YOFC Tower and Fibre Summit in Barcelona Showcases Cutting-Edge Fibre Optic Innovations
Barcelona, Spain, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The recent Tower and Fibre Summit, sponsored by Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company (YOFC), held at the Barcelona International Convention Centre on March 6, 2025, featured a keynote address by YOFC’s Senior Vice President, Jan Bongaerts. The event focused on the theme “Leading a New Future with Fibre,” highlighting YOFC’s commitment to revolutionizing digital infrastructure in the AI era and expanding fibre connectivity globally.
In his address, Jan Bongaerts emphasized the exponential growth in global data traffic driven by AI technology integration across various industries. He pointed out the increasing demand for higher network transmission rates, capacity, and lower latency due to applications like generative AI, ultra-high-definition videos, autonomous driving, and the industrial internet. YOFC introduced next-generation fibre optic cable solutions designed to meet these demands, supporting the development of global digital infrastructure.
One of the key innovations showcased at the summit was the G.654.E fibre, known for its ultra-low attenuation and large effective area, enhancing the performance and reach of ultra-high-speed transmission systems. YOFC’s mastery of mass production technology for this fibre has positioned the company as a leader in the market, with significant deployments in infrastructure projects for major operators worldwide.
Addressing the need for high-speed interconnections in AI computing centers, YOFC unveiled its OM4/OM5 high-end multimode fibre, catering to data center transmission upgrades to 400G/800G and beyond. The company’s digital and intelligent manufacturing platform enables large-scale production of these high-quality fibres, reinforcing its global leadership position.
YOFC’s multi-core fibre, integrating multiple independent cores within a single fibre, significantly boosts transmission capacity in single-fibre communication systems, offering a promising solution to capacity challenges in future optical communication systems. Additionally, the company’s expertise in mass manufacturing of hollow-core fibre, with near-zero latency and transmission speed approaching the speed of light, positions YOFC as a frontrunner in delivering premium products for commercial applications.
As AI and digital technologies continue to advance rapidly, YOFC remains dedicated to innovation and collaboration with global leaders to develop a more efficient and sustainable optical communication network. By laying a new groundwork for AI and driving progress in global digital transformation, YOFC aims to shape the future of communication technology.
In conclusion, the YOFC Tower and Fibre Summit in Barcelona showcased cutting-edge fibre optic innovations that are set to revolutionize the digital infrastructure landscape. With a focus on enhancing performance, capacity, and connectivity, YOFC’s advancements in fibre technology are paving the way for a more efficient and inclusive optical communication network. As the company continues to drive innovation and collaboration in the industry, the future of AI and digital transformation looks promising. Source: YOFC.
