Latest Headlines from Germany – Page 45
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Network & InfrastructureDT lays siege to Vodafone Germany’s cable MOB redoubt
Vodafone just can’t catch a break, with even German stronghold tormented by reinvigorated DT in aggressive housing association fibre overbuild play. Double whammy as new laws tear open cushy supply agreements. Vodafone banks on client ennui to minimise imminent damage. DT dismissive, even derisive, of Vodafone’s defence.
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PeopleEx-Telekom Deutschland CEO takes chair at altnet
Niek Jan van Damme appointed Chairman at NGN Fiber Network to support expansion ambitions under Eurofiber partnership. van Damme the second ex-Deutsche Telekom name to join the altnet this year.
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PremiumTelefónica people moves: Colombian fibre JV names leadership
Telefónica Colombia’s fibre-building joint venture with KKR launches with a familiar top-team. Collaborative initiatives see Group execs take board seats at GSMA and IndesIA. VM O2 continues to make sweeping changes to senior leadership, with former O2 UK execs Bailey and Soto finding new roles elsewhere.
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Network & InfrastructureDT’s fibre JV cleared and gets into planning mode
EC approves proposed GlasfaserPlus JV with no conditions. GlasfaserPlus identifies first 57 communities to be targeted in 2022. DT partner EWE reassures over Glasfaser Nordwest, the Group’s other high-profile fibre JV, which has hit regulatory roadblocks.
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PremiumO2 Germany starts small cell open RAN rollout
Two minicells activated in Munich; more to follow. Deployment intended as “model project” that can be replicated in other cities. Initial aim is to complement macro 4G network with extra capacity; 5G open RAN minicells in pipeline.
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PremiumHaas wants extension of spectrum usage rights
O2 Germany CEO says BNetZA must “promptly” extend duration of 800MHz, 1,800MHz, and 2.6GHz licence concession beyond 2025. Deems nationwide 5G coverage “achievable” by 2025 at the latest, but calls for less bureaucracy to speed up expansion.
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Financial & PerformanceVodafone’s Q3 deciphered: glad-handing activists; German misfire; IoT, Africa fintech blossom
Management seeks to seize back agenda amid growing City pressure for urgency on asset sales. CEO Nick Read assures Group will be “proactive” in finding returns-focused deals. German user experience misstep takes gloss off solid set of numbers. Price rises planned across Europe, in response to rising costs.
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PremiumElsewhere in Telekom Deutschland: “sustainable” product portfolio launched
TDE signs connectivity partnerships with Biotronik, Kummert, and NetSfere; sustainability awareness campaign adds suite of consumer services.
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PremiumTDE launches text-based emergency calls app
Patented nora becomes “official” emergency calls app for German federal states.
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PremiumNew 5G campus network deal for German refinery
5G campus network in Schwedt using 2.1GHz frequency band. ‘Dual-slice’ 5G campus network at Hanover trade fair is close to completion. TDE still in running for future BASF campus deals.
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PremiumTDE builds up contact centre services suite
German NatCo signs deal with DT investment Aircall to deliver cloud-based voice solution to SMEs. DTGB Iberia partners Talkdesk for contact centre tools and expertise for Spanish customers.
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Strategy & ChangeVodafone Germany strategic shift forces exec changes
Dimitrova handed Strategy & Transformation remit, with Velthuis brought in to lead Finance. Exiting CTO Mack will not be replaced as OpCo mirrors Group’s split-structure TechCo vision. CEO Ametsreiter seeks transformation focus with fresh-faced executive team.
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Products & ServicesDT closes cloud gaming play after less than two years
MagentaGaming closing due to poor take-up. Streaming partner RemoteMyApp acquired by Intel. Service was not available on Apple iOS mobile devices.
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Partnerships & AlliancesEWE ‘committed’ to Telekom Deutschland fibre JV
‘Complaint of non-admission’ submitted to Federal Court of Justice after it revoked approval of TDE-EFE joint venture late last year. Glasfaser Nordwest was deemed “illegal” following controversial 2019 launch
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PremiumDeutsche Telekom people moves: senior Technology & Innovation changes
Changes in AI, network automation, and R&D leadership to bring in the new year, with a fresh CTO to boot. Leroy’s Europe domain draws regional talent for new commercial team, while SoHo and SME segments get attention in central and Eastern outposts. T-Systems’ Posset confirms Poland and Romania as ...
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PremiumElsewhere in Vodafone Europe: VodafoneZiggo issues €2.1bn in sustainability bonds
Vodafone to lose leadership position in Albanian mobile market; VodafoneZiggo issues sustainability bonds valued at €2.1bn; Vodafone UK scam texts fall by more than two-thirds following installation of SMS firewall.
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PremiumVodafone Germany trumpets BASF campus network role
BASF is working with Vodafone Germany on campus network trials. Chemicals giant has campus network licences for Ludwigshafen and Schwarzheide, tying with Deutsche Telekom at the former. Vodafone’s RedBox system not being used in Schwarzheide. Campus network approvals reach 186 in 3.7GHz/3.8GHz band and nine at 26GHz.
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Partnerships & AlliancesO2 Germany teams with Westenergie Breitband for fixed access
German operator signs up seventh wholesale partner. New deal with E.ON-owned provider also facilitated by Vitroconnect.
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PremiumElsewhere in Germany: TDE teams with Westenergie Breitband
O2 Germany teams with Westenergie Breitband for fixed access; Wayra-backed IoT platform joined German portfolio; Allianz takes fibre funding to Austria.
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PremiumO2 Germany expands reach with Intelsat backhaul
German operator first to benefit from Group deal for CellBackhaul service.