Finland's Fiber Future: Telia and Brookfield Secure Valokuitunen Leadership
March 5, 2026, 4:28 pm
Finland's fiber landscape transforms. CapMan Infra divests its 60% stake in Valokuitunen, a top FTTH provider. Telia increases its ownership to 49%, bolstering its core strategy. Brookfield Infrastructure acquires a 51% majority share, expanding its digital assets. This significant deal reinforces Valokuitunen's market leadership. It drives further high-speed fiber rollout across Finland. The move signals a robust future for Nordic digital infrastructure and connectivity.
Finland’s digital infrastructure experiences a seismic shift. CapMan Infra sells its controlling stake in Valokuitunen. This company stands as Finland's premier fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network. The buyers are significant players. Telia increases its ownership. Brookfield Infrastructure acquires a majority share. This transaction reshapes the country's high-speed internet future. It underscores a growing global appetite for essential digital assets.
Valokuitunen launched in April 2020. CapMan Nordic Infrastructure I (CMNI I) and Telia established it. Their goal was clear: accelerate FTTH deployment across Finland. The company rapidly expanded. It became the leading independent FTTH network builder. It now owns extensive passive fiber networks. Valokuitunen offers reliable, high-speed fiber access. It serves households nationwide.
The company operates an open-access network model. This model allows multiple service providers to offer services. It fosters competition. It benefits consumers. Valokuitunen’s network reach is impressive. It covers over 400,000 households. More than 100 municipalities benefit. The company built a nationwide fiber network. It achieved market leadership in just a few years. Starting with 20,000 households, its growth has been exponential.
CapMan Infra guided Valokuitunen's journey. During its ownership, significant progress occurred. Operational capabilities strengthened. The company established industry-leading construction agreements. Sales agreements also improved. Customer experience became a priority. A high-quality open access platform emerged. The brand became a market leader. These actions fueled strong financial performance. Valokuitunen became a key enabler. It now supports Finland’s long-term digital infrastructure development.
The new ownership structure is clear. CapMan Infra divests its full 60 percent stake. Telia boosts its share. Its previous holding was 40 percent. Telia now owns 49 percent of Valokuitunen. Brookfield Infrastructure takes the remaining 51 percent. This makes Brookfield the new majority owner. Brookfield’s mid-market infrastructure strategy, BISS, executes the acquisition.
Telia's increased ownership aligns with its core strategy. The company focuses on connectivity. Communications services are its business. It operates across the Nordic and Baltic regions. Telia aims to offer converged, high-quality services. This investment supports that goal. It shows a long-term commitment. Telia wants to elevate Finland’s digital infrastructure. It views this as world-class. Telia will remain both an operator and a service provider. Its services will run on Valokuitunen’s network.
Brookfield's investment expands its digital infrastructure portfolio. It also strengthens an existing partnership. Telia and Brookfield share a history. They formed a strategic alliance in 2021. This partnership created Telia Towers AB. Telia holds 51 percent of Telia Towers. Brookfield owns 49 percent. This entity manages Telia’s tower assets. These are located in Sweden, Finland, and Norway. The Valokuitunen deal consolidates this relationship. It builds on past successes. Brookfield recognizes Valokuitunen's strong market position. It notes the high-quality network. It values the open-access model. It acknowledges the experienced management team.
The transaction highlights market confidence. Investors see robust opportunities. Finland’s fiber sector offers growth. This move ensures continued network expansion. It guarantees high-quality fiber access. Demand for reliable, fast internet remains high. Fiber-optic networks are crucial. They support modern economies. They enable remote work. They power digital education. They facilitate entertainment.
CapMan Infra's exit marks a successful investment cycle. They built a strong foundation. They partnered strategically with Telia. They enabled Valokuitunen's rise. The company grew to market leader status. Its next phase of growth begins now. Brookfield and Telia provide new impetus. They offer deep industry knowledge. They bring significant financial backing. This positions Valokuitunen well.
