13 - 15 October 2026 | VIECON, Vienna, Austria
Network X | Where Telcos, AI & Networks Converge
Built for telcos. Positioned for impact. Join Europe's telco leaders in Vienna to navigate network modernization - from full fibre rollout and data centre networks, to 5G optimisation and AI transformation - with unmatched access to emerging markets.
TELECOM TRAILBLAZERS: OUR REVERED SPEAKERS
Network X is where the telecom industry’s most influential leaders take the stage to share their vision for the future of connectivity. Hear directly from C-suite executives and senior decision-makers from leading operators as they explore 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 deliver the insights shaping tomorrow’s telecom landscape.
Alejandro Plater
CEO
A1 Group
Christoph Aeschlimann
CEO
Swisscom
Jiří Dvorjančanský
CEO
A1 Austria
Thomas Kicker
CEO
Magenta Austria
Mariusz Gatza
CEO
Orange Slovensko
Rudolf Schrefl
CEO
Drei Austria
Ken Campbell
CEO
Play Poland
Melinda Szabo
CEO
T-Mobile Czech Republic & Slovak Telekom
WHERE NETWORK CONVERGENCE BECOMES OPPORTUNITY
Transform complexity into competitive advantage. Network X unites the telecom ecosystem to address the tensions created by AI, cloud, and sovereignty requirements. Collaborate across domains, align strategic vision with practical solutions, and accelerate the secure, scalable network evolution your business demands.
WHY ATTEND NETWORK X
Your Gateway to Europe's Network Transformation Ecosystem
The era of network convergence demands a unified response. Network X brings together operators, vendors, and innovators to navigate AI, cloud, and sovereignty complexity as one ecosystem. In 2026, we're relocating to Vienna, positioning you at the heart of Europe's most dynamic telecommunications transformation—where Western, Central, and Eastern European markets converge. Connect with decision-makers driving rapid network modernisation, access regions with significant infrastructure investment, and align your strategy alongside industry leaders shaping the future of telecommunications.
Headliners
Keynote Insights on Disruptive Technologies
Discover 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 address 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
Navigate technology decision-making through focused tracks spanning fibre, mobile networks and services, Wi-Fi, Optical & IP, and data centres. 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
Experience first-hand the latest products and solutions from major vendors including Qualcomm, Ciena, Nokia, Huawei, TCL, and Heights Telecom. Explore live product demonstrations, engage directly with suppliers on their stands, and discover the benefits and use cases that address your network challenges.
Networking
From First Introductions to Lasting Partnerships
From the Network X app to dedicated meeting spaces, lounges, and show floor drinks, there are plenty of opportunities for pre-arranged meetings and spontaneous networking.
Network X Party
An Unforgettable Evening Under the Big Top
Join us at The Mirage—just a 5-minute walk from the venue—for the Network X Party 2026. This year's circus-themed celebration brings the telecommunications community together for an evening of entertainment, exceptional food and drinks, and unparalleled networking.
Included with all passes except Expo Pass
Network X Awards
Celebrating Excellence in Telecom Innovation
Recognise the industry's most impactful achievements at the Network X Awards 2026. This premium evening takes place at Vienna's stunning Museum of Applied Arts (MAK), featuring a three-course meal, networking drinks, and entertainment—the pinnacle of industry recognition.
New Audience | Global Perspectives | New Opportunity
Connecting leaders from across the globe.
CONFERENCE STREAMS
The Network X conference delivers 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.
Capitalise on market consolidation and hyperscaler demand by monetising dark fibre and DC interconnects while future-proofing networks through next-generation PON, fibre sensing technologies, and converged services that transform commodity connectivity into differentiated revenue platform
Transform home connectivity from bandwidth delivery to intelligent ecosystems by deploying AI-powered security agents, IoT command centres, and next-generation Wi-Fi standards that unlock new revenue streams through managed services, automated device orchestration, and regulatory-compliant cyber protection for residential and enterprise environments.
Position your network as the strategic infrastructure partner for the AI era through carrier-neutral peering, premium transport services, and AI-powered automation that captures high-margin revenue from latency-sensitive verticals while meeting sovereignty and sustainability mandates.
Extract real commercial value from 5G investments by benchmarking real-world deployments that balance innovation with cost discipline, gaining actionable strategies for transitioning to intelligent, cloud-native infrastructure that reduces complexity and captures revenue opportunities.
Scale 5G monetisation beyond connectivity through operationalised FWA platforms, satellite/NTN integration for service continuity, and Network APIs that transform from technical experiments into revenue drivers—exploring commercial models, ecosystem strategies, and enterprise adoption pathways that unlock sustainable returns.
Defend your position against hyperscaler competition while capturing AI-driven bandwidth revenue through strategic investment decisions in IP-optical convergence, quantum-safe security, and automation that transforms cost-centre networks into scalable revenue platforms.
Simone Nicolini
Network Engineering Coordinator
Fastweb
Get the Big Picture
Meeting with industry leaders, learning about their vision and markets trends to get the big picture. That's Network X
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