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Exploding Data Consumption and Bandwidth Demands
The surge in global data traffic, driven by the large-scale uptake of bandwidth-hungry applications including high-definition video streaming, online games, and cloud services, is driving the dark fiber market growth. As per the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), India's average user per month data usage between 2018 and 2023 rose from 9.1 GB to 14.1 GB, reflecting an exponential growth in data usage. Such increasing demand requires strong and scalable network infrastructure, which dark fiber naturally provides, enabling businesses and service providers to operate their networks with greater control and capacity. The capacity to light up other fibers on a just-in-time basis offers unmatched flexibility and, as such, is an essential tool in meeting the increasingly vast data environment.
5G Network Deployments and Edge Computing Expansion
The rapid rollout of 5G networks worldwide is an enormous stimulus for the dark fiber market. 5G technology is basically based on a very high-density and high-capacity fiber backbone to interconnect many small cells and base stations to provide ultra-high speeds and low latency. The Indian Department of Telecommunications foresees 500 million 5G subscribers by 2027, which will require a massive build-out of fiber infrastructure. In parallel, the advent of edge computing, which reduces latency by bringing data processing near the source of data origin, also requires ubiquitous dark fiber connectivity. These two phenomena together give rise to a huge demand for dark fiber, allowing operators to create future-proof networks with the ability to handle next-generation applications.
Increasing Connectivity in Emerging Markets
Emerging economies offer huge prospects for the dark fiber market, sustained by growing digitalization drives and government investments in digital infrastructure. India, with initiatives like BharatNet for connecting rural India with broadband connectivity, is proactively laying large optical fiber networks. By 2023, the BharatNet initiative had already laid more than 500,000 km of optical fiber cable, as per the Department of Telecommunications. This growing infrastructure offers a rich soil for dark fiber adoption as regional service providers and businesses aim to take advantage of this installed, dark capacity for their respective requirements, especially for growth of internet access and hosting local data centers. The political initiative for digital inclusion poses a basic requirement that the scalable aspect of dark fiber can adequately fulfill.
Increasing Need for Private and Secure Networks
In the age of increased cybersecurity threats and greater regulatory oversight, there is a growing need for private and secure network infrastructure creating a huge opportunity for the dark fiber market. Enterprises, especially in industries such as BFSI and healthcare, need isolated and dedicated network pathways to protect data privacy and governance. Dark fiber provides unmatched security because the network is completely under the user's control, with less exposure to the vulnerabilities of public networks. In addition, the capability to install bespoke optical protocols on dark fiber offers greater flexibility to deploy sophisticated security features. The trend is compounded by increased amounts of highly sensitive data and requirements for strong, uncompromised connectivity, so that dark fiber emerges as a high-priority choice for organizations demanding security and control.
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Base Year
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2024 |
Historic Data
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2021-2023 |
Forecast Period
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2025-2035 |
Regions & Countries Covered
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North America (United States, Canada), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Spain, Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Rest of Asia Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of Latin America), Middle East& |
Companies Profiles
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Segmentation Level Customization
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Company Level Customization
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Country level Data Customization
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Segmental volume analysis Pricing Analysis of Product Company Market Share |
July 2023: Cox Communications finalized the acquisition of Unite Private Networks (UPN). This strategic acquisition unites UPN and Cox-owned Segra into a new independent fiber company that drives growth in Cox's commercial fiber offerings. The acquisition is intended to bolster the combined company's capacity to serve customers with a larger footprint and larger network capabilities.
June 2023: GTT Communications bought a regional fiber network firm, gaining 500 miles of dark fiber to its existing infrastructure. This move was one of many that GTT has undertaken to bolster its global network offerings and deliver enhanced services, specifically to expand its reach and capacity for enterprise and carrier customers.
November 2023: FirstLight launched a new alliance with Bell to provide new high-speed paths with triple redundancy between Secaucus, NJ, Toronto, and Montréal. The collaboration is meant to improve connectivity as well as provide more resilient network solutions for customers needing strong and reliable data transmission across the US/Canadian borders.
The global dark fiber market is dominated by a dynamic competitive landscape, which includes a combination of traditional telecommunication giants, niche dark fiber providers, and infrastructure investment companies. The market witnesses a strategic emphasis on geographical expansion, especially in high-growth urban centers and under-served regions, through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Firms are focusing more on customized solutions, meeting individual bandwidth, latency, and security requirements. In addition to this, partnerships and alliances are prevalent, allowing firms to expand their reach through networks and create a wider range of services. The rivalry pressure is fuelled by the ongoing demand for scalable and trustworthy underlying infrastructure to host nascent technology such as 5G, IoT, and cloud computing that compels competitors to become creative in designing networks, operational effectiveness, and customer experience.
• GTT Communications, Inc.
• Vikram Group
• UFINET
• DEPL
• Landmark Dividend LLC.
• Unite Private Networks
• Sterlite Power
• Colt Technology Services Group Limited
• Consolidated Communications
• NexGen Networks
• Sorrento Networks
• FirstLight
• Microscan
• Verizon Communications, Inc.
• Lumen Technologies, Inc.
• NTT communications Corporation
• Zayo Group, LLC
• AT&T, Inc.
• Windstream Holdings, Inc.
• Crown Castle International Corp.
• Fiber Light, LLC.
• Comcast Corporation
• Others
The Dark Fibre Market is anticipated to register significant growth on a global scale, with value climbing to US$ 29.70 billion by 2035 from the estimated US$ 8.36 billion in 2024, growing at a CAGR of 11.2%.
Dark Fiber Market growing at a CAGR of 11.2% The surge in demand for high-bandwidth connectivity, fuelled by rising data consumption and far-reaching growth of digital services, is driving market growth.
