Turkcell announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with Google Cloud. Google Cloud plans to establish a new cloud region in Turkey in collaboration with Turkcell. This step will strengthen Turkcell’s leadership in the data center and cloud sector by establishing a world-class digital infrastructure in Turkey; it will accelerate the digital transformation of companies and pave the way for AI-focused innovations.
With the new cloud region, Google Cloud’s high-performance, low-latency services will be available in Turkey. Advanced Google services in areas such as data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital business solutions will become accessible. This will enable companies, startups, and institutions of all sizes to innovate, scale, and operate more efficiently, while also strengthening Turkey’s digital ecosystem.
In addition to collaborating on the establishment of the Google Cloud Region, Turkcell will be responsible for the marketing and sales of the services offered in this region. With this strategic partnership, Turkcell is strengthening its vision of accelerating Turkey’s digital transformation and making our country a regional digital innovation hub.
Deputy President Cevdet Yılmaz made the following statements regarding the agreement: This collaboration between Google Cloud and Turkcell will accelerate Turkey’s digital transformation journey. This agreement also demonstrates the confidence that leading global technology brands have in the strength, resilience, and innovation capacity of our economy. This agreement will promote innovation by integrating advanced data infrastructure and next-generation cloud technologies into our digital ecosystem, thereby increasing efficiency in both the public and private sectors. Furthermore, this collaboration supports our vision of strengthening our digital sovereignty and making Turkey a regional hub for technology, connectivity, and sustainable growth.
Turkcell CEO Dr. Ali Taha Koç said: “This partnership with Google Cloud strongly demonstrates Turkcell’s leadership in Turkey’s digital transformation. This strategic partnership is not just a technology investment; it is a historic milestone for Turkey’s digital future. By bringing together Turkey’s and Turkcell’s technology vision with Google Cloud’s global technologies, we are paving the way for AI-focused innovations. Customers in this region will have seamless access to Google Cloud technologies. As part of this partnership, we plan to invest $1 billion in data centers and cloud technologies as Turkcell.”
Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian said: “This partnership is a strategic investment in the future of Turkey’s economy. We aim to meet the growing demand for cloud and artificial intelligence in Turkey. Our collaboration will accelerate digital transformation in Turkey, contributing to the emergence and growth of new-generation companies.”
BOX: According to projections by global research firm IDC, Turkey’s cloud market is expected to grow from $1.7 billion in 2024 to $4.2 billion in 2029, with a compound annual growth rate of 20%. The establishment of a hyperscale cloud region in Turkey will be a significant driver of this growth. It will strengthen Turkey’s position in the global digital economy. This step will also accelerate the development of the local digital ecosystem, offering new innovation opportunities for technology providers, startups, and businesses.
