A Milan court has dismissed a request for precautionary measures filed by Telecom Italia (TIM) against FiberCop, the KKR-backed operator seeking to revise tariffs for access to Italy's primary fixed-line telecommunications network.
The decision removes a legal hurdle that TIM had hoped would delay the implementation of new access charges, allowing FiberCop to proceed with its pricing strategy for utilizing the incumbent's copper and fiber infrastructure.
The ruling marks a significant escalation in the ongoing commercial dispute between the two operators.
FiberCop, which has been aggressively expanding its fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) footprint, relies on TIM's existing network for last-mile connectivity in many areas.
By rejecting TIM's attempt to freeze the status quo, the court effectively validates FiberCop's position that the current tariff structure is unsustainable for its growth model.
This development is likely to weigh on TIM's revenue projections, as higher access costs for competitors could accelerate the erosion of its traditional voice and broadband subscriber base.