Europe Dark Fiber Network Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Network Type (Long-haul and Metro), By Fiber Type, By Material, By Application, By Country and Growth Forecast, 2024 - 2031

The Europe Dark Fiber Network Market would witness market growth of 13.3% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031).

The Germany market dominated the Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Country in 2023, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $867.7 million by 2031. The UK market is exhibiting a CAGR of 12.4% during (2024 - 2031). Additionally, The France market would experience a CAGR of 14.2% during (2024 - 2031).

The increasing adoption of cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, and edge computing has placed immense pressure on existing network architectures. As enterprises move toward data-intensive applications, such as real-time analytics, AI-driven automation, and high-definition content streaming, the demand for scalable and high-capacity fiber-optic infrastructure has grown significantly.

Additionally, dark fiber networks offer a future-proof solution, enabling organizations to expand their bandwidth as needed without the constraints imposed by traditional service providers. This flexibility allows businesses to optimize performance, reduce latency, and improve overall network efficiency, making dark fiber an ideal choice for industries where uninterrupted, high-speed connectivity is critical.

In the United Kingdom, the adoption of dark fiber networks has been bolstered by substantial government investments in digital infrastructure. The UK government’s 5G Testbeds and Trials Programme has supported projects like the 5G Connected and Automated Logistics (CAL) initiative, which focuses on enhancing logistics operations at ports and warehouses. These projects rely on high-bandwidth fiber-optic backhaul to support real-time tracking, vehicle-to-infrastructure communication, and autonomous vehicle trials, significantly improving efficiency across the transportation and logistics sectors. To further establish itself as a leader in next-generation digital connectivity, the UK government has committed £1 billion to digital infrastructure development, with £200 million specifically allocated for 5G innovation, increasing demand for fiber-optic networks to support these initiatives.

Free Valuable Insights: The Global Dark Fiber Network Market will Hit USD 14.97 Billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 13.5%

Based on Network Type, the market is segmented into Long-haul and Metro. Based on Fiber Type, the market is segmented into Single Mode and Multi-mode (Graded-index Multimode Fiber and Step-index Multimode Fiber). Based on Material, the market is segmented into Glass and Plastic. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Telecom, Military & Aerospace, Medical, Oil & Gas, BFSI, Railway, and Other Application. Based on countries, the market is segmented into Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe.

List of Key Companies Profiled

• AT&T Inc.
• Colt Technology Services Group Limited (Fidelity Investments)
• Comcast Corporation
• Ciena Corporation
• Crown Castle International Corp.
• Lumen Technologies, Inc.
• Verizon Communications, Inc.
• Equinix, Inc.
• NTT Data Corporation
• Frontier Communications Parent, Inc.

Europe Dark Fiber Network Market Report Segmentation

By Network Type

• Long-haul
• Metro

By Fiber Type

• Single Mode
• Multi-mode
  • Graded-index Multimode Fiber
  • Step-index Multimode Fiber

By Material

• Glass
• Plastic

By Application

• Telecom
• Military & Aerospace
• Medical
• Oil & Gas
• BFSI
• Railway
• Other Application

By Country

• Germany
• UK
• France
• Russia
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Objectives
1.3 Market Scope
1.4 Segmentation
1.4.1 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, by Network Type
1.4.2 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, by Fiber Type
1.4.3 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, by Material
1.4.4 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, by Application
1.4.5 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, by Country
1.5 Methodology for the research

Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
2.1 Key Highlights

Chapter 3. Market Overview
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Overview
3.1.1.1 Market Composition and Scenario
3.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
3.2.1 Market Drivers
3.2.2 Market Restraints
3.2.3 Market Opportunities
3.2.4 Market Challenges

Chapter 4. Competition Analysis – Global
4.1 Market Share Analysis, 2023
4.2 Porter Five Forces Analysis

Chapter 5. Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type
5.1 Europe Long-haul Market by Country
5.2 Europe Metro Market by Country

