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VEONTelecommunicationsDubai, Netherlands

The 12 closest competitors and alternatives to VEON among telecommunications companies — ranked by similarity to what VEON actually does, not by market-cap band.

$3.6BMarket cap
18,938Employees
12Competitors listed

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About VEON

VEON Ltd. provides telecommunications and digital services in Pakistan, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Bangladesh, and Uzbekistan. The company offers mobile telecommunications services under prepaid and postpaid subscriptions, including value-added and call completion services, national and international roaming services, wireless Internet access, mobile financial services, and mobile bundles; fixed-line telecommunications using fiber optic networks; cross-border transmission services; prepaid scratch cards and electronic recharge options; mobile services on 2G, 3G, and 4G/LTE networks; cloud solutions, including consumer storage apps; local, long-distance, and international voice services; and customer support through contact centers. It also provides FikrFree, a digital insurance marketplace; Tamasha, a video streaming app; ROX, a digital lifestyle brand; Garaj, a cloud platform; ApnaClinic and Helsi digital healthcare platforms; SIMOSA, ZARR, and RYZE lifestyle platforms; Kyivstar TV, a media streaming service; My Kyivstar, a self-service application; Uklon, a ride-hailing and delivery platform; Adwisor, an adtech platform; Simply, a mobile-only neobank; BeeTV, an entertainment platform; Hitter and riitm music streaming platforms; MyBL, Janymda, and Hambi super-apps; AI tutor, an AI-powered learning assistant; Toffee, an infotainment platform; BCloud, a digital infrastructure solution; Beepul, a financial services solution; KINOM, a digital entertainment platform; BeeMarket, an electronics and home appliance marketplace; Hambi Davo, a suite of digital health services; and OQ, a digital platform. The company distributes its products and services through a direct sales force, franchises, third-party retailers, distributors, supermarkets, stores, chains, online, offices, and other channels. The company was formerly known as VimpelCom Ltd. and changed its name to VEON Ltd. in March 2017. VEON Ltd. was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates.

VEON at a glance

VEON is a telecommunications company headquartered in Dubai, Netherlands, founded in 2009. It is publicly listed (VEON) with a market capitalisation of $3.6B. Xcout tracks 26 named people at VEON, including Muhterem Kaan Terzioglu (Group Chief Executive Officer & Director).

VEON leadership

  • Muhterem Kaan TerziogluGroup Chief Executive Officer & Director
  • Aamir IbrahimCountry CEO Pakistan
  • Johan BuseCountry CEO Bangladesh
  • Kaan TerzioğluChief Executive Officer
  • Oleksandr KomarovChief Executive Officer of Kyivstar - Ukraine
  • Andrey PyatakhinChief Operating Officer of Beeline Uzbekistan

20 more named people on record for VEON, with roles, board committees and tenure — see the full roster →

Top 12 VEON competitors

Ranked by semantic similarity — how close each company is to VEON by what it does, using Xcout's live company graph. Click any company for its full profile, or its competitor set.

Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri ASTKC · TelecomIstanbul, Turkey
68% matchPublic

Telecom

Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S. operates as a leading provider of various digital services, extending its reach across Turkey, Ukraine, Belarus, Northern Cyprus, Germany, and the Netherlands. The company's diverse operations are managed through three primary divisions: Turkcell Turkey, Turkcell International, and Techfin. Its offerings for corporate clients include a comprehensive suite of business communication solutions, such as mobile connectivity, fixed-line internet for enterprises, business phone systems, and specialized customer loyalty programs. Additionally, Turkcell delivers an extensive range of digital business services, ensuring reliable network access, robust cybersecurity measures, advanced data center capabilities, Internet of Things (IoT) applications, big data analytics, e-transformation tools, various technological innovations, managed IT services, and cloud computing solutions. The company also supplies an array of devices, hardware, software, and tailored financing options. For individual consumers, Turkcell presents a myriad of digital services, from search functionalities and billing/top-up facilities to a broad spectrum of information, entertainment, and application-based platforms. These include TV+, which allows subscribers to access series and other television content on demand; fizy, its dedicated digital music platform; Magazine Holder, a service for digital magazines and newspapers; and the Yaani mobile web browser. Further enhancing its digital ecosystem, Turkcell developed BiP, an all-in-one communication application; Goals Pocket, an app for sports news and video highlights; and the Digital Operator application, designed to streamline transactions and technology purchases. The company also provides home internet and television services for residential customers. Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S. was established in 1993 and is headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey.

