1&1 and OXG consigned to long-term partnership contract
1&1 and OXG Fiber Optics GmbH Partner to Expand Fiber Optic Infrastructure in Germany
In a significant move to improve internet connectivity across the country, 1&1 and OXG Fiber Optics GmbH have entered into a long-term cooperation focused on expanding fiber optic networks in Germany.
This partnership aims to accelerate the rollout of fiber optic networks, particularly in areas that previously lacked access to high-speed, gigabit-capable networks. The cooperation leverages OXG Fiber Optics GmbH’s expertise in fiber optic network construction and 1&1’s customer base and service infrastructure to expedite fiber deployment.
Benefits for Households
The partnership is set to enhance the availability and reach of high-speed fiber optic internet connections, benefiting households with increased access to ultra-fast, reliable fiber connections. This improved infrastructure will support higher bandwidth demands for streaming, remote work, gaming, and smart home devices.
Ultimately, this cooperation helps to close the digital divide in underserved regions and fosters greater competition in the broadband market, potentially improving prices and services for consumers.
Key Details and Potential Benefits
- The potential reach of the agreement could extend to up to 7 million households.
- The agreement is a strategic move to enhance fiber optic infrastructure in the region.
- The agreement expands 1&1's fiber optic offerings, with fiber optic tariffs now bookable for over 3 million additional private households.
- From Q1 2026, 1&1 fiber optic offerings will be available for over 3 million additional households.
- Ralph Dommermuth, CEO of 1&1, states that the cooperation is an important step towards improving digital infrastructure in Germany.
- OXG's fiber optic expansion in Germany has already started in over 35 cities since 2023.
- Stefan Rüter, Managing Director of OXG, welcomes 1&1 as a strategic wholesale partner and emphasizes the importance of competition, provider diversity, and free choice of internet service provider.
- OXG stands for Open Access Fiber Optics.
For precise, up-to-date details on the scope and rollout plans of this cooperation, consulting official press releases or statements from 1&1 and OXG Fiber Optics GmbH is recommended. The document related to this announcement can be found at this link: 202508_PressRelease_OXG_1&1.pdf (175 kB).
The strategic partnership between 1&1 and OXG Fiber Optics GmbH will leverage technology to expand fiber optic networks, with potential benefits for finance by opening up new opportunities in the growing industry of ultra-fast, reliable fiber internet connections. By improving the digital infrastructure in underserved regions, the cooperation may also foster competition in the finance and technology sectors, potentially leading to better prices and services for consumers.