The transaction completion is anticipated. It should finalize during the second quarter of 2026. Telia's increased ownership cost approximately EUR 30 million. This deal solidifies Finland's position. The nation aims for top-tier digital connectivity. Valokuitunen's role is central to this ambition. The new ownership structure promises accelerated development. It ensures sustained innovation. Finland's households and businesses will benefit. They gain faster, more reliable internet access. The digital future in Finland looks brighter than ever.
Finland’s digital infrastructure experiences a seismic shift. CapMan Infra sells its controlling stake in Valokuitunen. This company stands as Finland's premier fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network. The buyers are significant players. Telia increases its ownership. Brookfield Infrastructure acquires a majority share. This transaction reshapes the country's high-speed internet future. It underscores a growing global appetite for essential digital assets.
Valokuitunen launched in April 2020. CapMan Nordic Infrastructure I (CMNI I) and Telia established it. Their goal was clear: accelerate FTTH deployment across Finland. The company rapidly expanded. It became the leading independent FTTH network builder. It now owns extensive passive fiber networks. Valokuitunen offers reliable, high-speed fiber access. It serves households nationwide.
The company operates an open-access network model. This model allows multiple service providers to offer services. It fosters competition. It benefits consumers. Valokuitunen’s network reach is impressive. It covers over 400,000 households. More than 100 municipalities benefit. The company built a nationwide fiber network. It achieved market leadership in just a few years. Starting with 20,000 households, its growth has been exponential.
CapMan Infra guided Valokuitunen's journey. During its ownership, significant progress occurred. Operational capabilities strengthened. The company established industry-leading construction agreements. Sales agreements also improved. Customer experience became a priority. A high-quality open access platform emerged. The brand became a market leader. These actions fueled strong financial performance. Valokuitunen became a key enabler. It now supports Finland’s long-term digital infrastructure development.
The new ownership structure is clear. CapMan Infra divests its full 60 percent stake. Telia boosts its share. Its previous holding was 40 percent. Telia now owns 49 percent of Valokuitunen. Brookfield Infrastructure takes the remaining 51 percent. This makes Brookfield the new majority owner. Brookfield’s mid-market infrastructure strategy, BISS, executes the acquisition.
Telia's increased ownership aligns with its core strategy. The company focuses on connectivity. Communications services are its business. It operates across the Nordic and Baltic regions. Telia aims to offer converged, high-quality services. This investment supports that goal. It shows a long-term commitment. Telia wants to elevate Finland’s digital infrastructure. It views this as world-class. Telia will remain both an operator and a service provider. Its services will run on Valokuitunen’s network.
Brookfield's investment expands its digital infrastructure portfolio. It also strengthens an existing partnership. Telia and Brookfield share a history. They formed a strategic alliance in 2021. This partnership created Telia Towers AB. Telia holds 51 percent of Telia Towers. Brookfield owns 49 percent. This entity manages Telia’s tower assets. These are located in Sweden, Finland, and Norway. The Valokuitunen deal consolidates this relationship. It builds on past successes. Brookfield recognizes Valokuitunen's strong market position. It notes the high-quality network. It values the open-access model. It acknowledges the experienced management team.
The transaction highlights market confidence. Investors see robust opportunities. Finland’s fiber sector offers growth. This move ensures continued network expansion. It guarantees high-quality fiber access. Demand for reliable, fast internet remains high. Fiber-optic networks are crucial. They support modern economies. They enable remote work. They power digital education. They facilitate entertainment.
CapMan Infra's exit marks a successful investment cycle. They built a strong foundation. They partnered strategically with Telia. They enabled Valokuitunen's rise. The company grew to market leader status. Its next phase of growth begins now. Brookfield and Telia provide new impetus. They offer deep industry knowledge. They bring significant financial backing. This positions Valokuitunen well.
The transaction completion is anticipated. It should finalize during the second quarter of 2026. Telia's increased ownership cost approximately EUR 30 million. This deal solidifies Finland's position. The nation aims for top-tier digital connectivity. Valokuitunen's role is central to this ambition. The new ownership structure promises accelerated development. It ensures sustained innovation. Finland's households and businesses will benefit. They gain faster, more reliable internet access. The digital future in Finland looks brighter than ever.