Telekom

Telekom is a term used in German and several other languages to refer to a company that provides telecommunications services, including fixed-line and mobile telephone networks, broadband internet, and related IT and media services. In practice, the name is closely associated with Deutsche Telekom, the German multinational corporation that uses Telekom as a brand in many markets.

Deutsche Telekom AG, commonly known simply as Deutsche Telekom or Telekom, is a German-based telecommunications group headquartered in Bonn. It is one of the world’s leading integrated operators, offering fixed-line and mobile communications, Internet services, digital television, and IT services. The company originated in the 1990s as part of the privatization and restructuring of the German postal system and national telecommunications assets, and it was established as the parent company of several former state-run units. Over time, its consumer operations have been organized under brands such as T-Mobile for mobile services and Telekom for fixed-line and business customers, while T-Systems focuses on IT and services for enterprises.

Brand structure and services: Deutsche Telekom operates a range of services across consumer and business segments. Its mobile operations are widely branded as T-Mobile in many countries, and it maintains fixed-line, broadband, and IPTV offerings under the Telekom name in its home market and selected regions. The group also oversees international subsidiaries and partners, delivering connectivity and digital services globally.

Global footprint and governance: The company has a multinational presence with major subsidiaries in Europe and North America, including T-Mobile US. It is publicly traded and governed by a two-tier system with a management board and a supervisory board, aligning with German corporate governance standards and a focus on sustainable digital infrastructure.