Ralf Gresselmeyer
CEO
GG
GlasfaserPlus GmbH
10/10Traction
The startup develops a fiber-optic network for telecommunication services across Germany, focusing on fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) connections under an open-access model. This approach enables clients to enhance their network infrastructure and improve broadband access for end-users.
- Clean Technology
- Software Only
- Telecommunications
Updated 5 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
$2MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Funding rounds are not available yet.
Founders
Thomas Müller
CTO
Product
Problem
Many rural areas in Germany lack access to high-speed internet, hindering digital inclusion and economic development. Existing copper-based infrastructure struggles to meet the increasing bandwidth demands of modern applications and services. This digital divide limits opportunities for residents and businesses in these underserved regions.
Solution
GlasfaserPlus is deploying a fiber-optic network to provide fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) connections in rural Germany, aiming to bridge the digital divide. As an open-access provider, GlasfaserPlus allows multiple internet service providers (ISPs) to offer services over its network, promoting competition and choice for consumers. By focusing on underserved areas, the company aims to deliver reliable, high-speed internet access to households and businesses, enabling digital participation and economic growth. The network utilizes advanced technologies to support bandwidths of up to 1.000 Mbit/s, ensuring future-proof connectivity for its users. GlasfaserPlus collaborates with municipalities and leverages existing infrastructure to expedite deployment and minimize disruption.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes households and businesses in rural communities across Germany that currently lack access to high-speed internet services. GlasfaserPlus also targets municipalities seeking to improve digital infrastructure and attract investment.
Features
- Open-access FTTH network allowing multiple ISPs to offer services
- Focus on deploying in underserved rural areas
- Gigabit-capable network supporting bandwidths up to 1.000 Mbit/s
- Utilizes advanced fiber-optic technology for reliable, high-speed connectivity
- Collaborates with municipalities to streamline deployment
- Leverages existing infrastructure to minimize disruption
- Offers both aerial and underground deployment options
- Provides end-to-end fiber connections directly to homes