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CIPRE 2025 – Join us in Brindisi!

The EUTC is proud to be a executive sponsor of the Critical Infrastructure Protection & Resilience Europe (CIPRE) 2025 conference, taking place in Brindisi, Italy, from October 14 to 16, 2025.

Organized as part of “CIP Week in Europe” and co-located with TIEMS – The International Emergency Management Society, CIPRE 2025 is a leading event bringing together critical infrastructure operators, policy-makers, and resilience professionals to tackle today’s most pressing infrastructure protection and continuity challenges.

EUTC’s Technology Advisor on Secure Communications for Critical Infrastructure

We’re delighted to announce that Adrian Grilli, Technology Advisor to EUTC, will be among the featured speakers at CIPRE 2025. Adrian will share key insights during his session titled: “Secure and Resilient Communications for Critical Energy Infrastructure: Lessons from Europe’s Utilities”

In his talk, Adrian will explore:

  • The evolving role of private telecommunications networks in supporting energy transition and resilience goals.
  • How utility telecoms can meet the increasing demands of grid digitalization, NIS2 compliance, and cross-border coordination.
  • Best practices from EUTC members on deploying secure, high-availability communications systems under growing threat landscapes.
  • The importance of collaborative frameworks to enhance response capabilities during physical and cyber disruptions.

This is a must-attend session for any stakeholder involved in energy communications, infrastructure resilience, or utility cybersecurity strategy.

Commercial Opportunities for EUTC Partners

Are you interested in showcasing your technology, services, or solutions at one of Europe’s premier infrastructure resilience events?

Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities at CIPRE 2025 are now available. If your company is interested in increasing visibility within the critical infrastructure and utilities sector, please contact the organisers for further details.

Exclusive EUTC Discount

As a supporting organization, EUTC is pleased to offer an exclusive discount code to attend CIPRE 2025. To access your special rate, visit https://www.cipre-expo.com/buy-tickets/ and use the code ‘EUTC25’ to benefit.

Enlit Europe 2025 – Come visit our stand 5.E92!

European Utilities Telecom Council (EUTC) is pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at Enlit Europe 2025, at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (Azkue Kalea, 1, 48902 Barakaldo, Bizkaia) from November 18 to 20, 2025.

As the leading voice of the utility telecommunications sector in Europe, EUTC is excited to engage with stakeholders from across the energy value chain and showcase the critical role of secure and resilient communications in enabling the energy transition.

Visit us at our stand 5.E92 (Hall 5), where we will be sharing insights on regulatory developments, technology trends, and the importance of mission-critical connectivity for Europe’s utilities. Don’t miss the opportunity of meeting and engaging with our experts!

In addition to our exhibition presence, EUTC will also take part in several presentations and a panel discussion, contributing thought leadership on the future of utility communications. While full details will be announced closer to the event, we are looking forward to engaging in meaningful dialogue and sharing our vision for resilient and future-ready energy networks.

We look forward to connecting with our members, partners, and the wider Enlit community to advance collaboration and innovation in utility telecommunications.

¡Os vemos en Bilbao!

EUTC 2025 Annual Event

The EUTC is thrilled to announce its 2025 Annual Event, a premier gathering of industry leaders and experts set to explore the most pressing topics in energy and telecommunications. Mark your calendars for November 4 and 5, 2025, and join us at the Hotel NH Brussels Grand Sablon (Rue Bodenbroek 2, 1000 Brussels, Belgium), for two days of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and cutting-edge innovations.

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Key themes and highlights

This year’s event will embrace the conversation on a variety of topics, including:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its Impact
  • Resilience and Crisis Management
  • Standard, Regulation, and Spectrum Policy
  • Cybersecurity and Threat Mitigation
  • Future of Utilities and Grid Evolution
  • Emerging Technologies in Telecoms
  • European Sovereignty and Grid Autonomy

In addition to the main conference, attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to participate in a special session at the European Parliament, where high-level discussions will shape the future of the industry. Stay tuned for more details!

Why attend?

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • Gain insights from top industry professionals and thought leaders
  • Stay ahead of emerging trends and technological advancements
  • Expand your professional network with key stakeholders and decision-makers
  • Engage in meaningful discussions that will influence the future of the sector

How to get involved

Are you interested in contributing to the conference’s content and showcasing your expertise? Secure a speaking slot and gain visibility within the EUTC network! Reach out to us at communications@eutc.org to book your place on the agenda.

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Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of energy and telecommunications. Register now and join the movement!

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Mobile World Congress 2025

The Critical Role of Private Networks in Mission-Critical Services

At MWC 2025, the premier global event for mobile technology and services, Ericsson hosted an exclusive session on the importance of Private Networks for mission-critical services. As part of the discussion, EUTC affiliate members, including Southern Linc and EDF, shared their insights on the unique role these networks play and how 3GPP standardization continues to shape their evolution.

Southern Linc, an early adopter of the 3GPP 4G ecosystem, highlighted its extensive experience in deploying mission-critical Private Networks. Their real-world track record demonstrated the unmatched resilience and reliability of purpose-built networks, engineered to withstand extreme external challenges, such as severe weather events. Beyond technology, the discussion underscored the importance of tailored operational capabilities, including tactical and mobile infrastructure that is strategically prepositioned to ensure uninterrupted service.

EDF shared its strong track record in research and innovation within the telecommunications domain, playing a key role in identifying the limitations of existing technology ecosystems when applied to utility use cases. By highlighting these gaps, EDF continues to drive both the vendor community and peer utilities toward developing future solutions that better align with the industry’s evolving needs.

Furthermore, EDF emphasized the necessity for utilities to actively participate in standardization efforts, ensuring that energy sector-specific requirements are well-represented in global telecom standards while fostering innovation and strengthening the resilience of mission-critical network

EUTC’s Call for a Coordinated Approach

EUTC continues to advocate for greater global collaboration among utilities, emphasizing the need for better coordination and harmonization of critical resources, particularly in spectrum access and technology standardization.

With the acceleration of the energy transition and the increasing electrification of the economy and society, grids are being reinforced to support higher-capacity energy flows both within and across countries. This shift makes energy resilience and security more critical than ever.

The value proposition of Private Networks is clear—not only in their rapid return on investment but also in their indispensable role in ensuring economic and societal stability. Ultimately, it is European economies and citizens who stand to benefit, with utilities serving as the key enablers of a more connected, reliable, and secure energy future.

EUTC will continue to advocate for policy frameworks that establish common criteria and objectives for “Digital Survivability” risk assessment, ensuring a consistent approach across countries and reinforcing business continuity for digital energy infrastructures. As the energy sector faces evolving challenges, Private Networks—purpose-built for resilience and security—will remain a cornerstone of energy availability and stability.

EUTC urges national governments to develop comprehensive business continuity strategies, recognizing the historic and ongoing contribution of private, dedicated networks in safeguarding mission-critical operations and securing the future of energy infrastructure.

“We extend our sincere congratulations to Ericsson for its pioneering initiatives and invaluable contributions to the open dialogue on enhancing and securing connected Smart Grids. Ericsson’s continuous technological advancements and unwavering commitment to standardization are key to developing the technical capabilities that support this vital transformation. We commend Ericsson for its leadership in driving progress and shaping the future of connected infrastructure.”

EUTC Webinar on Satellites

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EUTC is pleased to announce an exclusive webinar on March 26, from 15:00 to 16:30 CET, where leading industry experts will discuss the current applications, challenges, and future developments of satellite services for utilities.

This session will feature distinguished speakers from UTC, Rivada Space Networks, SpaceX, and the Infrastructure for Resilience, Interconnectivity and Security by Satellite (IRIS²), providing key insights into satellite connectivity, regulatory frameworks, and upcoming technological advancements.

Additionally, EUTC is conducting a survey to gain a deeper understanding of the current member utilities that use satellite service: its signficance and the upcoming challenges. Your feedback will offer a great input on how to shape future iniatives and advocacy efforts.

COMPLETE THE SURVEY ON THE USE OF SATELLITES

DRAFT AGENDA

1.Current and Future Use of Satellites in Utilities | EUTC

2.Non-Terrestrial Networks | UTC NTN Working Group

3.Insights from SpaceX

4.Insights from Rivada Space Networks

5.The European Satellite Framework: IRIS² & EU Policy

Discussion and Q&A Conclusions

For any questions, please contact us at communications@eutc.org

EUTC Webinar: The Power of Flexible and Composable Private Networks

EUTC was proud to announce the webinar “The Power of Flexible and Composable Private Networks”, organised in collaboration with HPE, which was held on September 26, 2024 from 14:30 to 15:30 CET.

Participants joined us for an insightful hybrid webinar session where we explored how to define a composable and evolutive wireless solution with high resiliency objectives. Leveraging the innovative solutions from HPE Aruba Networking, based on technology from Athonet, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise acquisition we delved into the practical aspects of building and maintaining robust private networks. This session also showcased HPE’s unique capabilities, offering a comprehensive understanding of the benefits and real-world applications of these cutting-edgetechnologies

if you weren’t abel to join the webinar, find below the recording of the session!

access HERE THE RECORDING

For any questions, please contact us at communications@eutc.org

Critical Communication World 2024

The European Utilities Telecom Council (EUTC) General Secretary Julian Stafford , and the Chief Technology Officer of EUTC, Jürgen Tusch, attended the Critical Communication World 2024 (Dubai) from May 14 to May 16.

Juergen Tusch joined the panel “Discussing IoT for Critical Communications – Use Cases and Applications ” on May 14, 2024, and moderated the panel “Cyber Securing Utility Telecommunications Critical Infrastructures” on May 16, 2024. This last session was crucial for discussing the protection of critical infrastructure in utility telecommunications.

EUTC Webinar: CER legislation

EUTC was proud to announce the second webinar of the year. The session on Critical Entities Resilience (CER) legislation was held online on June 21, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET.

The online session counted on the presentation of the following experts:

The session was moderated by Sergio Ramos Pinto, Vice-President of EUTC.

CER Legislation is being introduced throughout the EU during 2024 and will place mandatory requirements on many operators of critical national infrastructure – especially regarding the potential for cascade failure of CNI sectors and requirements for increasingly robust and resilient disaster recovery and cyber security plans. Those who joined our lunchtime webinar, heard more about how this new legislation will impact the utility sector and heard from three experts in this field.

WATCH HERE THE RECORDING

For any questions, please contact us at communications@eutc.org

UTCAL Summit 2024

EUTC participated in the Utilities Telecom & Technology Council America Latina (UTCAL) summit 2024 in Rio de Janeiro. Juergen Tusch, EUTC’s  Chief Technology Officer, presented on technology trends for utilities in Europe at the international panel of the conference.

The digital transformation of utilities was a major theme at the conference with 800 delegates, more than 140 speakers and an exhibition area with over 50 exhibitors.

The regulators announcement of 450 MHz to be allocated for utility use in Brazil shows that global exchange between utilities, equipment vendors and industry organizations is a real necessity to share experiences and focus developments on a global scale.