Network operators are recalibrating capex and service models as AI reshapes traffic and use cases. On 15 October 2026, UBB | Ultra-Broadband Forum 2026 takes place in Vienna and gathers operators, vendors and industry alliances focused on ultra-broadband networks.
Practical information and venue
The event occurs on 15 October 2026 at Messe Wien and runs alongside Network X activities. Registration pathways include operator and VIP passes aligned with the forum access rules.
Sectors and exhibitor profile
UBBF brings together global carriers, equipment vendors for optical transport and access, systems integrators and standards bodies. The exhibition features technology suppliers presenting fiber and IP transport solutions as well as AI-oriented offerings for network performance and monetization.
Program highlights
The forum theme for 2026 is Agentic UBB, Beyond Connectivity. The program features keynotes, technical summits and industry forums covering topics such as all-optical networks, intelligent IP and optical transport innovation. Exhibition space exceeds 1,000 m² with over 20 commercial demonstrations and more than 30 business success stories showcased, according to the event agenda.
Specific formats include industry summits on All-Optical systems, Net5.5G and NGON forums, plus operator user group sessions and dedicated summit tracks for transport and access innovation. Content mixes strategic operator sessions with hands-on demos relevant to commercial deployment.
B2B prospecting and networking tactics
For teams attending UBB | Ultra-Broadband Forum 2026 with a commercial mandate, focus outreach on network operators and decision makers for access and transport. Schedule one-to-one meetings through the Network X app and prepare short, outcome-oriented materials that communicate deployment timelines and business impact.
Three practical assets to bring to meetings
- A concise ROI sheet showing operational savings or incremental revenue per site.
- A minimum viable demo or test plan deployable within 90 days.
- Clear options for commercial engagement with decision checkpoints.
When engaging on the show floor prioritize technical interoperability and phased deployment options. Operators value concrete timelines and technical exit criteria more than broad marketing claims.
Key figures
The forum advertises an exhibition area of over 1,000 m², more than 20 commercial demos and upwards of 30 documented business success stories, as published in the program materials.
Final note and official link
UBB | Ultra-Broadband Forum 2026 frames the industry conversation on how networks will support AI-driven services and where operators can capture new revenue streams. Plan meetings in advance and align demos to operational use cases. Details on passes, exhibitor lists and the full agenda are available at https://networkxevent.com/ubbf-at-network-x/.
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Registration and tickets on the official website: networkxevent.com
