FiberWeek 2026
Building the Fiber Backbone for Mission‑Critical Infrastructure
FiberWeek 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Europe’s leading international gathering focused on fiber-optic technologies, intelligent infrastructure systems and the future of strategic resilience. The event will take place from 5–7 May 2026 in Postira, Brač Island, Croatia.
This year’s edition highlights fiber optics as the core foundation of Europe’s technological self-sufficiency, connecting telecom networks, energy systems, railways, road infrastructure, gas and oil pipelines, industrial facilities and geothermal sites into one secure and resilient European ecosystem.
The program brings together experts from telecom, energy, transport, industry, cybersecurity and AI to explore how fiber-enabled technologies shape the next generation of Europe’s critical infrastructure.
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FiberWeek 2026 – 20 Years of Synergy, Fiber Excellence and European Self-Sufficiency
Join us at FiberWeek 2026, taking place May 4–7 at Grand Hotel View in Postira on Brač Island, Croatia. This international forum focuses on next-generation infrastructure, including fiber-optic technology, VHCN networks, smart grids, physical and cyber protection, and AI-driven network optimization and management.
The program explores complementary technologies across the full lifecycle of modern infrastructure. Topics range from planning and commissioning of physical systems and network roll-outs, through resilient operation and monitoring, to cybersecurity for critical infrastructure protection.
Industry experts and government representatives will share insights into current trends, investments, and technical innovations. The event will highlight practical solutions for network optimization, new services, improved user experiences, and intelligent infrastructure management.
FiberWeek promotes collaboration, technical innovation, and new visions for future growth. It also examines evolving regulatory frameworks and cross-industry integration across telecommunications, energy, railways, oil and gas, and other sectors. The goal is to support the development of secure, unified infrastructure spanning aerial, surface, and subsurface environments.
Join us to connect, learn, and help shaping the future of secure, optical fiber-enabled and AI-enhanced digitalized infrastructure as strategic national asset
FiberWeek 2026
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Conference Themes
Fiber Design Innovation
Discovering new uses for existing infrastructure and how trends in AI drive innovation in fiber design for high-capacity networks.
Cybersecurity & Defense
Highlighting fiber optics as a vital asset for modern states, focusing on security, defense applications, and network integrity.
AI & Data Centers
Addressing the critical challenges data centers face, including massive energy demands and advanced indoor fiber optic communications for AI factories.
Energy Efficiency
Promoting best practices in broadband fiber optic networks to reduce carbon footprints and optimize energy consumption.
Understanding the Path: From Telecom Services to Digital Infrastructure
For decades, fiber networks have underpinned voice, internet, and television services and remain essential to global connectivity. Now that same infrastructure is evolving into the backbone for a broader set of mission‑critical systems, expanding its role from pure service delivery to strategic digital infrastructure that supports entire economies.
This evolution presents a strategic choice for operators, infrastructure owners, and investors: continue optimising legacy telecom models or adapt networks to enable next‑generation digital, energy, and industrial systems. Making that choice requires informed decision‑making, cross‑sector collaboration, and industry dialogue; forums like FiberWeek help stakeholders share knowledge, explore options, and shape the future of digital infrastructure.
FiberWeek 2026 – where fiber shapes Europe’s infrastructure future
Telecom, energy, transport and industry unite to build a safer, smarter and technologically self-reliant Europe.
Explore the full FiberWeek 2026 program