Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Türkiye (Turkey) is a diverse geographic region characterised by plateaus, mountains, and coastal plains, which present unique challenges and opportunities in the area of technology and telecommunications. Istanbul, Türkiye's largest city, and Ankara, its capital, are major urban centres and the hub of technological advancement, with other significant populations distributed across cities like Izmir and Bursa. In terms of infrastructure, Türkiye exhibits a mix of mature and developing sectors. The telecommunications industry is relatively mature, with a high mobile penetration rate and expanding 4G-5G networks, however, rural areas sometimes face connectivity challenges due to challenging terrain. The technology sector is growing, characterised by start-ups and innovations in the digital space, supported by the government's focus on digital transformation. The renewables sector, although still in its infancy, is gaining momentum with significant investments in wind and solar energy.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 3 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Turkcell İletişim Hizmetleri A.Ş., commonly known as Turkcell, is the foremost mobile phone operator based in Istanbul, Turkey. The company was established and began its operations in Turkey, where it has since maintained a significant presence in the telecommunications sector. The largest shareholder of Turkcell is the Turkey Wealth Fund, holding a 26.2% ownership stake in the company. Mobile communication in Turkey began when Turkcell commenced operations in February 1994. Turkcell then signed a 25-year GSM license contract with the Ministry of Transportation on April 27, 1998.
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Vodafone Turkey, officially known as Vodafone Telekomünikasyon Anonim Şirketi, is a Turkish mobile telecommunications company. It was established following the incorporation of Telsim, a company originally founded by the Uzan Group, into the Vodafone Group on 28 December 2005. The company transitioned from the Telsim brand to Vodafone Turkey on 24 May 2006. Vodafone Group, a leading global mobile communication company in terms of revenue, is the principal owner of Vodafone Turkey.