Worldwide broadband subscriptions to double by 2010

RNCOS: By the end of 2005, Russia‘s Internet user base was one of the largest and about 6mn internet users took advantage of broadband access at home or work. At present, more than 52% of the total Russian Internet users employ broadband. In Russia, 207mn new broadband connections were availed in 2005 alone and by 2010, broadband subscriptions are likely to reach 415mn.

By the year 2010, globally, broadband revenue is likely to reach US$124bn, with 62 % of households using the internet for telephonic conversations. In the US alone, subscriber size will grow from 10.3mn in 2006 to 44mn by 2010.

A comprehensive analysis of the Russian broadband sector. From 2000 to 2005, worldwide, the number of broadband users grew at a CAGR of 21%. During the fourth quarter of 2005, the total of broadband lines stood at 211mn, an increase of 39% from the same period in 2004. In 2005, Middle East and Africa (MEA) and Eastern Europe emerged as the two fastest growing regions, contributing 97% and 93% respectively. Russian Broadband Market Forecast (2005-2012) Publ 20060629