All Vodafone Spain articles – Page 16
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People
Vodafone Spain’s Coimbra to step down after eight years
End of era for Spanish business that has struggled to adapt to new realities over the past decade.
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M&A
Vodafone linked with Spain’s MÁSMÓVIL again
Group reportedly in acquisition talks with Spain’s fourth largest operator. MÁSMÓVIL subsequently denies discussions after only recently agreeing to private equity buyout.
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Strategy & Change
Elsewhere in Europe: 5G projects gain momentum across Vodafone OBs
VfUK closes in on Gigafast rollout target; 5G projects gain momentum across OBs.
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BT takes lead on new TIP OpenRAN subgroup
Influential BT researcher in a pivotal role between operators, technologists, and standards groups on Open RAN implementation.
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Partnerships & Alliances
NAGRA secures extended Vodafone TV partnership
Vendor’s digital TV security platform to be deployed across further European OpCos to support Vodafone TV growth.
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Suppliers & SCM
Teradata deepens Vodafone ties in Europe
Data and analytics solution provider signs expanded, three-year deal, tying in with Vodafone’s shift to cloud-based analytics.
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Network & Infra
Spain launches €40m programme to test 5G use-cases
Eight new projects will explore 5G use-cases in 13 different sectors. Spain claims leadership for most 5G pilots in EU.
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M&A
Spanish altnet MÁSMÓVIL hits takeover turbulence
Activist investor tries to foil private equity buyout.
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Network & Infra
Telefónica snookered with 5G allocation battles ahead
Threat from Orange and Vodafone palling up on rural network sharing could be exacerbated if the pair are allowed to align mid-band 5G spectrum allocations.
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Partnerships & Alliances
Vodafone rejigs FTTP relationship with Telefónica
Reworked deal said to give challenged Spanish OpCo a broader fibre platform and better terms, in return for expanded commitments.
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M&A
MásMóvil equity deal may spark Spanish consolidation
The private equity acquisition of Spain’s number four operator may see a short-term spike in competition, but could ultimately lead to consolidation, easing pressure on Telefónica and Vodafone. Opportunities could emerge for Telxius to pick up MásMóvil masts in the aftermath.
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Suppliers & SCM
Altran expands Vodafone 5G links
Vendor flags further 5G engagement with Vodafone, building on existing projects in Italy, Portugal, and Spain.
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Vodafonewatch roundup — May-June 2020
The latest Vodafone Group news from around the world from Vodafonewatch #186. Group changes see Partner Market expansion; a sustainability pledge; and blockchain endeavours. In Europe: VfUK flagged partnerships in cyber security; VfD continues 5G work; VfIT gets Microsoft deal.
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Telefónica keeps Spain flying high in FTTP rankings
iDATE places Spain in creditable fourth spot among European countries in terms of full-fibre penetration, and a leader in major markets. Telefónica the country’s biggest FTTP contributor by subs, although Orange and Vodafone catching up. Copper switch-off programme key.
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Products & Services
Vodafone shutters Bit and puts focus on yu
Closure a sign of Spanish OpCo’s move to a more fleet-footed go-to-market strategy.
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Vodafone bags 5G spectrum; other OpCos have to wait
Hungarian business secures rights in three new bands. Digi plans legal action over ‘unfair’ 5G auction. 5G auction plans topple in Europe due to COVID-19.
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Vodafone feels frozen out by Movistar’s Disney+ win
Vodafone Spain claims foul play in behind-scenes negotiations with Disney.
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Vodafone Europe people movements, April 2020
Jungwirth expands Directorship, and moverment at VodafoneZiggo.
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Vodafone feels frozen out by Movistar’s Disney+ win
Rival claims foul play in behind-scenes negotiations with Disney.
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Vodafone leadership awaits COVID-19 diagnosis
Share price nose-dives below £1 for first time since 1997. Impact on financial and strategic plans yet to emerge. OpCos focus on network resilience and employee welfare.