Europe.Table Opinion Fiber optic expansion

“The courage to switch off – and get started”

Germany needs to be more ambitious when it comes to switching off copper wire and switching over to fiber optics. If we want to reach the Digital Networks Act target in 2035, we cannot wait until 2030.

MJ
04. February 2026
Michael Jungwirth Director Public Policy & External Affairs Vodafone Deutschland & Public Policy Director, Vodafone Group.
Michael Jungwirth is Director Public Policy & External Affairs at Vodafone Germany and Public Policy Director of the Vodafone Group. (Vodafone Deutschland)

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Last updated: 04. February 2026