- CEO
- Santiago Argelich Hesse
- Full Time Employees
- 7,255
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Telecommunications Services
- Address
- Georg–Brauchle–Ring 50 Munich BV Germany 80992
- IPO Date
- Dec 1, 2021
- Business
- Telefónica Deutschland Holding AG engages in integrated telecommunications services in Germany, providing mobile and fixed-line telephony, broadband internet, and digital services. Its main offerings include fiber-to-the-home lines; broadband services comprising VDSL, cable, fiber, and fixed mobile substitution; mobile voice and data services under the O2, Blau, AY YILDIZ, Ortel Mobile, and Telefonica brands; Internet of Things (IoT) solutions; O2 TV; cloud services; and machine-to-machine communication and managed connectivity services. The company targets both private and business customers and operates through a combination of franchise and premium partner shops, online and telesales channels, as well as partnerships with retailers. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Munich, Telefónica Deutschland focuses on nationwide network expansion, particularly of its 4G and 5G networks, aiming to cover close to 100% of the German population with 5G by 2025.
Recent major changes include the appointment of Santiago Argelich Hesse as CEO in late 2025, the launch of AI-enhanced ChatGPT Plus services for mobile communications, and a strategic partnership with Siemens to develop industrial 5G connectivity solutions. The company continues to expand its network infrastructure vigorously, adding over 500 new 5G transmitters and 100 new sites to enhance rural coverage. Telefónica Deutschland has also repaid significant debt obligations in 2025 to strengthen its financial position. It remains focused on its "Accelerated Growth & Efficiency Plan," aiming for solid business growth driven by private, business, and partner segments, supported by strategic agreements including a new framework deal with a major federal authority. The company delisted from the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in April 2024 and continues to invest heavily in network quality and expansion to sustain competitive service quality and customer growth in Germany's telecommunications market.