Turkcell has announced a major strategic partnership with Google Cloud to launch a new cloud region in Türkiye, marking a significant step in strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure. This collaboration represents a multi-year investment aimed at accelerating digital transformation for enterprises across Türkiye and the wider region while fostering innovation in artificial intelligence and advanced technologies.
The new cloud region will provide Google Cloud’s high-performance and low-latency services locally, offering advanced capabilities in data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital business solutions. By bringing these services closer to local organisations, the partnership aims to empower businesses to innovate, operate more efficiently, and strengthen Türkiye’s overall digital ecosystem.
Beyond establishing the cloud region, Turkcell will also utilise Google Cloud’s technologies to enhance its internal operations and will serve as a trusted reseller of Google Cloud solutions to enterprises throughout Türkiye. The partnership underscores Turkcell’s commitment to advancing the nation’s digital transformation and positioning Türkiye as a leading regional hub for innovation and connectivity.
Cevdet Yılmaz, Vice President of the Republic of Türkiye, stated: “The partnership between Google Cloud and Turkcell will further accelerate Türkiye’s digital transformation journey. It reflects the confidence of global technology leaders in the strength, resilience, and innovation capacity of our economy. By integrating advanced data infrastructure and next-generation cloud technologies into our digital ecosystem, this alliance will enhance efficiency and foster innovation across public and private sectors. Furthermore, it supports our long-term vision of strengthening digital sovereignty and positioning Türkiye as a regional hub for technology, connectivity, and sustainable growth.”
Dr. Ali Taha Koç, CEO of Turkcell, said: “Our partnership with Google Cloud clearly reinforces Turkcell’s leadership in driving Türkiye’s digital transformation. This strategic partnership is more than a technology investment; it is a milestone for Türkiye’s digital future, aligning our national vision with Google Cloud’s global technologies and unlocking opportunities for AI innovations. This collaboration gives our customers seamless access to Google Cloud’s cutting-edge capabilities. This new Google Cloud region will enable enterprises to innovate faster and compete globally. As part of this partnership, Turkcell plans to invest $1 billion in data centres and cloud technologies.”
Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, added: “This partnership signifies a strategic investment in the future of the Turkish economy and is designed to meet the increasing demand for cloud and AI services in the country and across the region. This collaboration will serve as a catalyst for digital transformation, empowering the country to harness advanced technology to build and grow the next generation of businesses.”
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