Vodafone acquires Mannesmann for $180.95 billion
04/21/25, 5:36 PM
Location
london
dusseldorfIndustry
hardware
manufacturing
Vodafone Group completed its acquisition of Mannesmann AG in February 2000, marking the largest merger in history valued at $180.95 billion. The deal was intended to reshape the telecommunications landscape but ended in significant financial losses for Vodafone. Mannesmann's acceptance of the offer concluded a long pursuit by Vodafone’s AirTouch PLC. The failed outcome highlighted the risks associated with high-value mergers.
Company Info
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Company info
Vodafone Group is a multinational telecommunications company headquartered in the UK. It operates in various countries, providing a wide range of services including voice, messaging, data, and fixed broadband. Vodafone is one of the world's largest mobile carriers by subscriber base and has a significant presence in Europe and beyond. The company invests heavily in technology to enhance customer experience and expand its services.