Press Releases

Telenor Group pays record high dividend to shareholders

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Telenor ASA, held at the company’s head office outside Oslo, has approved a dividend of NOK 6.00 per share. This is the highest dividend to be paid out to shareholders since the company was stock listed in December 2000.

Telenor Group and Northeastern University partner on ‘Big Data’ research

Fornebu, Norway – 2 May 2013 - Telenor Group has recently signed a cooperation agreement with Northeastern University, a private research institution in Boston, USA. The cooperation will cover two projects within the use of ‘Big Data’ in telecommunication.

Yogesh Malik appointed Chief Executive Officer of Uninor

Uninor today announced that it has appointed Mr. Yogesh Malik as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the operating company with immediate effect. Sigve Brekke will continue to be responsible for all of Telenor affairs in India as the Head of Telenor Group’s Asian Operations.

Telenor acquires the second largest mobile operator in Bulgaria

Telenor has today signed an agreement with OTE to acquire Bulgarian mobile operator Globul for a total amount of EUR 717 million on a cash and debt free basis.

First quarter 2013: Improved margins with stable revenues

In the first quarter of 2013, Telenor Group reported revenues of NOK 24.7 billion. EBITDA before other items was NOK 8.42 billion, EBITDA margin was 34 %, and operating cash flow was NOK 5.6 billion.

Canal Digital and TV 2 sign new distribution agreements

Canal Digital and TV 2 have signed new comprehensive distribution agreements. TV 2's channels will therefore be available during the years to come to almost one million households who are cable and satellite customers of Canal Digital. The agreement has also been adapted to for the every day of modern television, and includes new and innovative services.

Presentation of Telenor’s first quarter results 2013

Telenor will present its financial results for the first quarter on Friday 26 April 2013 at 09:00 hrs Norwegian time/CET. The presentation, which will also be broadcast live over the Internet, will be held in Auditorium Voice, Telenor Expo Visitor Centre at Fornebu near Oslo. The figures will be published on Telenor's website at 07:00 CET.

Telenor and Tameer Bank first to introduce mobile savings in Pakistan

Today people in Pakistan can transfer money easily from one city to another via Easypaisa. Now, Telenor and Tameer Bank have also introduced the opportunity to earn interest on savings by using the mobile phone. This represents a major step forward for the rural population of Pakistan which previously used cash and relied on more traditional ways of saving.

Can Facebook help reduce loneliness among the elderly? Telenor Norway wants more senior citizens socialising online

With the launch of the digital tool "Senior Citizens' Guide to Social Media" in Norway, Telenor wants to encourage the elderly to become more active online. In a large survey of the online habits of the elderly, almost 70% said that they currently don't use social media.

Telenor welcomes pre-qualification in competition to win telecom license in Myanmar

Telenor Group welcomes today’s announcement by Myanmar authorities that the company has pre-qualified for the competition to win one of two nationwide telecommunications licenses.

Google and Telenor Norway make it easier to buy apps and games on Google Play

Google™ and Telenor Norway cooperate to make it easier for mobile users to find relevant apps in Google Play™. For the first time in Norway, customers are now able to pay for Google Play apps through their mobile phone subscriptions.

Telenor brings excellent sound to its mobile network in Norway

Mobile sound quality upgraded to provide clearer sound quality during calls that filters out background noise. As of today, Telenor has become the only mobile operator in Norway to offer HD Voice across its network.

Telenor expands Opera partnership to feed its Web-hungry customers

Telenor Group and Opera Software today announce a re-commitment and an expansion of their partnership to bring the mobile web to Telenor’s millions of customers. The new agreement between Opera and Telenor goes beyond pure Web browsing. It now includes Opera’s email, application store, payment solution and advertising opportunities.

Global mobile operators issue joint principles on freedom of expression and privacy

Telenor Group, as a member of the Telecommunications Industry Dialogue on Freedom of Expression and Privacy, today announces collaboration with the Global Network Initiative (GNI) to advance freedom of expression and privacy rights in the information and communications technology sector.

Strengthening focus on coupons and value codes: Telenor acquires Liquid Barcodes

Telenor acquires Liquid Barcodes and strengthens its focus on coupons and value codes.

7.8 million surplus mobiles

Over half of us have at least two old mobile phones gathering dust in a drawer, according to a recent survey. Local sports clubs now wish to collect them.