Chapter 6. Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type
6.1 Europe Single Mode Market by Country
6.2 Europe Multi-mode Market by Country
6.3 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type
6.3.1 Europe Graded-index Multimode Fiber Market by Country
6.3.2 Europe Step-index Multimode Fiber Market by Country

Chapter 7. Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Material
7.1 Europe Glass Market by Country
7.2 Europe Plastic Market by Country

Chapter 8. Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Application
8.1 Europe Telecom Market by Country
8.2 Europe Military & Aerospace Market by Country
8.3 Europe Medical Market by Country
8.4 Europe Oil & Gas Market by Country
8.5 Europe BFSI Market by Country
8.6 Europe Railway Market by Country
8.7 Europe Other Application Market by Country

Chapter 9. Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Country
9.1 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market
9.1.1 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type
9.1.2 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type
9.1.2.1 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type
9.1.3 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Material
9.1.4 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Application
9.2 UK Dark Fiber Network Market
9.2.1 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type
9.2.2 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type
9.2.2.1 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type
9.2.3 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Material
9.2.4 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Application
9.3 France Dark Fiber Network Market
9.3.1 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type
9.3.2 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type
9.3.2.1 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type
9.3.3 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Material
9.3.4 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Application
9.4 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market
9.4.1 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type
9.4.2 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type
9.4.2.1 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type
9.4.3 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Material
9.4.4 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Application
9.5 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market
9.5.1 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type
9.5.2 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type
9.5.2.1 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type
9.5.3 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Material
9.5.4 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Application
9.6 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market
9.6.1 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type
9.6.2 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type
9.6.2.1 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type
9.6.3 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Material
9.6.4 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Application
9.7 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market
9.7.1 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type
9.7.2 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type
9.7.2.1 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type
9.7.3 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Material
9.7.4 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Application

Chapter 10. Company Profiles
10.1 AT&T, Inc.
10.1.1 Company Overview
10.1.2 Financial Analysis
10.1.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
10.1.4 Research & Development Expense
10.1.1 SWOT Analysis
10.2 Colt Technology Services Group Limited (Fidelity Investments)
10.2.1 Company Overview
10.2.2 Recent strategies and developments:
10.2.2.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
10.3 Comcast Corporation
10.3.1 Company Overview
10.3.2 Financial Analysis
10.3.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
10.3.4 SWOT Analysis
10.4 Ciena Corporation
10.4.1 Company Overview
10.4.2 Financial Analysis
10.4.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
10.4.4 Research & Development Expense
10.4.5 SWOT Analysis
10.5 Crown Castle International Corp.
10.5.1 Company Overview
10.5.2 Financial Analysis
10.5.3 Segmental Analysis
10.6 Lumen Technologies, Inc.
10.6.1 Company Overview
10.6.2 Financial Analysis
10.6.3 Segmental Analysis
10.6.4 SWOT Analysis
10.7 Verizon Communications, Inc.
10.7.1 Company Overview
10.7.2 Financial Analysis
10.7.3 Segmental Analysis
10.7.4 SWOT Analysis
10.8 Equinix, Inc.
10.8.1 Company Overview
10.8.2 Financial Analysis
10.8.3 Regional Analysis
10.8.4 SWOT Analysis
10.9 NTT Data Corporation
10.9.1 Company Overview
10.9.2 Financial Analysis
10.10. Frontier Communications Parent, Inc.
10.10.1 Company Overview
10.10.2 Financial Analysis