Exploding Data Consumption and Bandwidth Demands, 5G Network Deployments and Edge Computing Expansion, Increasing Connectivity in Emerging Markets, Increasing Need for Private and Secure Networks
North America grabbed the highest market share in the global dark fiber market, accounting for 30.26% share in 2024.
1.1. Introduction
1.2. Report Description & Objective
1.3. Assumption And Limitation
2.1. Data Collection
2.2. Primary Research & Secondary Research
2.3. Bottom-Up Approach & Top-Down Approach
2.4. Market Analysis & Size Estimation
2.5. Quality Check & Final Review
3.1. Report Scope
3.2. Executive Summary
4.1. Top Trends To Watch
4.2. Top Strategies Followed By Key Players
4.3. Top Investment Pockets
5.1. Market Definition
5.2. Market Drivers
5.3. Market Restraints & Challenges
5.4. Market Opportunities
6.1. Porter’s Five Forces’ Analysis
6.2. Value Chain Analysis / Supply Chain Analysis
6.3. PESTLE Analysis
6.4. Regulatory Landscape
6.5. Pricing Analysis
7.1. Global Dark Fiber Market, By Fiber Type
7.2. Global Dark Fiber Market Attractiveness, By Fiber Type
7.2.1. Single Mode
7.2.2. Multi-Mode
8.1. Global Dark Fiber Market, By Network Type
8.2. Global Dark Fiber Market Attractiveness, By Network Type
8.2.1. Metro
8.2.2. Long-haul
9.1. Global Dark Fiber Market, By Material
9.2. Global Dark Fiber Market Attractiveness, By Material
9.2.1. Glass
9.2.2. Plastic
9.2.3. Others
10.1. Global Dark Fiber Market, By Application
10.2. Global Dark Fiber Market Attractiveness, By Application
10.2.1. Telecom
10.2.2. Oil & Gas
10.2.3. Military & Aerospace
10.2.4. BFSI
10.2.5. Medical
10.2.6. Railway
10.2.7. Others
11.1. Global Dark Fiber Market, By Geography
11.2. Global Dark Fiber Market Attractiveness, By Geography
11.2.1. North America
11.2.2. Europe
11.2.3. Asia Pacific
11.2.4. Middle East & Africa
11.2.5. Latin America
12.1. North America Market Overview, By Countries
12.2. North America Market Overview, By Fiber Type
12.3. North America Market Overview, By Network Type
12.4. North America Market Overview, By Material
12.5. North America Market Overview, By Application
12.5.1. United States
12.5.2. Canada
13.1. Europe Market Overview, By Countries
13.2. Europe Market Overview, By Fiber Type
13.3. Europe Market Overview, By Network Type
13.4. Europe Market Overview, By Material
13.5. Europe Market Overview, By Application
13.5.1. Germany
13.5.2. France
13.5.3. UK
13.5.4. Italy
13.5.5. Spain
13.5.6. Rest of Europe
14.1. Asia Pacific Market Overview, By Countries
14.2. Asia Pacific Market Overview, By Fiber Type
14.3. Asia Pacific Market Overview, By Network Type
14.4. Asia Pacific Market Overview, By Material
14.5. Asia Pacific Market Overview, By Application
14.5.1. India
14.5.2. China
14.5.3. Japan
14.5.4. South Korea
14.5.5. Rest of Asia Pacific
15.1. Middle East & Africa Market Overview, By Countries
15.2. Middle East & Africa Market Overview, By Fiber Type
15.3. Middle East & Africa Market Overview, By Network Type
15.4. Middle East & Africa Market Overview, By Material
15.5. Middle East & Africa Market Overview, By Application
15.5.1. GCC
15.5.2. South Africa
15.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa
16.1. Latin America Market Overview, By Countries
16.2. Latin America Market Overview, By Fiber Type
16.3. Latin America Market Overview, By Network Type
16.4. Latin America Market Overview, By Material
16.5. Latin America Market Overview, By Application
16.5.1. Brazil
16.5.2. Argentina
16.5.3. Rest of Latin America
17.1. Key Developments
17.1.1. Partnerships, Collaborations, Agreements
17.1.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
17.1.3. New Product Developments
17.1.4. Other Developments
17.2. Company Share Analysis
17.3. Company Profiles
17.3.1. GTT Communications, Inc.
17.3.1.1. Company Overview
17.3.1.2. Product Overview
17.3.1.3. Financial Insights
17.3.1.4. Recent Developments
17.3.1.5. SWOT Analysis
17.3.2. Vikram Group
17.3.3. UFINET
17.3.4. DEPL
17.3.5. Landmark Dividend LLC.
17.3.6. Unite Private Networks
17.3.7. Sterlite Power
17.3.8. Colt Technology Services Group Limited
17.3.9. Consolidated Communications
17.3.10. NexGen Networks
17.3.11. Sorrento Networks
17.3.12. FirstLight
17.3.13. Microscan
17.3.14. Verizon Communications, Inc.
17.3.15. Lumen Technologies, Inc.
17.3.16. NTT communications Corporation
17.3.17. Zayo Group, LLC
17.3.18. AT&T, Inc.
17.3.19. Windstream Holdings, Inc.
17.3.20. Crown Castle International Corp.
17.3.21. Fiber Light, LLC.
17.3.22. Comcast Corporation
Data Collection
Primary Research & Secondary Research
Bottom-Up Approach & Top-Down Approach
Market Analysis & Size Estimation
Quality Check & Final Review
By Fiber Type
• Single Mode
• Multi-mode
By Network Type
• Metro
• Long-haul
By Material
• Glass
• Plastic
• Others
By Application
• Telecom
• Oil & Gas
• Military & Aerospace
• BFSI
• Medical
• Railway
• Others
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