The effect of a single wholesale fibre network on retail broadband prices varies by country

Policymakers in some countries have concentrated on creating single wholesale FTTP networks. This article analyses how retail fixed broadband pricing...

Infrastructure competition and FTTP overbuild do not necessarily lead to lower retail broadband prices

Policymakers in some countries have sought to promote infrastructure competition and the deployment of overlapping FTTP networks. This article...

Pre-connectorised fibre and digitalised ODNs are important components of successful FTTP roll-outs

As FTTP roll-outs proliferate and fibre subscriber numbers increase, operators must consider how to optimise the design of their optical distribution...

Cable network strategies in an age of fibre

Cablecos face growing competition from FTTP players. They must develop a long-term strategy for the migration to fibre rather than follow a tactical...

Fibre operators must consider the impact of network overbuild as part of their long-term strategies

Network overbuild can make or break the business case for fibre investment, and operators must consider the various regulatory, commercial and...

COVID-19: the role of telecoms policy makers in levelling up

This article discusses issues that policy makers may choose to focus on as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdown and future economic recovery...

Decommissioning copper networks: operator case studies

By decommissioning copper, fixed operators can reduce opex, release meaningful amounts of cash, and run their businesses more sustainably. The...