The DIHK supports BMDS's objectives to ensure high-quality digital infrastructures for companies nationwide. Fiber-optic connections to buildings and efficient mobile networks are vital for innovation, digital business models, and employee participation in the digital workplace. At the same time, investment barriers must be removed, bureaucratic processes simplified, and digital approval processes standardized. DIHK sees the Telecommunications Act Amendment as an opportunity to create forward-looking, business-friendly conditions for network expansion.
Key Points Briefly
- The amendment to the German Telecommunications Act (TKG) aims to accelerate the rollout of fibre optic and mobile networks.
- Digitisation and simplification of authorisation processes are key priorities.
- Joint use of in-building networks seeks to reduce investment barriers.
- Security and data protection during data sharing must be ensured.
- A one-stop shop and once-only principle aim to reduce administrative burdens.
Background
Fiber-optic and mobile network expansion in Germany is central to companies' digital competitiveness. BMDS has outlined key points for a Telecommunications Act Amendment to accelerate network expansion. Main topics include digitalization of approval processes, simplification of shared use of building-level networks (layer 4), and promotion of investments through legal adjustments. Transparency obligations, data sharing, and security requirements are also addressed.
What Companies Need
- Fiber-optic connections to buildings for company-specific applications.
- Efficient mobile network coverage at company locations.
- Digital, end-to-end approval processes to expedite procedures.
- Transparent rules for shared use of building-level networks.
- Planning certainty for infrastructure expansion, operation, and maintenance.
DIHK Demands
- Unified, digital approval processes through a one-stop-shop mechanism.
- Practical rules for shared use of layer 4 networks considering all stakeholders.
- Secure handling of sensitive infrastructure and construction site data.
- Clear deadlines for approvals and notification procedures.
- Consideration of small and medium-sized enterprises' interests in the migration concept.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the TKG Amendment Act regulate?
It adjusts the Telecommunications Act to accelerate fibre-optic and mobile network expansion, reduce bureaucratic hurdles and strengthen digital approval processes.
What benefits are there for businesses?
Faster network availability, digital approval processes, planning certainty and less bureaucratic effort.
What does the "once-only principle" mean?
Companies only need to submit data once; the information is automatically forwarded to all relevant authorities.
How is the shared use of internal building networks regulated?
The aim is to remove investment barriers and strengthen competition and provider choice freedom, while considering the interests of owners, users and network operators.
What role does digitisation play in approvals?
Digital processes aim to avoid media disruptions, speed up approvals and reduce bottlenecks at authorities.
Download
DIHK statement on the amendment of the Telecommunications Act and improvement of telecommunication regulatory conditions for network expansion (PDF, 121 KB) (only available in German)
- Relevant in topic:
- Innovation
- Key areas:
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- Digitalisierung
Released 12.03.2026
Contact
Dr. Katrin Sobania
Director Department for Information and Communication Technology | E-Government | Postal Services | IT Security