To link welfare technology with patient records

The Værnes region is the first area in Norway to make use of a welfare technology solution that links directly with electronic patient records. As a result, the region's health and welfare services are now able to benefit from a comprehensive overview of individual patients.

100 million more kids online by 2017. Telenor calls for action to make Internet safer.

A Boston Consulting Group study on behalf of Telenor looks at the rapid spread of Internet – expected to reach 176 million children in Telenor markets by 2017. Rapidly increasing access means a greater need for cross-industry collaboration to reduce risk and build resilience among youth.

Telenor to rollout Firefox OS smartphones in 2013

Firefox OS smartphones aim to rally the developer community, stimulate growth and lower the barriers to smartphone use for Telenor customers. The first Firefox OS smartphone will be launched in Serbia, Montenegro and Hungary in 2013.

Fourth quarter 2012: Strong close to an eventful year

In the fourth quarter of 2012, Telenor Group reported revenues of NOK 26.0 billion, representing an organic revenue growth of 5%. EBITDA before other items was NOK 8.2 billion, EBITDA margin was 31.5 %, and operating cash flow was NOK 4.6 billion. For the full year of 2012, Telenor’s revenues were NOK 101.7 billion, EBITDA before other items was NOK 32.8 billion, EBITDA margin was 32.2% and operating cash flow was 20.5 billion.

Presentation of Telenor’s fourth quarter results 2012

Telenor will present its financial results for the fourth quarter 2012 on Wednesday 13 February 2013 at 09:00 hrs Norwegian time/CET. The presentation, which will also be broadcast live over the Internet, will be held in Auditorium Voice, Telenor Expo Visitor Centre at Fornebu near Oslo. The figures will be published on Telenor's website at 07:00 CET.

Telenor Norway expands cooperation with WiMP

Telenor Norway and WiMP are expanding their cooperation. The Telenor-owned low cost operator djuice, who are launching the add-on service +WiMP today, will be the first to offer WiMP. Telenor will also be offering WiMP to its mobile customers during the spring.

Morten Tengs – new CEO at Telenor Satellite Broadcasting

Morten Tengs (51) has been appointed as the new CEO at Telenor Satellite Broadcasting (TSBc). Mr. Tengs comes from the position as Senior Vice President at Telenor Group’s regional office for Asia, in Bangkok. He succeeds Cato Halsaa, who is to retire this summer.

Dipper to simplify rules in the mobile market

Dipper is a new Norwegian mobile company that caters to about 1.1 million employees who work for small and medium-sized businesses. Dipper believes in customer relationships based on trust and promises low prices to all, Telenor's coverage, good customer service and absolutely no lock-in periods for mobile subscriptions.

One out of two children have faced digital bullying among friends

Digital bullying is still a widespread problem among Norwegian youths. Half of all children and youths have experienced bullying or teasing online or on mobile phones. The 8th season of Norway’s largest campaign against digital bullying, “Use Your Head”, starts today.

Telenor signs with UNI Global Union

Today Telenor ASA signed an agreement with UNI Global Union, the voice of 20 million service sector workers around the world, in order to establish a platform and framework for dialogue between UNI and Telenor on fundamental labor rights. Telenor recognizes the importance unions can play in representing employee interests, and the role UNI can take in this regard, based on their knowledge and competence concerning labor relations.

Payment specialist Nets selects Telenor for telecom services in five European countries

Telenor has entered an agreement with Nets, a European provider of payments, card and information services to supply them with telecom and data services in five European countries for the next three years. Telenor’s ability to provide high quality services combined with a simple administration model that covers all of the Nordics from one place is attractive for businesses in the region.

Large mobile services contract signed with Federation of Norwegian Agricultural Co-operatives

Telenor has won the contract to supply mobile services to AgriKjøp. The agreement is worth NOK 180 million over three years.

Telenor and MicroEnsure bring insurance to the masses in Asia

Today Telenor enters into a new joint venture with MicroEnsure, a leading provider of insurance products to more than four million people in Africa and Asia, to form "MicroEnsure Asia".

Telenor to provide telephony to all Norwegian health authorities

Telenor has won the contract to supply telephony and other communications services to all health authorities in Norway. The contract has a value of approximately 120 million Norwegian kroner per year.