Oslo / Luxembourg – 13 August 2026: Telenor and Vodafone Procure & Connect today announced an agreement for Vodafone to manage Telenor’s international voice operations, currently operated by Telenor Linx, across Telenor Norway, Telenor Sweden, DNA Finland, Telenor Denmark and Telenor Maritime.
The agreement enables Telenor to leverage Vodafone’s global scale, international voice expertise and established operating platform. As international communications continue to evolve, operators increasingly require trusted partners to manage global voice services securely, reliably and at scale.
Under the arrangement, Vodafone Procure & Connect will act as the operational gateway for inbound and outbound international voice traffic into and out of Telenor’s Nordic markets and Telenor Maritime. The agreement is designed to support the future operation of Telenor’s international voice business while maintaining the high standards expected by customers and partners.
The transition will be delivered through a phased migration programme over the coming six months. Telenor Linx’s existing customer and partner agreements will continue to be honoured throughout the transition period, ensuring a structured and orderly migration process.
This arrangement does not affect customer services, existing commercial relationships or agreed voice interconnect services.
Stig Waagbo, CEO Telenor Linx, said:
“As the telecommunications industry continues to evolve, strategic partnerships play a crucial role in driving efficiency and delivering greater value to customers. This agreement with Vodafone reflects our commitment to optimizing our operations while maintaining the highest standards of service. We are confident that Vodafone is the right partner to support this next chapter of our voice business.”
Kenneth Graham, Managing Director of Voice & Roaming Services, said:
“Managing international voice services at scale requires deep expertise, trusted relationships and robust security capabilities. Telenor's decision to select Vodafone reflects the strength of our platform and the capabilities we have built. We welcome the opportunity to support Telenor’s customers and further strengthen the partnership between our companies.”
About Telenor Linx
Telenor Linx is an international carrier and software company delivering services to the global telco industry. Telenor Linx operates at the intersection of international telecommunications and digital services. The company partners with mobile network operators and global digital players such as Google, Meta, and Netflix to enable seamless, secure digital connectivity and monetization worldwide. Through its global platform, Telenor Linx connects the telco and digital ecosystems, helping partners expand reach and deliver enhanced digital experiences. Telenor Linx is part of the Telenor Group. For more information, visit www.telenorlinx.com
About Telenor
Telenor Group is a leading telecommunications and technology company in the Nordics and Asia, serving over 200 million customers and generating annual revenues of around NOK 80 billion (2024). Telenor holds strong positions in its markets and is committed to responsible business conduct.
Driven by Telenor’s purpose, “With you, for a safer and smarter tomorrow”, we aim to create impact beyond connectivity by enabling societies to thrive in a digital future. Our cultural foundation is built on Trust, Curiosity, and Passion, guiding how we collaborate, innovate and deliver value for customers and communities.
Connectivity has been Telenor’s domain for more than 165 years, and today we combine that heritage with forward-looking solutions for security, sustainability and inclusion. Telenor is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker TEL. For more information, visit https://www.telenor.com.
About Vodafone Procure & Connect
Vodafone Procure & Connect is the telecommunications industry’s benchmark for procurement excellence combined with one of the world’s most trusted global voice and roaming capabilities. We help businesses simplify procurement and deliver seamless connectivity, enabling smarter operations and stronger performance in a fast-changing digital world.
Our mission is to lead the future of procurement and global connectivity, leveraging scale, expertise and innovation to deliver exceptional value for our customers, partners and stakeholders.
For more information, please visit vodafone.com/procureandconnect or connect with us on LinkedIn.
About Vodafone Group
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Vodafone is a leading European and African telecoms company.
We serve over 340 million mobile and broadband customers, operating networks in 15 countries with investments in a further five and partners in over 40 more. Our undersea cables transport around a sixth of the world’s internet traffic, and we are developing a new direct-to-mobile satellite communications service to connect areas without coverage. Vodafone runs one of the world’s largest IoT platforms, with 205 million IoT connections globally, and we provide financial services to around 88 million customers across seven African countries – managing more transactions than any other provider.
From the seabed to the stars, Vodafone’s purpose is to keep everyone connected.
For more information, please visit www.vodafone.com follow us on X at @VodafoneGroup or connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/vodafone.
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