Mobile Networks

Telstra Group Limited, Australia's largest telecommunications company by market share, has a significant history in the country. Tracing its roots back to the Postmaster-General's Department established in 1901, Telstra underwent several transformations before becoming the entity it is today. The transition from a state-owned enterprise to a fully privatised company was completed by 2006. The name "Telstra", derived from the words Telecom Australia, was adopted in 1993 and has been used universally throughout the organisation since 1995. The privatisation of Telstra began in 1997 and...

Optus is a prominent telecommunications company based in Australia. Founded in 1981, it was originally known as Aussat Pty Limited before being renamed to Cable & Wireless Optus Pty Limited in 1998, and eventually Singtel Optus Pty Limited in 2001. The company is currently a wholly owned subsidiary of Singtel, a leading communications group headquartered in Singapore. Despite being a subsidiary, Optus operates independently within the Australian market. Over the years, Optus has established a strong presence in the country, providing a wide range of communication services including mobile...

2degrees is a telecommunications provider based in New Zealand. The entity began its operations on 4 August 2009, following nine years of planning. The company provides prepaid and pay-monthly mobile services, along with fixed-line phone and broadband services. The current ownership of 2degrees lies with Voyage Australia Pty Limited, making it part of the Vocus Group. Until 1 June 2022, the majority of the ownership was held by US-based Trilogy International Partners. The company's initial establishment was as NZ Communications Limited in 2001 by Simon "Tex" Edwards. In 2007, the company...

Three Denmark, officially known as Hi3G Denmark ApS, is a telecommunications company operating in Denmark. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings, a multinational conglomerate based in Hong Kong. The brand was officially founded on March 3, 2003, in Hong Kong, and has since then expanded its operations to several countries, including Denmark. Three Denmark, along with Three Sweden, operates a common network covering most of the two countries, allowing customers to receive calls without paying roaming fees when they are on either network. CK Hutchison Holdings owns...

Three Hong Kong is a telecommunications company that operates within Hong Kong. The company was established in 2002 by Hutchison Whampoa, now known as CK Hutchison Holdings. CK Hutchison Holdings is a multinational conglomerate that is headquartered in Hong Kong and operates businesses globally in various sectors including telecommunications. Three Hong Kong is one of the many subsidiaries under the CK Hutchison Holdings umbrella, and it provides mobile services to the local Hong Kong market.

Three Indonesia, also known as Tri Indonesia, is a telecommunications company operating in Indonesia. It is operated by Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, which was previously known as Hutchison 3 Indonesia (2013-2022), Hutchison CP Telecommunications (2007-2013), Cyber Access Communication (2000-2007), and Telindo Inti Nusa (2000). The company was founded in 2000 and received a 3G license in 2004, beginning operations on 29 March 2007, initially in the Jakarta area only. The ownership structure of the company has seen changes over the years. In 2013, Charoen Pokphand divested its telecommunication...

Three Ireland, formally known as Three Ireland (Hutchison) Limited, is a telecommunications and internet service provider operating in Ireland. The company, which is a subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings, launched in July 2005. It provides a range of mobile phone services including 2G GSM, 3G UMTS, 4G LTE and 5G NR.

In June 2013, Three's former holding company, Hutchison Whampoa, acquired O2 Ireland. By March 2015, O2 Ireland was fully merged into the operations of Three Ireland. The company also admitted to overstating its subscriber numbers in 2010. As per the company's latest released mid...

Three Macao is a telecommunications company operating in Macau. It was established to provide mobile telecommunication services to the Macau region. The company is owned and operated by Hutchison Telecommunications Macau, which is a subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings, a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Hong Kong. The company has been instrumental in the development and provision of telecommunication services in Macau, contributing to the region's connectivity and technological advancement.

Three Sweden, also known as 3 Sverige, is a telecommunications operator based in Sweden. The company was established in 2000 as a joint venture between Hutchison Whampoa, an investment holding company based in Hong Kong, and Investor AB, a Swedish industrial holding company. It is currently owned by CK Hutchison Holdings, following the merger of Hutchison Whampoa and Cheung Kong Holdings in 2015.

Three United Kingdom is a telecommunications company operating in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2003, the company is a subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings, a multinational conglomerate based in Hong Kong. Three UK provides a range of telecommunications services, including mobile voice, text and data services, and is known for its extensive 3G and 4G network coverage across the UK. The company's ownership under CK Hutchison Holdings provides it with a strong backing and allows it to leverage the resources and expertise of its parent company, while maintaining its operations primarily within...

5BB GlobalNet is a telecommunications company operating in Myanmar. The firm was established in 2017 by Global Technology Group, a leading Information and Communication Technology (ICT) company in Myanmar. Global Technology Group owns and operates 5BB Broadband, providing high-speed internet services across the country. The company is committed to improving the digital infrastructure in Myanmar and contributing to the nation's technological advancement.

7acht is a telecommunications network operating in Liechtenstein. The company was established to provide comprehensive telecommunication services within the region. It is owned by Swiss Salt Mobile SA.

9mobile is a prominent telecommunications network that operates within Nigeria. The company was originally established in 2001 as EMTS Limited and later rebranded as 9mobile following a change in ownership. In 2018, Teleology Holdings, led by Adrian Wood, former CEO of MTN Nigeria, acquired a majority stake in the company. However, Teleology exited its stake in the company in 2019.

Previously owned and branded as Etisalat, in July 2017 the company launched its new brand identity – 9mobile, with an unveiling of the new name and logo.

A1 Belarus, originally known as JV LLC Mobile digital communication, is the largest private telecom, ICT and content service provider operating in Belarus. The company began commercial operations on 16 April 1999, making it the first GSM carrier in the country. By the summer of 2000, all regional cities of Belarus had been connected to the network. In 2007, mobile communications became available to 100% of Belarus's urban population. Ownership of A1 Belarus transitioned to A1 Telekom Austria Group in November 2007, following the acquisition of 70% of shares. The remaining 30% of shares were...

A1 Bulgaria, previously known as Mtel or Mobiltel, is a telecommunications company operating in Bulgaria. It was founded in March 1994 and launched commercially in September 1995 under the brand name Citron. The company saw significant growth after the introduction of prepayment sim cards in 2001, increasing its customer base dramatically. In July 2005, A1 Telekom Austria Group acquired the company, marking one of the largest foreign investments in Austria. The company has been a pioneer in the Bulgarian telecommunications sector, being the first to offer services such as EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA...