Telefónica Germany Moves First 100K Customers to Mavenir’s Cloud-Native IMS on AWS

Event summary

  • Telefónica Germany has migrated 100K mobile customers to Mavenir’s cloud-native IMS solution on AWS, marking the first European operator to deploy such a capability in a public cloud.
  • The migration is part of a multi-year transformation project, with plans to move millions of customers to the new solution in 2026 and complete the full migration by 2027.
  • Both companies are developing a comprehensive automation framework to streamline operations and accelerate feature delivery.
  • Mavenir’s cloud-native IMS supports VoLTE, VoNR, VoWi-Fi, and Voice over NTN, enabling seamless voice continuity across 4G, 5G, and beyond.

The big picture

Telefónica Germany’s migration to Mavenir’s cloud-native IMS on AWS represents a significant shift in the telecom industry towards public cloud infrastructure. This move aligns with broader trends of operators embracing cloud technologies to enhance agility, reduce costs, and prepare for AI-driven automation. The success of this project could set a precedent for other European operators considering similar transformations.

What we're watching

Migration Pace
The pace at which Telefónica Germany can migrate the remaining customers to Mavenir’s cloud-native IMS solution will be a key indicator of the project’s success.
Automation Impact
Whether the comprehensive automation framework developed by Mavenir and Telefónica Germany can significantly streamline operations and reduce costs.
Market Leadership
How this milestone will position Telefónica Germany and Mavenir in the broader European telecom market, particularly in the adoption of cloud-native technologies.

Related topics

Telecommunications Automation