Slovenia, a Central European nation, has a diverse geographical layout with Alpine mountains, Mediterranean coastline, and Pannonian plains, spread across 20,273 square kilometres. The population of approximately 2.1 million people is distributed rather evenly, with a higher concentration in the capital city, Ljubljana. Slovenia is notable for its advanced infrastructure and commitment to digitalisation, being ranked as one of Europe's most advanced nations in terms of broadband network coverage, providing fibre to the premises (FTTP) for more than 70% of households. A major innovation is the Smart Villages initiative aimed at ensuring equal digital opportunities for rural areas. In terms of energy, Slovenia is focussed on renewables, primarily hydroelectric and solar power, however coal and nuclear still play an important role. Slovenia's information and communications technology (ICT) sector is robust and growing, with strong emphasis on computer services, software development, and electronics.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 3 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Telekom Slovenije is a telecommunications company based in Slovenia, with its headquarters in Ljubljana. The company was founded in 1994 when PTT Slovenija separated postal and telecommunication activities, transferring all telecommunication infrastructure to the newly established Telekom Slovenije. The Slovenian state, which initially held a significant stake in the company, announced its intention to sell its 73 percent stake in Telekom Slovenije in 2013.