Fibre stories
Zayo Group has made history with the world's longest 800G optical wave, beating the former world record by 74.5km.
NeoPhotonics has announced new technology components set to enhance data center and telecom networks by providing better operational support.
High-speed fibre internet continues to be the most significant player in OECD countries, with growth rates still powering ahead of DSL.
Chorus completes major performance upgrade for New Zealand fibre customers, boosting download speeds and aiming for top 10 global broadband ranking.
New research has determined that fibre is the best broadband option for consumers concerned about carbon emissions.
High-speed fibre internet subscriptions have overtaken copper-wire DSL connections across OECD countries, according to new data.
NEC launches AI solution to detect and pinpoint issues in optical fibre by analysing vibrations, aiding in infrastructure maintenance.
Orcon launches 8Gbps broadband plan, doubling the speed of its fastest plan less than 18 months after its 4Gbps launch.
UK regulators uphold regulation on three wholesale telecoms services to maintain competition and protect consumers.
The performance of Fibre Max plans has substantially improved, according to the Commerce Commission's Measuring Broadband New Zealand report.
Vodafone New Zealand is fast-tracking its regional investment program to improve mobile phone and internet coverage across the country.
The first West Coast fibre enabled cell site, called Fox West, has gone live providing 4G wireless broadband and mobile calling services in New Zealand.
The Commerce Commission is consulting on a proposal from Chorus to spend $1.6 billion over the first three years of the new fibre regulatory regime.
Programmed wins multi-million dollar contract to maintain Chorus' property portfolio in New Zealand, creating over 100 jobs.
New Zealanders are tech-savvy telecom users, embracing new technology and flexibility, according to a report by the Commerce Commission.
Copper cabinets are soon to be a thing of the past for many Kiwis, with Chorus announcing it will switch off its first copper cabinets in mid-March.
Vodafone has expanded its partnership with FiberSense to Wellington, and is the first company in NZ to utilise existing underground fibre cables.
UCG secures infrastructure contracts with Chorus for Auckland and the entire North Island, spanning network services, maintenance, and fibre provisioning.
The Commerce Commission has revealed its draft decisions on price-quality regulation for Chorus and information disclosure requirements for fibre companies.
Since receiving Chorus proposal, the Commission has identified the need to update the indicative process it set out in September 2020.
