The fast-growing market for triple play and converging media in France is supported by one of the most vibrant broadband markets in Europe. The country has the third largest broadband subscriber base in Europe, a comprehensive DSL infrastructure and a consolidated cable platform able to invest in network upgrades and compete with DSL for delivering high-bandwidth content and services. France also has one of Europe’s largest fibre-optic footprints, a valuable precursor to consumer take-up of triple play and IPTV. Significant progress has also been made in France’s digital terrestrial TV sector. This report reviews France’s triple play and digital TV sectors in 2008, including services such as VoD and IPTV and developments in digital, cable and satellite TV. It also examines the latest regulatory measures relating to digital convergence and applications.
