Grameenphone Accelerator

What Grameenphone Accelerator does

Grameenphone Limited, operating the Grameenphone Accelerator program, is Bangladesh's largest telecommunications operator and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Norway-based Telenor Group. The company provides mobile voice, data, and digital services across a 4G LTE network with a commercially launched 5G network (September 2025) and an exclusive 700 MHz spectrum allocation for enhanced indoor and rural coverage. Its core infrastructure supports prepaid and postpaid consumer plans, enterprise connectivity, IoT solutions, mobile financial services (GPFi), gaming (OneGames, 5,000+ titles), and a digital content platform (Bioscope), all accessible through the MyGP app and an extensive retail network of GP Experience Centers, GP Centers, and authorized partners.

The business model blends subscription-based voice and data plans (combo packs ranging BDT 398–1,493, monthly cadence), usage-based internet packs (daily to annual validity), device sales through the GP Online Shop and 5,500+ PalmPay retailers offering cardless EMI, enterprise recurring contracts for IoT and cloud solutions, transaction-fee financial services via GPFi, and subscription revenue from OneGames gaming and value-added services. The Grameenphone Accelerator is a corporate-side initiative supporting early-stage startups, positioning the firm as a digital ecosystem operator rather than a pure connectivity provider.

Customer segments span mass-market prepaid consumers, postpaid family plan users, GPStar loyalty members (tiered Silver to Signature), SMEs and large enterprises, financially constrained consumers reached via PalmPay EMI financing, and international travelers using 57+ country roaming billed in BDT. Distribution combines direct retail, digital e-commerce, OEM partnerships (Samsung, Vivo, Infinix, Realme, Symphony, RFL), and financing partners, with sub-brands including MyGP, GPStar, GPFi, Alo (IoT), Bioscope, OneGames, and Flexiplan extending the ecosystem beyond core connectivity.

Name

Grameenphone Accelerator

Legal name

Grameenphone Limited

Website

https://grameenphone.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Grameenphone Limited, a Telenor Group subsidiary and operator of the Grameenphone Accelerator, is Bangladesh's largest telecom provider, delivering 4G/5G connectivity, mobile financial services, gaming, IoT, and enterprise solutions to mass-market consumers and businesses nationwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Telecommunications

SIC

Radiotelephone Communications (4812)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Site Enterprise Connectivity Bundles (Hybrid WAN/MPLS+Internet) (HDAIAFAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Integration & Messaging Platforms (API Gateway, Queues, Event Bus) (HDABAAAG)

Keywords

• Mobile telecommunications
• Startup acceleration services
• Enterprise IoT solutions
• Mobile financial services
• Digital content services

Headquarters

HQ city

Dhaka

HQ country

Bangladesh

HQ region

Asia

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Mobile Voice Services: Traditional voice call services for prepaid and postpaid customers. Revenue from airtime usage, call charges, and subscription plans including GP Star loyalty tiers.
2. Mobile Data Services: Internet packages ranging from daily to annual validity, combo packs with minutes and SMS. Auto-renewal available. Pay-as-you-go charges after pack expiration.
3. Device Sales: Sale of smartphones and feature phones through GP Online Shop, Experience Centers, and partner retailers. Includes co-branded devices like Proton Jet 4G.
4. Enterprise Business Solutions: B2B services including IoT solutions, workforce management, cloud solutions, smart solutions, broadcasting services, and enterprise connectivity. Services for SMEs and large enterprises.
5. Financial Services: Mobile financial services through GPFI platform including mobile payments and financial inclusions.
6. OneGames Gaming Platform: Gaming platform powered by partner Gakk Technology. Revenue from premium game subscriptions (daily, weekly, monthly plans) using direct operator billing.
7. International Roaming: Roaming services in 57+ countries. First in Bangladesh to offer roaming using mobile balance (BDT) instead of foreign currency.
8. Value-Added Services (VAS): Digital services including entertainment (Netflix vouchers), bioscope streaming, and various VAS offerings for customer engagement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Grameenphone Accelerator is the largest startup accelerator program in Bangladesh providing early-stage startups with a host of support, operated under Grameenphone Limited. Grameenphone is Bangladesh's largest telecommunications operator delivering 4G and 5G mobile networks, voice and data services, enterprise IoT solutions, digital content platforms (OneGames gaming and Bioscope streaming), and mobile financial services through GPFi, along with consumer device distribution.

