Significant Growth of Passive Optical Networks in Data Centers
Revenue from Passive Optical Network (PON) equipment for data centers is projected to increase by 844% this year, reaching over $3 billion in investments between 2026 and 2030. This shift signifies a transition towards more efficient and cost-effective fiber infrastructure in both hyperscale and enterprise applications.
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Passive Optical Networks (PON) are gaining traction in data centers, with Dell'Oro Group forecasting an 844% revenue increase for PON equipment this year. The technology, historically linked to residential broadband, is now being integrated into data centers, particularly for out-of-band networks and infrastructure management.
PON utilizes a point-to-multipoint architecture that reduces both cabling and active network equipment needs. Investments in PON for data centers are expected to exceed $3 billion from 2026 to 2030, attracting hyperscalers, neocloud operators, and colocation providers.
Additionally, Passive Optical LAN (POL) is emerging in enterprise networks, driven by higher speeds and lower long-term operational costs. Meanwhile, the traditional PON market continues to expand in China, where operators are deploying millions of fiber-to-the-room units.
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