Orange Wholesale is proud to have participated in the 24th annual Global Connectivity Awards (GCAs) in London which brought together the world's decision makers in telecom infrastructure and digital technology to celebrate innovation, collaboration and excellence in shaping the digital infrastructure landscape.
On this occasion, Orange Wholesale was honored by the jury and received one of the most distinguished awards: Best Global Connectivity Provider-Data. This award is a true endorsement for Orange Wholesale, recognizing our relentless commitment to innovation and our unique global reach. The distinction also demonstrates Orange Wholesale's capacity to push the boundaries of connectivity worldwide, while celebrating the dedication of our teams and partners who make the success of our business transformation possible.
Orange Wholesale was recognized as the Best Global Connectivity Carrier – Data, in a year when the competition was fierce, with a total of 418 submissions, 15% more than in 2024, and 69% entries shortlisted. A big thank you to the 36 judges who studied and evaluated the standout achievements and innovations that have shaped the industry over the past year, from breakthroughs in AI-driven infrastructure and next-generation network solutions to major advances in sustainability and cybersecurity.
The judges highlighted: “Orange Wholesale secured the award by softwarizing its global Tier-1 network to deliver unrivalled speed and agility. Achievements over the past year include deploying DriveNets Network Cloud and launching 5G Core Network-as-a-Service—a world-first for a Tier-1 wholesaler—enabling MNOs to save up to 70%.”
This award underlines Orange Wholesale's unique control over its proprietary network, enabling it to stand out in the market by offering innovative, secure and scalable solutions tailored to its clients' needs.
Over the past year, Orange Wholesale has demonstrated excellence both commercially and technologically by launching 12 new industry-focused solutions, including the Click NaaS platform, 5G Core-Network as a Service, and trusted CDN. Each has been designed in response to the growing demand from our clients for more agility, security, and flexibility - further strengthening our position as a global leader in connectivity.
The Global Connectivity Awards are not only an opportunity to celebrate successes but also to connect with industry peers, explore new collaborations, and showcase Orange Wholesale's ability to contribute to the future of digital infrastructure worldwide. We are delighted to share this recognition with our clients, partners, and teams who made these achievements possible. Together, we are building the connectivity of tomorrow.
