Speakers: Greg Mesch - Chief Executive Officer at CityFibre, James Warner - CEO at FullFibre, Jeremy Chelot - CEO at Netomnia & Group, Katie Milligan - Deputy CEO at Openreach, Natalie Black - Networks and Communications Group Director at Ofcom, Gita Sorensen - Founder Director at GOS Consulting (moderator)