Product overview

Grameenphone is Bangladesh's largest telecom operator offering a comprehensive mobile telecommunications ecosystem. The portfolio consists of core network services (4G/5G mobile connectivity, VoLTE), consumer offerings (MyGP app, SIM services, internet/voice packs), loyalty programs (GP STAR, GP Points), digital platforms (OneGames gaming, AppCity, Bioscope streaming), IoT solutions (Alo smart devices, Smart Tracker, Telematics), and enterprise business solutions (IoT, Cloud Solutions, Mobility, OTT Communication, Corporate Messaging, Audio Conferencing). The Grameenphone Accelerator program supports startup innovation in the telecom ecosystem. The company also provides mobile financial services through GPFi and cardless EMI smartphone purchases via PalmPay partnership.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MyGP: Mobile application for Grameenphone customers to manage services, offers, and digital content
• GPStar
• gpfi
• Alo
• Bioscope
• OneGames
• Flexiplan

Products and services

• Grameenphone 5G Network Fifth-generation mobile network service commercially launched in September 2025 across all divisional cities in Bangladesh, offering up to 5 times faster speeds than 4G with 30% lower latency. Available to consumer and enterprise subscribers.
• Grameenphone 4G Network 4G LTE mobile network service providing nationwide mobile internet connectivity across Bangladesh, including deep-sea and remote haor coverage. Available to prepaid and postpaid subscribers.
• VoLTE (Voice over LTE) Voice over LTE technology enabling crystal clear HD voice calls over the 4G network with faster call setup, improved battery life, and simultaneous voice and internet usage. Available to 4G subscribers.
• MyGP App Mobile application providing access to Grameenphone services, internet balance checks, recharges, personalized offers, and digital content including the OneGames gaming platform. Used by individual consumers.
• OneGames Gaming platform offering access to over 5,000 games across various genres, integrated with MyGP app with no downloads required. Revenue from premium game subscriptions (daily, weekly, monthly) using direct operator billing.
• Bioscope Digital streaming platform providing entertainment video content to Grameenphone mobile subscribers.
• GPFi Mobile Financial Services Mobile financial services platform under Grameenphone offering digital payments and financial inclusion services to subscribers.
• IoT Solutions (Smart Tracker / eVTS) Business IoT offerings including Smart Tracker (eVTS) for vehicle and fleet management, telematics, and industrial IoT applications for enterprise and SME customers.
• Telematics Vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions, including the eVTS solution used by logistics companies such as Freight Management Limited.
• Enterprise Connectivity Enterprise-grade connectivity solutions providing mobile and data services to businesses and large corporate customers.
• Cloud Solutions (M-Reporting) Business cloud services including M-Reporting for field workforce management and other cloud-based enterprise tools for SMEs and large enterprises.
• OTT Communication Platform Enterprise communication platform building connected customer experiences across all engagement stages for businesses.
• Corporate Messaging Bulk SMS and automated messaging service enabling businesses to deliver messages to large groups of recipients.
• Audio Conferencing Business conference calling service enabling audio conferences from mobile devices for business customers.
• Mobility Solutions (Ekotа) Business mobility packages including Ekota for SMEs and customized corporate mobile solutions.
• Smart Solutions
• Workforce Management Business solutions for managing and optimizing field workforce operations for enterprise customers.
• Broadcasting Services
• International Roaming (Roaming with Mobile Balance) International roaming service available in 57+ countries; first in Bangladesh to allow roaming using mobile balance (BDT) instead of foreign currency. Special Umrah/Hajj packs also available.
• SIM Services Prepaid and postpaid SIM cards including 4G, eSIM, and special plans like Nishchinto, Prime, and Number 1 Plan.
• Proton Jet 4G Cloud Feature Phone Bangladesh's lowest-priced 4G cloud feature phone at BDT 2,050, with the MyGP app built in. Manufactured by RFL Electronics Ltd and supports cross-platform video calling.
• Alo IoT Products
• Grameenphone Accelerator Startup accelerator program supporting early-stage digital startups and entrepreneurship in Bangladesh's telecom ecosystem. The largest accelerator program in Bangladesh.
• Flexiplan Customizable plan product allowing customers to configure their own combination of internet data, minutes, and SMS with 30-day validity, priced at TK 662.69 for 30GB/300 minutes.
• Family Pack
• GP STAR Loyalty Program
• GP Points Rewards Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 5G is up to 5 times faster than 4G with 30% lower latency
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SamsungcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerJoint promotional campaigns offering free 5GB data for 7 days on Samsung smartphone purchases. Models include Galaxy A07 and Galaxy A17 5G variants. Offer valid for 6 months from tagging date through MyGP app.
• SymphonycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSmartphone partnership campaign with bundled 5GB free data (7 days validity) on Symphony helio 45, MAX 60, and innova 40 models. Valid for 6 months through MyGP app activation.
• VivocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFull portfolio joint promotional campaign covering Vivo Y05, Y11d, Y21d, Y31d, V60 Lite, V70 FE 5G, V70 5G, and Y500 models. Bundle offers include free 5GB (7 days), 5GB at BDT 99/month, and 25GB at BDT 298/month for 6 months.
• InfinixcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerJoint promotion campaign for Infinix Smart 20, Hot 60i, and Hot 70 models. Bundle offers include free 5GB for 7 days plus discounted data packs (5GB at BDT 99 or 25GB at BDT 298) for 6 months.
• RealmecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSmartphone partnership with free 5GB data (7 days validity) on Realme Note 60X, Note 70, C71, C85, C85 Pro, C75x, 12, 14T 5G, 14 5G, 15T, 15, and 15 Pro models. Available at authorized channels for 30 days from tagging.
• PalmPaycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCardless EMI smartphone financing partnership. 5,500+ PalmPay retailers offer smartphones with bundled GP combo packs (4, 6, 9-month terms). Minimum 5% down payment. Device locked via PalmPay app until fully paid.
• ChetonaminorOthersEMI partner under PalmPay that may revise EMI terms and handles loan management for cardless smartphone financing.
• CarlCare/iSmartUminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAfter-sales service partner for PalmPay EMI devices handling DOA (Dead on Arrival) and DAP (Damage at Purchase) cases.
• Gakk TechnologycoreTechnology or IntegrationPowers OneGames gaming platform offering 5,000+ games. Integrated with MyGP app for seamless access. Revenue shared through subscription model with direct operator billing.
• NetflixminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrameenphone sells Netflix redeem codes through partner Onegames. Codes available in denominations of 20 USD (BDT 3,165), 25 USD (BDT 4,060), 30 USD (BDT 4,703), and 50 USD (BDT 7,929).
• OnegamesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDigital goods retailer for Netflix redeem code distribution. Handles customer support for redemption issues.
• RFL Electronics Ltd.coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerManufacturer of Proton Jet 4G cloud feature phone - Bangladesh's lowest-priced 4G feature phone at BDT 2,050. First phone with built-in MyGP app via cloud platform.
• Telenor GroupcoreOthersParent company providing global telecom expertise, brand backing, and operational support for Grameenphone as Bangladesh's largest telecom operator.
• Excel TelecomminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Samsung Galaxy S26 retailer on GP Online Shop.
• Executive Machines LimitedminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized iPhone retailer on GP Online Shop.
• SaleXtra LimitedminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Nokia phone retailer on GP Online Shop.
• Grameen Distribution Ltd (GDL)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized budget phone brand (GDL Victor, GDL Super, GDL Classic, GDL G37, GDL Curvy 1, GDL Cool, GDL Bay1, GDL GigaX Y11) on GP Online Shop.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Telenor Group: Parent company and global telecom operator headquartered in Norway. Provides strategic and operational context for Grameenphone's positioning within Telenor's Asian portfolio, and operates similar mobile networks across Scandinavia and Asia.

