Dark Fiber Networks Market Size, Industry Share | Forecast 2030
The global dark fiber networks market is witnessing a significant surge in growth, especially within the telecommunications sector, including Internet Service Providers (ISPs). The increasing deployment of 5G networks and the proliferation of over 150 commercially available 5G devices are driving the adoption of 5G technology both in network infrastructure and devices. According to Ookla, LLC, there were 18,731 5G deployments and 157 5G operators worldwide in 2020. Furthermore, Ericsson reported that 190 million 5G subscriptions were recorded by the end of 2020, with this number projected to skyrocket to 2.8 billion by 2025.
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This growth is bolstered by the growing bandwidth requirements of portable device users and the mandatory shift of cable operators to HD video quality. These factors are serving as key catalysts for the expansion of the dark fiber networks market. Additionally, the rapid expansion of long-haul fiber networks, particularly in submarine cables across vast oceanic distances, is contributing to the market's progress. Notably, Zayo Group Holdings Inc. completed three new long-haul dark fiber links, connecting Denver to Salt Lake City, Atlanta to Dallas, and Eugene to Reedsport in October 2021.
Prominent players in the dark fiber networks market are adopting strategic approaches to maintain their foothold. Strategies such as service expansion, new product launches, collaborations, partnerships, and mergers are being employed. For example, Cityfiber embarked on constructing a new 1Gbps capable fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network worth USD 50 million to support expansion plans. Moreover, Nextgenaccess and Next Generation Data (NGD) completed a joint Dark Fiber Network Initiative, linking Bradley Stoke in Bristol to NGD's hyper-scale data center facility.
The dominance of the Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and Telecommunication Industry segment within the dark fiber networks market is anticipated to persist in terms of market size. This segment is poised for growth due to the increasing adoption of 5G technology in communication and data transmission services. Dark fiber's ability to facilitate high-speed data transfer for both short- and long-distance communications is a driving factor. The rise of cloud-based applications, audio-video services, and video-on-demand (VoD) services is also contributing to the demand. Notably, the medical, military, and aerospace application segments are expected to experience significant growth due to the adoption of optic technology devices, with stringent regulations and standards further fueling growth in the medical sector.
The technological advancements and the presence of major players in North America are expected to drive the growth of the dark fiber networks market. North America is at the forefront of adopting technological advancements, and the region hosts prominent dark fiber network providers like AT&T Intellectual Property and GTT Communications, Inc. Furthermore, governments in developed countries, particularly in the US, are investing in national security infrastructure, which involves enhancing telecommunications sector infrastructure with improved security measures. For example, CenturyLink acquired Level 3 Communications to bolster its secure and reliable fiber-rich network. In the Asia Pacific region, emerging economies such as India, Japan, and China are experiencing rapid IT infrastructure development, leading to the deployment of dark fiber networks and propelling market growth.
In terms of notable developments, Colt Technology Services signed a 25-year agreement with Getlink to install the Colt IQ Network through the Channel Tunnel, enabling data transfer at a remarkable rate of Tbps per fiber. Additionally, CenturyLink, Inc. introduced Lumen edge compute in December 2020, leveraging its global fiber network, on-demand networking, and integrated security.
Leading players in the global dark fiber networks market include AT&T Intellectual Property, Colt Technology Services Group Limited, NTT Communications Corporation, Verizon Communications, Inc., Comcast Corporation, Consolidated Communications, GTT Communications, CenturyLink, Windstream Communications, and Zayo Group, LLC. These players are contributing to the market's evolution and expansion through their innovative offerings and strategic initiatives.
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