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Advancing Global Digital Infrastructure: Insights from MWC25

On March 6, 2025, the Tower and Fibre Summit took place at the International Convention Center in Barcelona, sponsored by Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company (YOFC). The event marked a significant gathering of industry leaders focused on the future of digital communication, with a keynote speech delivered by YOFC's Senior Vice President, Jan Bongaerts, under the compelling title, "Leading a New Future with Fiber."

In his address, Bongaerts articulated YOFC's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies and extensive industry expertise to bolster digital infrastructure in the dawn of the AI era. He emphasized the urgency of extending fiber connectivity globally to meet the escalating demands of modern data transmission.

The Data Demand Surge

Bongaerts highlighted the exponential increase in global data traffic fueled by the deep integration of AI technologies across various sectors. He pointed out that innovations such as generative AI applications, ultra-high-definition video streaming, autonomous driving, and industrial Internet of Things (IoT) are generating unprecedented demand for higher network transmission speeds, increased capacity, and reduced latency.

To address these challenges, YOFC has unveiled next-generation optical fiber cable solutions tailored for high-speed connectivity, low latency, and high density for diverse applications. Their latest G.654.E fiber, known for its ultra-low attenuation and large effective area, significantly enhances performance and reach in 400G/800G ultra-high-speed transmission systems.

Innovations at YOFC

As one of the few global entities skilled in mass production of this technology, YOFC has achieved comprehensive control over its industrial chain, positioning itself as a leader in both production capacity and market share. This advanced fiber has become instrumental in network infrastructure projects for major operators, including China Mobile, China Telecom, China Unicom, and State Grid, and is being deployed in countries like the Philippines and Brazil.

In response to the rising demand for high-speed interconnections in AI computing centers, YOFC has also introduced its high-end OM4/OM5 multimode fiber. This advanced fiber accommodates a broader wavelength range and bandwidth, addressing the evolving needs for data center transmission upgrades to 400G/800G and even 1.6T.

Using their digital and intelligent manufacturing platform, YOFC can produce these high-quality multimode fibers at scale, reinforcing its competitive edge in the global market. In this new AI era, the interconnectivity of massive devices has intensified the demand for optimizing fiber space utilization. YOFC's patented multi-core fiber caters to this requirement by integrating multiple independent cores within a single fiber, significantly boosting the transmission capacity of single-fiber communication systems.

Future-Proofing Communication Technologies

The hollow-core fiber, capable of transmission speeds approaching that of light with near-zero latency, represents the optimum solution for future ultra-high-speed and low-latency communications. YOFC's capabilities in the mass production of extended-length, ultra-low-loss hollow-core fiber put them at the forefront of the industry. Consequently, the company is exceptionally positioned to deliver premium products suitable for commercial applications in large-scale environments.

In light of the rapid advancements in AI and digital technologies, YOFC remains steadfastly at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to collaborating with global stakeholders to develop a more efficient, sustainable, and inclusive optical communication network. Through these efforts, YOFC aims to lay new foundations for AI and propel significant progress in global digital transformation.