Broad incumbents

• Bharti Airtel Limited: One of the largest mobile operators in India and Africa. Comparable in scale, multi-country emerging-market focus, 4G/5G deployment strategy, and expansion into digital services and mobile financial services.
• Axiata Group Berhad: Malaysian telecom conglomerate operating across South and Southeast Asia, including Robi in Bangladesh. Comparable as a multi-market mobile operator with similar emerging-market exposure and digital services strategy.
• Reliance Jio Infocomm: India's largest mobile operator by subscribers, known for aggressive 4G pricing and digital ecosystem expansion. Comparable as a high-volume, low-ARPU mobile operator with strong device financing and digital services integration.
• VEON Ltd: Global telecom operator with assets including Banglalink in Bangladesh. Operates mobile networks across emerging markets with comparable digital services and financial inclusion strategies, making it a direct regional peer.

Regional players

• Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison: Major mobile operator in Indonesia, part of Ooredoo Group. Comparable as a large emerging-market mobile operator with overlapping product mix including voice, data, digital content, and enterprise services.
• Dialog Axiata PLC: Leading mobile operator in Sri Lanka, part of Axiata Group. Operates in a similar South Asian emerging market with 4G/5G, digital services, and mobile financial services comparable to Grameenphone's portfolio.

Direct peers

• Banglalink Digital Communications: Major mobile operator in Bangladesh owned by VEON. Competes directly with Grameenphone across prepaid, postpaid, 4G data, and digital services in the same Bangladesh market.
• Teletalk Bangladesh Limited: State-owned mobile operator in Bangladesh. Competes in the same market with 4G services and government-backed positioning, representing a smaller but subsidized competitor to Grameenphone.
• Robi Axiata Limited: Second-largest mobile operator in Bangladesh and Grameenphone's most direct domestic competitor. Operates 2G/3G/4G networks and offers similar mobile voice, data, and digital services to overlapping consumer and enterprise segments in Bangladesh.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Grameenphone
• Xx.com/Grameenphone
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/grameenphone-ltd

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments2 records

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