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Vodafone Group Plc Annual Report 2026
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CONNECTING... Our mission is to connect everyone. We provide innovative mobile and fixed connectivity solutions to empower our customers across the globe. We are constantly expanding coverage to bridge continents and spread inclusion, even in the most remote places. Together with our trusted partners, we’re also connecting people with the future – pioneering digital tools and services to build sustainable growth, resilience and shared value for years to come.
...BUSINESSES
...CONTINENTS
...FUTURES
...PEOPLE
Faster, more reliable networks Connectivity brings people together. Across Europe and Africa, we’re helping millions stay in touch and access resources and digital opportunities. By providing affordable digital services, fast and reliable mobile and fixed networks, and expanding coverage to remote places, we are committed to ensuring no one is left behind.
Empowering businesses, worldwide Advanced connectivity helps make enterprises smarter, faster and stronger. Business services are one of our strongest opportunities, and we continue to invest in solutions to drive scale in this market – from broadband to security, cloud and our world-leading Internet of Things platform. 5 million Business customers 244 million ‘Internet of Things’ connections 75 countries with Business presence 24/7 cyber operations centre in Germany €175 million total consideration for Skaylink acquisition
From the seabed to the stars We believe advanced global connectivity accelerates progress. Through cutting-edge satellite systems and subsea cable networks, we unite countries, communities and businesses. This infrastructure supports innovation, expands access and opportunity for everyone, and is the cornerstone of value and resilience in our business. 100% geographic coverage target with satellites, including direct-to-mobile 5 partnerships between operators and ‘Satellite Connect Europe’ covering 20+ markets 70 subsea cables invested in or co-owned 1 million kilometers of terrestrial fibre 180 countries connected by subsea cables
Tomorrow’s tech, today We are always looking forward. Together with our partners, we’re harnessing emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and quantum computing to boost efficiency, enhance customer satisfaction, and improve our access to growth markets. These projects have huge potential to generate sustainable value in a smarter, more connected world.
279 million mobile customers 18 million fixed broadband customers
96% ‘Ask Once’ promise delivery 75,000 employees served with our HR digital assistant with a 96% resolution rate 30% sourcing time reduction through our autonomous procurement platform Amazon Leo agreement signed to extend mobile coverage across Europe and Africa 3,500+ the size of our patent portfolio, with 291 new patent applications this year
158,000 mobile sites across Europe and Afirca 78% 5G population coverage across Europe 1 78% 4G population coverage across Africa
1. Excluding Türkiye.
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