1&1 and OXG seal long-term partnership agreement after years of collaboration
In a significant move towards improving digital infrastructure in Germany, 1&1 and OXG Fiber Optics GmbH have announced a long-term partnership on August 7, 2025. This strategic alliance aims to connect millions of households to fiber optic networks, starting with over 3 million households from Q1 2026.
Stefan Rüter, Managing Director of OXG, welcomed 1&1 as a strategic wholesale partner, viewing it as a strong signal for the entire industry. Ralph Dommermuth, CEO of 1&1, shared similar sentiments, stating that the cooperation with OXG is an important step towards improving digital infrastructure in Germany.
The partnership leverages OXG's network deployment capabilities combined with 1&1's customer base and market reach to scale up fiber optic availability across Germany efficiently. The target is to reach at least two million households with fiber optic connections by 2026, with further expansion planned beyond that target.
OXG has been driving the fiber optic expansion in Germany since 2023, with over 35 cities already benefiting from private and free-of-charge fiber optic expansion. With this partnership, 1&1, a nationwide provider, will utilize the regional fiber optic networks of OXG.
The local fiber optic networks of OXG will be connected to the nationwide transport network of 1&1, primarily focusing on urban areas and metropolitan regions. Both companies plan to connect further areas to the nationwide transport network of 1&1, with the potential for OXG's fiber optic network to reach up to seven million households.
Interested citizens can learn about 1&1 fiber optic products and their availability at their location on the company's website or through telephone consultation. The document regarding this agreement can be found at this link: 202508_PressRelease_OXG_1&1.pdf (175 kB). The title of the press release is "Growth in Fiber Optic Offerings Continues: 1&1 and OXG Sign Long-Term Cooperation Agreement".
This partnership marks an important step in accelerating fiber rollout to improve broadband infrastructure significantly. While specific figures beyond 2026 or additional expanded targets have not been disclosed, both companies are making an important contribution to providing more households with future-proof fiber optic connections based on state-of-the-art technology. The press release was published by OXG Fiber Optics GmbH.
The strategic alliance between 1&1 and OXG Fiber Optics GmbH, announced on August 7, 2025, aims to enhance digital infrastructure in Germany by leveraging technology, particularly fiber optics. This cooperation is a significant step towards providing future-proof fiber optic connections to households, with plans to reach at least two million households by 2026, and potential expansion beyond that target.
