Agenda
[Our Timetable]
Conference and Exhibition Program
First Day
Feb 02, 2026
Second Day
Feb 03, 2026
08:30 – 09:30
Registration & Networking Coffee
09:30 – 09:45
Opening Remarks & Welcome
09:45 – 10:15
Government Keynote Speech
10:15 – 11:00
The FTTH and 5G Panorama – MENA Region
11:00 – 11:45
Building an AI-Ready Future with Fiber
Empowering next-gen digital experiences through ultra-fast, scalable fiber connectivity.
Enabling communities and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven world with resilient, future
proof networks.
11:45 – 12:30
Panel: What’s Next? Fiber Access Network Cost, Competition & Technologies
examines the evolving economics and strategic pressures shaping fiber deployment.
Experts discuss cost drivers, competitive dynamics, and innovative technologies
transforming access networks. The Panel explores how providers can optimize investment
while meeting rising bandwidth demands. Attendees gain insight into the future
landscape of fiber access and the forces influencing its growth.
12:30 – 13:30
Networking Lunch & Exhibition Visit
13:30 – 14:30
Distributed Fiber Sensing – Security of Critical Infrastructure at Scale
explored how fiber-optic sensing enables real-time monitoring of large, critical assets.
Speakers highlighted its ability to detect intrusions, vibrations, and environmental
changes with high precision over long distances.
The discussion emphasized scalable deployment and its growing role in enhancing
infrastructure security and resilience.
14:30 – 15:30
Data Centres Session
examined how advanced fiber networks support the high-speed, low-latency demands of
modern data center environments. Speakers discussed scalable architectures that enable
efficient connectivity across servers, storage, and cloud platforms. The session highlighted
fiber’s pivotal role in powering AI, cloud growth, and next-generation data center
performance.
15:30 – 16:30
Designing Sustainable Fiber Infrastructure
explored strategies for building networks that minimize environmental impact while
maximizing long-term performance. Speakers highlighted energy-efficient designs,
responsible material choices, and smarter deployment practices. The discussion focused
on creating fiber systems that are resilient, future-proof, and aligned with global
sustainability goals.
16:30 – 17:00
Closing Remarks & Day 1 Wrap-Up
09:00 – 09:30
Morning Coffee & Exhibition Visit
09:30 – 11:00
Workshop 1: Green Optical LAN Workshop Hall 1
09:30 – 11:00
Workshop 2: Smart Cities Workshop Hall 2
11:00 – 11:30
Networking Break & Exhibition Visit
11:30 – 13:00
FTTH Council EU Workshop Hall 1
11:30 – 13:00
Hollow Core and Multi Core Fiber for DC Application Hall 2
13:00 – 14:30
Networking Lunch & Exhibition Visit
14:30 – 16:00
Parallel Exhibition Visits, Demos & Networking
16:00 – 16:30
Event Closing & Farewell