Ekinops Posts €30.6M Q2 Revenue on Optical Network Surge
Event summary
- Ekinops reported €30.6M in Q2 2026 revenue, up 11% sequentially and 6% year-over-year.
- Optical Networks segment grew 41% sequentially driven by US and French demand.
- Signed a 10-year framework agreement with Proximus for nationwide Belgian optical network deployment.
- Software & Services ARR reached €15.9M, up 7% since December 2025.
The big picture
Ekinops' strong Q2 performance reflects growing demand for high-capacity optical networks, particularly in North America where federal broadband funding is accelerating deployments. The Proximus agreement positions Ekinops as a key supplier in Europe's next-generation infrastructure buildout, while its cybersecurity acquisitions aim to capture the SASE market transition.
What we're watching
- Optical Network Demand
- Whether the US BEAD program will materialize as expected in coming quarters.
- Cybersecurity Growth
- How quickly Ekinops can scale its 6% cybersecurity revenue share.
- Proximus Deployment
- The pace at which the Belgian network rollout will impact H2 2026 results.
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