Market cap$4.7B
Employees23,795
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Vodafone Group0LQQ · TelecomNewbury, United Kingdom
68% matchPublic

Telecom

Vodafone Group Public Limited Company is a prominent telecommunications company operating extensively across Europe and other international markets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of telecommunication services to consumers, including mobile connectivity for calls, texts, and data, alongside fixed-line options such as broadband internet, television packages, and traditional voice services. The company also offers integrated 'convergence' bundles, notably under its GigaKombi and Vodafone One brands. Beyond these core offerings, Vodafone's portfolio encompasses various value-added services. These include Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, which span logistics and fleet management, smart metering, insurance, cloud, and security services, as well as specialized applications for the automotive and health sectors. Furthermore, Vodafone is the operator of M-Pesa, a leading African digital payment platform that facilitates money transfers, financial transactions, and payment services for businesses and merchants. It also extends services to other network operators through various partner market agreements. Vodafone Group Public Limited Company maintains a strategic alliance with Open Fiber. As of March 31, 2022, the company served a vast customer base, comprising approximately 323 million mobile subscribers, 28 million fixed broadband users, and 22 million television customers. Established in 1984, the company's headquarters are located in Newbury, United Kingdom.

Market cap$36.1B
Employees93,000
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HKBN01310 · TelecomHong Kong, Hong Kong
67% matchPublic

Telecom

HKBN Ltd., an investment holding company, provides fixed telecommunications network, international telecommunications, and mobile services to residential and enterprise customers in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Macao. The company offers fibre broadband, data connectivity, cloud and data center, managed Wi-Fi with home network security and parental control, hybrid work and business continuity, system integration, household and personal cybersecurity, and voice and collaboration services; home telephone; music streaming, home and travel insurance, IT-as-a-service, healthcare, and e-Commerce shopping services; roaming and digital transformation solutions; and stationery and supplies for Transformation as a Service (TaaS) and OTT entertainment. It also provides data processing, property investment and holding, telecommunication, administrative support, enterprise systems, distribution and logistics, technical and product sale, Wi-Fi connectivity, internet, and security devices installation services; and technology solutions and consultancy services. In addition, the company markets and distributes computer hardware and software, and telecommunication and office automation products, as well as provides related services. HKBN Ltd. was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Kwun Tong, Hong Kong. HKBN Ltd. operates as a subsidiary of China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited.

Market cap$1.1B
Employees3,636
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TelekomTelecomGermany
65% match

Telecom

Headquartered in Bonn, Germany, and established in 1995, Deutsche Telekom AG and its subsidiaries deliver a comprehensive suite of integrated telecommunications services. Its operations span five key segments: Germany, the United States, Europe, Systems Solutions, and Group Development. The company's diverse offerings include fixed-line voice and data communication, utilizing both traditional and broadband technologies, complemented by the sale of terminal equipment and wholesale services to resellers. Additionally, Deutsche Telekom provides mobile voice and data services to both private consumers and business clients, distributing mobile devices and offering network services to resellers and mobile virtual network operators. Beyond core connectivity, the company offers internet access, internet-based television products, and, through its T-Systems brand, delivers advanced information and communication technology (ICT) systems for multinational corporations and public sector institutions, leveraging an extensive infrastructure of data centers and networks. Call center services are also part of its portfolio. Serving a substantial customer base, Deutsche Telekom boasts over 242 million mobile users, 22 million broadband subscribers, and 27 million fixed-network lines. The company also fosters strategic partnerships, including a collaboration with VMware, Inc. to develop cloud-based, open, and intelligent virtual RAN platforms for enhancing existing LTE and future 5G networks, and a partnership with Microsoft to provide high-performance cloud computing experiences.

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