# Italian broadband infrastructure expansion > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-broadband-infrastructure-expansion > Updated: 2026-09-23T14:38:03.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Italy is implementing various infrastructure projects to expand high-speed connectivity and bridge the digital divide in underserved or remote regions. In Vizzini, Open Fiber has expanded its Fiber to the Home (FTTH) network, covering over 8 kilometers and reaching more than 800 properties. This expansion, supported by the ‘Italia a 1 Giga’ and ‘Banda ultra larga’ plans, is intended to facilitate telemedicine services by enabling real-time data transmission and digital consultations. In the Lombardy region, a technological experiment is underway to provide digital services to mountainous and remote areas. This initiative integrates satellite, fiber optic, and wireless technologies to reach locations where traditional terrestrial networks are difficult to install. Additionally, FiberCop has commenced FTTH installations in Mandello del Lario to replace existing fiber-to-the-cabinet connections with direct fiber-to-building links. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-23: Lombardia implements hybrid satellite and fiber network for remote areas Lombardia is testing a hybrid satellite, fiber, and wireless network to connect remote areas, while FiberCop begins FTTH fiber optic installations in Mandello del Lario to boost broadband speeds. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lombardia-implements-hybrid-satellite-and-fiber-network-for-remote-areas ### 2026-09-21: Open Fiber expands FTTH network in Vizzini to enable telemedicine Open Fiber has deployed FTTH fiber optic infrastructure in Vizzini, Italy, to support telemedicine services and improve healthcare access in remote areas through high-speed connectivity. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/open-fiber-expands-ftth-network-in-vizzini-to-enable-telemedicine --- Cite as: Italian broadband infrastructure expansion. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/italian-broadband-infrastructure-expansion