In a landmark move for the regional digital economy, Turkcell, Türkiye's leading technology and communications provider, has announced a major strategic partnership with Google Cloud. The cornerstone of this multi-year collaboration is the plan to establish a new Google Cloud region within Türkiye, representing a significant investment in world-class digital infrastructure designed to accelerate innovation and digital transformation for businesses across the country and the wider region.
Turkcell and Google Cloud form a strategic partnership to drive digital transformation.
The plan includes establishing a new Google Cloud region within Türkiye.
The partnership involves a multi-year investment, with Turkcell planning a $1 billion investment in data centers and cloud tech.
The cloud region will provide local businesses with low-latency access to Google Cloud's services.
Turkcell will resell Google Cloud solutions and use the technology to enhance its own operations.
The move aims to position Türkiye as a regional hub for technology and AI innovation.
The planned Google Cloud region will deliver high-performance, low-latency access to Google Cloud's full suite of services, including data analytics, cybersecurity, and AI solutions. By localizing this infrastructure, the partnership aims to empower Turkish organizations to innovate, scale, and operate more efficiently while strengthening the nation's overall digital ecosystem. This initiative is expected to be a key catalyst for growth in Türkiye's public cloud services market, which is projected to grow from $1.7 billion in 2024 to $4.2 billion by 2029.
The partnership extends beyond the cloud region itself. Turkcell will also leverage Google Cloud's technologies to enhance its own internal operations and will act as a trusted reseller, bringing Google Cloud solutions to enterprises across Türkiye. This deep collaboration underscores Turkcell's commitment to leading the nation's digital transformation and solidifies its role in establishing Türkiye as a regional digital hub.
“Our partnership with Google Cloud clearly reinforces Turkcell’s leadership in driving Türkiye’s digital transformation,” said Dr. Ali Taha Koç, CEO of Turkcell. “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.”
The partnership has received endorsement at the highest levels of the Turkish government, reflecting confidence in the country's economic strength and innovation capacity. The collaboration is seen as a strategic investment that will foster sustainable growth and enhance digital sovereignty.
Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, said, "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."
This partnership marks a pivotal step in Türkiye's digital evolution. By combining Turkcell's local market leadership with Google Cloud's global technology prowess, the collaboration is set to unlock a new wave of AI-driven innovation, providing Turkish businesses with the tools to compete effectively on the global stage.
About Turkcell
Turkcell, headquartered in Türkiye, is a leading technology and telecommunications company offering a diverse portfolio of voice, data, and IPTV services across its mobile and fixed networks, alongside digital consumer, enterprise, and techfin solutions. The Turkcell Group operates in three countries: Türkiye, Belarus, and Northern Cyprus. In Q325, Turkcell Group reported revenue of TRY59.5 billion, with total assets of TRY491.4 billion as of September 30, 2025. Listed on both the NYSE and BIST since July 2000, Turkcell remains the only dual-listed company on these exchanges.
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