Global Connect Hub

Global roaming coverage without complications: one contract, a single connection and a single platform

Simple, fast, agile, competitive and effective. That is how at Telefónica Global Solutions we want your roaming connections to be.

“Connect once, to roam with many”; one contract, a single signalling connection, one platform. It couldn’t be easier.

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What is Global Connect Hub?

Global roaming connectivity without complications

There is a growing need in the market for a global, integrated, stable and competitive roaming connectivity proposal that meets the needs of consumers, companies and IoT devices alike. Our Global Connect Hub offers long-term, stable and competitive worldwide connectivity via Multi-IMSI technology, a cloud-based distributed platform and a robust set of Tier 1 IMSI donors.

Our solution provides sustainable access to cellular coverage, putting numerous networks at your disposal in different regions. We guarantee the best tariffs and coverage for your company and your customers.

Additionally, you can customise the proposal of our Global Connect Hub to offer your customers customised roaming solutions. This will give you a competitive advantage that will definitively mark the difference in your business and in your end user experience, improving your positioning in relation to competitors.

With our Global Connect Hub you will obtain instant global roaming connectivity with a single connection, without need to establish multiple agreements and interconnections with different operators. With long-term stability, committed to growth and responding to the new challenges posed by both Industry 4.0 and the IoT and consumer markets.

Explore our two approaches depending on the recipient of the services.

For Consumers

For MVNOs and IoT providers

Benefits of Global Connect Hub

Do you know everything it can do for your business?

Single contract

A single connection to our Hub guarantees the best and most competitive coverage, with access to multiple IMISI donors and 700+ roaming partners.

The best Tier 1 IMSI donors

Both within Telefónica’s ecosystem and large top-level operator groups, which guarantee global network coverage, the best regional prices and addressing the challenges posed by the IoT market.

Stability and regulatory compliance

To endorse IoT (and consumer) agreements in the long term, Tier 1 mobile network operators (MNOs), thereby avoiding sudden changes in tariffs or access limitations/restrictions. Our platform has been operating for nearly 10 years managing millions of IMSIs per month.

Network footprint

700+ networks, operators/networks per country and key LTE networks. Access to different technologies (3G, 4G, LPWA, 5G NSA and VoLTE) in main destinations (2/3 key networks in main destinations).

Unlimited roaming

Thanks both to our roaming agreements and those of our associates, in addition to our direct agreements with local operators, any regulatory restriction is resolved.

Reliability

Thanks to our proposal you can address any IoT connectivity and consumption need through a selected and very powerful set of IMSI donors that we put at our MVNO customers’ disposal (there are more IMSI donors available in accordance with more specific needs).

TGS’ IPX/GRX signalling network

We group together IPX/GRX transport and signalling services, which allows our customers to have a high-quality transport network managed by TGS and in constant evolution to meet their demands. (Third-party signalling transport is also accepted).

Constant expansion

The existing roaming coverage, whether belonging to Telefónica or to third parties, is constantly expanded through new roaming agreements signed annually.

Flexible commercial proposal

Adapted to the needs of both high-use and low-use IoT devices. The best competitive tariffs, taking advantage of the Telefónica Group’s purchasing power (and of top-level mobile operator groups).

Local or regional Data Breakout

We are facilitating latency-sensitive use cases through our local and regional Data Breakouts (5+ and with annual expansion) in key locations worldwide.

Rapid implementation and high service quality

The service can be ready for launching in less than two-three months with Qualtiy of Service (QoS) guaranteed through early detection and reaction in case of signalling.

Traffic steering according to your interests

We do not oblige our customers to steer traffic to certain networks in certain countries, but rather allow them to apply their own access policies.

Configure network access

Complete management of access control to the networks that our customers wish to have available with a transparent whitelist system.

Why TGS?

Our GLOBAL CONNECT HUB solution provides access to a broad portfolio of Tier 1 IMSI donor operators to offer worldwide cellular coverage. Thanks to the Telefónica Group’s strong agreements and purchasing power in strategic markets, we offer reliability and stability, thereby giving you a competitive advantage over time.

Instant coverage with the most advanced technology

We offer you instant and comprehensive scope of service, with continuous expansion of coverage.

Competitive tariffs, stability and long-term agreements

Reduce operating costs while enjoying the most competitive tariffs thanks to the Telefónica Group’s purchasing power in key markets. Our long-term agreement strategy provides you with the reliability and stability your business needs.

One Stop Shop to start up and drive your business

Simplify and centralise all your procedures. Enjoy an easily accessible connection via a single interface with multiple partners around the world. We also offer you optimised distribution of traffic and lower latency through different regional network nodes according to your needs. Benefit from a consistent experience of our entire Hub from day one.

Time to Market

Quick access to worldwide coverage and 10+ Tier 1 IMSI donors at once. Faster service deployment.

Customer Control Center

Through the TGS customer portal (Customer Control Center) we are able to offer a global report covering the full scope of the services contracted by a customer, thus providing a complete overview of the activity and facilitating access to real-time monitoring tools.

Continuous assistance

We help you manage logistics, security, configuration, deployment and simplify troubleshooting with our multilingual team with a global presence.

What people say about us

Once again, Telefónica Global Solutions consolidates its position as a Very Strong player in wholesale IoT services according to GlobalData, covering the end-to-end offering, from devices to IoT solutions, as well as big data and AI solutions.”

Rajesh Muru & Kate O’Flaherty, GlobalData, February 2023

“GlobalData ranks Telefónica Global Solutions as a Leader in Innovation for its Voice Fraud Management System (TUKU) in the latest Wholesale Anti-Fraud Competitive Landscape Assessment, an in house solutions using Big Data methodology mitigating fraud by 95%”.

Rajesh Muru & Kate O’Flaherty, GlobalData, October 2023

“Telefónica Global Solutions receives VERY STRONG rating as a wholesale telecoms operator, highlighting the focus on its NaaS offering, as well as on innovation through 5G SA, as it continues to virtualise and expand its network”.

Rajesh Muru & Kate O’Flaherty, GlobalData, October 2023

“GlobalData has rated Telefónica as a VERY STRONG player in its latest Global Enterprise benchmark highlighting sustained growth in core markets and Tech companies, including both corporate and SME segments”.

Kathryn Weldon, GlobalData, October 2023.

“Once again, Telefónica Global Solutions received a very strong rating for its comprehensive IPX solution and its strong global reach.”

Rajesh Muru & Kate O’Flaherty, GlobalData, July 2023