Lenovo Connect, e& Team Up for Global Smart Connectivity

At the 2026 MWC Shanghai exhibition, Lenovo Connect, a subsidiary of Lenovo Group, officially inked a strategic cooperation agreement with e& Carrier & Wholesale Services (C&WS), the international wholesale division of global technology group e&. Targeting the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and global markets, the two parties will jointly deliver cutting-edge connectivity solutions for automotive and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.

Under this partnership, e& will grant access to its extensive international network footprint, state-of-the-art 5G capabilities and in-depth regulatory compliance expertise. Lenovo Connect will contribute its proprietary technological know-how and platform strengths in smart connectivity. By integrating complementary strengths, both sides aim to deliver efficient, secure and scalable connectivity services for intelligent connected vehicles and next-generation mobility solutions.
For Lenovo Connect, this collaboration will further streamline its global deployment workflows, while elevating customer experience via more reliable, compliant and high-performance connectivity. For enterprise clients, the partnership translates into seamless cross-border connectivity, superior scalability, improved operational efficiency, and digital solutions that underpin the evolution of smart mobility and interconnected ecosystems. From a broader perspective, the tie-up will fuel digital transformation, smart infrastructure development and digital economic growth across the GCC and wider regions.
CharlieZhao, Chief Growth Officer (CGO) of Lenovo Connect, commented:
“Driven by surging demand for automotive and IoT solutions, dependable global connectivity has never been more critical. This alliance with e& marks a key milestone in expanding our global footprint. We will fully leverage our complementary strengths in network resources and technological prowess to deliver more efficient, secure and scalable connectivity solutions to worldwide clients, fostering innovation, boosting operational efficiency and supporting long-term growth.”
‘Nabil Baccouche, Group Chief Carrier & Wholesale Officer, e&, said: “This partnership with Lenovo Connect reflects our commitment to advancing connected mobility and IoT innovation worldwide. By combining Lenovo Connect’s technology leadership with e&’s global network reach and advanced connectivity capabilities, we are delivering a robust solution that empowers businesses to scale connected services with confidence across international markets.”
Following the signing ceremony, both parties will launch joint service delivery for the GCC and global markets, offering businesses a more efficient and reliable option to meet cross-border connectivity requirements.
About Lenovo Connect
Lenovo Connect is a holding subsidiary of Lenovo Group, a national high-tech enterprise and national-level Specialized, Refined, Distinctive and Innovative "Little Giant" enterprise. It holds MVNO licenses and IoT resale permits in China and Europe. Integrating eSIM, AI and smart connectivity technologies, the company has built the AiConnect ecosystem to enable full-scenario applications including smart mobility, smart office, drones and consumer electronics, advancing its vision of "Harmonious Human-Machine Coexistence, Interconnection of All Intelligent Things". To date, Lenovo Connect has partnered with over 100 global operators, served more than 60 automotive manufacturers covering over 10 million vehicles, operated across more than 200 countries and regions, and maintained an intelligent connectivity platform with over 100 million connected endpoints.
About e&
e& is a world-leading technology group with operations spanning 38 countries and regions across the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe, serving more than 175 million customers daily. As its international wholesale arm, e& Carrier & Wholesale Services boasts far-reaching global network coverage and leading 5G capabilities, offering more than 20 advanced services including voice, data, roaming and mobile connectivity.