5-7 October 2027 | VIECON, Vienna, Austria
Thank You Network X 2026 | Where Telcos, AI & Networks Converge
Thank you to our attendees, speakers, sponsors, VIPs and partners who joined us in Vienna to benchmark network strategy, and explore where AI, data centres and network convergence are creating new opportunities for growth.
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SEE WHAT HAPPENED AT NETWORK X 2026
2026 SPEAKERS
Network X 2026 welcomed the industry’s most influential leaders onto the stage to share their vision for the future of connectivity. Our audience heard directly from C-suite executives and senior decision-makers from leading operators as they explored the strategies, investments and innovations driving industry transformation. From AI-native networks and infrastructure modernisation to new monetisation opportunities, convergence and digital growth, Network X speakers devliered insights into insights shaping tomorrow’s telecom landscape.
Meet the Telecom Leaders who joined us in Vienna
Confirmed attendees included:
WHY MADE NETWORK X 2026 SPECIAL
NETWORK X DELIVERED THREE DAYS OF INDUSTRY CONNECTION, STRATEGIC CONVERSATION AND TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION
Headliners
Keynote Insights on Disruptive Technologies
Our Headliners stage offered the latest on AI, Gen AI, NTNs, Sovereignty, 6G, M&A and more from telecom's C-suite. . Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and fireside chats, industry leaders addressed the sector's most pressing questions—revealing how emerging technologies will boost network performance and unlock new monetisation opportunities.
Conference
Use-Case-Driven Content Across Six Core Themes
Attendees were able to navigate technology decision-making through focused tracks spanning fibre, mobile networks and services, Wi-Fi, Optical & IP, and data centres. Network X offers you the opportunity to focus on the areas most relevant to your strategy, improve network performance, and unlock new revenue streams through content designed for operators and decision-makers.
Exhibition
150+ Industry-Leading Vendors
Attendees were invited to experience first-hand the latest products and solutions from major vendors including Qualcomm, Ciena, Nokia, Huawei, TCL, and Heights Telecom. Exploring live product demonstrations, engaging directly with suppliers on their stands, and discovering the benefits and use cases that address network challenges.
Networking
From First Introductions to Lasting Partnerships
From the Network X app to dedicated meeting spaces, lounges, and show floor drinks, there were plenty of opportunities for pre-arranged meetings and spontaneous networking.
Network X Party
An Unforgettable Evening Under the Big Top
The Mirage provided the perfect location for attendees to enjoy the Network X Party 2026. This circus-themed celebration bought the telecommunications community together for an evening of entertainment, exceptional food and drinks, and unparalleled networking.
Network X Awards
Celebrating Excellence in Telecom Innovation
Recognising the industry's most impactful achievements at the Network X Awards 2026 - this premium evening took place at Vienna's stunning Museum of Applied Arts (MAK).
Wireless Global Congress EMEA
The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) was co-located with Network X for the fourth year running to bring attendees the Wireless Global Congress EMEA, the largest Wi-Fi technology event.
Broadband Development Congress
The Broadband Development Congress 2026 returned as the premier annual event of the World Broadband Association (WBBA), bringing together the global telecommunications community for an unmissable gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and WBBA members.
Media & Event Partners
NETWORK X 2026 AGENDA
The Network X conference delivered the telco operator insights that matter: proven ROI strategies, real deployment benchmarks, and peer-to-peer intelligence you can't get anywhere else. Cut through vendor hype to discover what's actually working—and what's not—as operators transform network investments into competitive advantage.
Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and fireside chats, industry leaders address the sector's most pressing questions—revealing how emerging technologies will boost network performance and unlock new monetisation opportunities.
Monetise infrastructure and capitalise on new connectivity demand.
Turn home connectivity into better services and new revenue.
Understand the infrastructure requirements created by AI.
Optimise investment and prepare networks for what's next.
Explore monetisation opportunities across FWA, APIs, NTN and more.
Meet rapidly increasing bandwidth requirements while controlling network cost.
Network X Content Hub
Telco Talks with Jan Hruška, CTO, O2 Czech Republic
What is the single biggest challenge in scaling network slicing commercially?
Telco Talks with Conal Henry, Founder & Chair at Fibrus
The fibre industry's biggest untapped revenue opportunity?
Telco Talks with Terje Jenson, SVP, Global Business Security Officer at Telenor
Beyond Detection Speed: The Real Business Value of AI-Driven Security
E-Book: Your Strategic Gateway to Europe's Telecommunications Future
Discover how you can capitalise on Austria's digital revolution to expand your influence across three critical regions, Western Europe, Central Europe, Eastern Europe.
2026 Delegate Brochure
Discover why Network X is where Europe's connectivity community comes together to shape the future of telecommunications.
Contact
For Speaking Opportunities
Christopher Lycett
Christopher.Lycett@informa.com
For Sponsorship & Exhibiting Opportunities
Owen Lochner
Owen.Lochner@informa.com
Marketing, Registration & Press
Freya Smale
Freya.Smale@informa.com