TABLE 1 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 2 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 3 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 4 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 5 Europe Long-haul Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 6 Europe Long-haul Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 7 Europe Metro Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 8 Europe Metro Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 9 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 10 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 11 Europe Single Mode Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 12 Europe Single Mode Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 13 Europe Multi-mode Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 14 Europe Multi-mode Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 15 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 16 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 17 Europe Graded-index Multimode Fiber Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 18 Europe Graded-index Multimode Fiber Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 19 Europe Step-index Multimode Fiber Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 20 Europe Step-index Multimode Fiber Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 21 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 22 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 23 Europe Glass Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 24 Europe Glass Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 25 Europe Plastic Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 26 Europe Plastic Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 27 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 28 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 29 Europe Telecom Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 30 Europe Telecom Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 31 Europe Military & Aerospace Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 32 Europe Military & Aerospace Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 33 Europe Medical Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 34 Europe Medical Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 35 Europe Oil & Gas Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 36 Europe Oil & Gas Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 37 Europe BFSI Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 38 Europe BFSI Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 39 Europe Railway Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 40 Europe Railway Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 41 Europe Other Application Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 42 Europe Other Application Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 43 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Country, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 44 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Country, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 45 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 46 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 47 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 48 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 49 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 50 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 51 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 52 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 53 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 54 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 55 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 56 Germany Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 57 UK Dark Fiber Network Market, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 58 UK Dark Fiber Network Market, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 59 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 60 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 61 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 62 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 63 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 64 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 65 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 66 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 67 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 68 UK Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 69 France Dark Fiber Network Market, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 70 France Dark Fiber Network Market, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 71 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 72 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 73 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 74 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 75 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 76 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 77 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 78 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 79 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 80 France Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 81 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 82 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 83 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 84 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 85 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 86 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 87 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 88 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 89 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 90 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 91 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 92 Russia Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 93 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 94 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 95 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 96 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 97 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 98 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 99 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 100 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 101 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 102 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 103 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 104 Spain Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 105 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 106 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 107 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 108 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 109 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 110 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 111 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 112 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 113 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 114 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 115 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 116 Italy Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 117 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 118 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 119 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 120 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 121 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 122 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 123 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 124 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Multi-mode Type, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 125 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 126 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 127 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2020 - 2023, USD Million
TABLE 128 Rest of Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2024 - 2031, USD Million
TABLE 129 Key Information – AT&T, Inc.
TABLE 130 Key Information – Colt Technology Services Group Limited
TABLE 131 key information – Comcast Corporation
TABLE 132 Key Information – Ciena Corporation
TABLE 133 Key Information – Crown Castle International Corp.
TABLE 134 Key Information – Lumen Technologies, Inc.
TABLE 135 key information – Verizon Communications, Inc.
TABLE 136 key information – Equinix, Inc.
TABLE 137 Key Information – NTT Data Corporation
TABLE 138 Key Information – Frontier Communications Parent, Inc.

List of Figures
FIG 1 Methodology for the research
FIG 2 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market, 2020 - 2031, USD Million
FIG 3 Key Factors Impacting Dark Fiber Network Market
FIG 4 Market Share Analysis, 2023
FIG 5 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis – dark fiber network market
FIG 6 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Network Type, 2023
FIG 7 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Network Type, 2031
FIG 8 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Network Type, 2020 - 2031, USD Million
FIG 9 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Fiber Type, 2023
FIG 10 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Fiber Type, 2031
FIG 11 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Fiber Type, 2020 - 2031, USD Million
FIG 12 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Material, 2023
FIG 13 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Material 2031
FIG 14 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Material, 2020 - 2031, USD Million
FIG 15 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Application, 2023
FIG 16 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Application, 2031
FIG 17 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Application, 2020 - 2031, USD Million
FIG 18 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Country, 2023
FIG 19 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market share by Country, 2031
FIG 20 Europe Dark Fiber Network Market by Country, 2020 - 2031, USD Million
FIG 21 SWOT Analysis: AT&T Inc.
FIG 22 SWOT Analysis: Comcast Corporation
FIG 23 SWOT Analysis: Ciena Corporation
FIG 24 SWOT Analysis: Teradata Corporation
FIG 25 SWOT Analysis: Verizon Communications, Inc.
FIG 26 SWOT Analysis: EQUINIX, INC.