GSMA membership
by industry
Welcome to GSMA membership, where the mobile telecommunications and adjacent industries come together to drive innovation, shape policy, and unlock new opportunities.
As a member of the GSMA, you gain access to a vibrant community of leaders, experts, and visionaries who are shaping the future of mobile technology. Select your industry below to find out more.
Select your industry to find out more
Mobile network operator (MNO)
Mobile virtual network operators (MVNO)
Device manufacturers
Infrastructure
Software
Fintech
Automotive
Aviation and drones
Manufacturing
Startup
Mobile network operator (MNO)
Mobile network operators are at the very heart of what we do. From negotiating global roaming agreements to driving standards through our technology working groups, with GSMA membership mobile operators can transform their business and stay ahead of the game.
Mobile network operators are at the very heart of what we do. From negotiating global roaming agreements to driving standards through our technology working groups, with GSMA membership mobile operators can transform their business and stay ahead of the game.
GSMA Working Groups
GSMA Working Groups that are particularly interesting to many MNO members include the Wholesale Agreements and Solutions (WAS), the Fraud and Security (FASG), and the Networks Group (NG).
Eligibility
GSMA operator membership is open to licensed mobile network operators using a GSM family technology 2G-5G and beyond. It includes satellite operators, aircraft operators, maritime operators, and telecommunications administrative/ regulatory bodies.
Mobile virtual network operators (MVNO)
MVNOs and mobile virtual network enablers (MVNEs) are leveraging the GSMA and its technology working groups to enhance their service offering and business performance. e-SIM, Blockchain, NFV, AI and Edge Computing represent some of the growing trends in technology adoption by MVNOs, areas at the forefront of GSMA’s working groups and industry initiatives.
GSMA Working Groups
GSMA membership features that are particularly interesting to many MVNO members include the Wholesale Agreements and Solutions Group (WAS), the Roaming Agreement Exchange Group (RAEX), and the Network Setting Exchange (NSX).
Eligibility
GSMA rapporteur membership is open to non-GSM licensed operators, or those planning to roam on GSM networks – plus Mobile Virtual Network Operators. This includes non-GSM licensed operators, fixed wireless/wireless local loop (FW/WLL) operators, M2M operators, mobile virtual network operators (MVNO), and wholesale network operators.
Device manufacturers
Whether you’re a device manufacturer or network equipment vendor, GSMA industry members represent the foundations on which our connected life is built. By taking an active role in the technology working groups our industry members are driving the discussion, decisions and standards that are paving the way for a more scalable, secure and robust connected future.
GSMA Working Groups
GSMA membership features that are particularly interesting to many device manufacturer members include the Terminal Steering Group (TSG), the Fraud and Security Group (FASG), and the Device Security Group.
Eligibility
GSMA industry membership is open to companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including equipment vendors, device manufacturers and software companies (and organisations using mobile connectivity to create better services). This includes handset and device makers, equipment providers, and internet companies.
Infrastructure
Mobile towers and the associated infrastructure are key ingredients in delivering ultra-fast mobile connectivity into the hands of subscribers around the globe. Through the GSMA’s working groups and communities our members are driving the discussion around future technologies and trends, from HAPS and 5G RAN to digital infrastructure.
GSMA Working Groups
GSMA membership features that are particularly interesting to many infrastructure members include the Networks Group (NG), the Fraud and Security Group (FASG), and the smart mobility forum.
Eligibility
GSMA industry membership is open to companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including equipment vendors, device manufacturers and software companies (as well as organisations using mobile connectivity to create better services). This includes tower & fibre companies, digital infrastructure, new connectivity technology companies
Software
Software defines our global mobile networks, whether it is the protocols and functions in the radio access network, the applications that run across our networks or the cloud services that drive value for consumers and enterprises around the world. GSMA members are defining the software landscape and constantly innovating to ensure that networks are scalable, flexible, secure and robust.
GSMA Working Groups
GSMA membership features that are particularly interesting to many software members include the Fraud and Security Group (FASG), the Internet Group, and the Terminal Steering Group (TSG)
Eligibility
GSMA industry membership is open to companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including software companies and organisations using mobile connectivity to create better services. This includes software-defined network providers, application developers, security companies, and systems integrators
Fintech
The GSMA fintech community is exploring areas of common interest and addressing key issues in the financial services space. Monitoring developments, sharing case studies, creating new collaboration opportunities, and driving exciting innovative projects.
GSMA Working Groups
GSMA membership features that are particularly interesting to many fintech members include the Fraud and Security Group (FASG), the Internet Group, the Terminal Steering Group (TSG), and the Connected Fintech and Commerce Community.
Eligibility
Sector-specific industry engagement bridging the gap between the mobile and fintech industries.
Automotive
The GSMA is working with mobile operators, automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers, industry associations and regulatory bodies to accelerate the growth of the connected vehicle market by agreeing a common approach to security, regulatory and infrastructure solutions.
GSMA Working Groups
GSMA membership features that are particularly interesting to many automotive members include the Terminal Steering Group (TSG), the Automotive Identity Group, the eSIM Group, and the smart mobility forum.
Eligibility
Sector-specific industry engagement bridging the gap between the mobile and automotive industries.
Aviation and drones
The GSMA is actively working with the telecoms and aviation industries to: maximise the use of beyond-visual-line-of-sight capabilities for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS); develop new use cases; and help create an open and trusted regulatory environment. The GSMA is working on two drone-related initiatives, making progress in this area – the Drone interest group (DIG) and Aerial connectivity joint activity (ACJA).
GSMA Working Groups
GSMA membership features that are particularly interesting to many aviation and drones members include the Terminal Steering Group (TSG), the eSIM Group, the Internet Group, and the drones interest forum.
Eligibility
Sector-specific industry engagement bridging the gap between the mobile and aviation industries.
Manufacturing
Mobile networks, and particularly those delivering 4G and 5G services, provide connectivity options applicable across the broad range of industry use cases, making these the superior choice for manufacturing and supply chain companies. The GSMA is bringing together leading operators, industrial enterprises, and manufacturing companies to create even more value across these ecosystems.
GSMA Working Groups
GSMA membership features that are particularly interesting to many manufacturing members include the Terminal Steering Group (TSG), the Fraud and Security Group (FASG), the eSIM Group, and the Connected Manufacturing and Production Community.
Eligibility
Sector-specific industry engagement bridging the gap between the mobile and manufacturing industries.
Startup
GSMA welcomes startup involvement in projects and initiatives especially related to adjacent vertical industries and global connectivity for good projects. Please contact us if you are a startup and would like to discuss membership.
Specific to the needs of the Greater China and Asia Pacific startup community, 5G IN Activity Members can gain insights from leading investment organisations and academic communities in the mobile industry; connect with other high-quality startups; and foster innovation and investment to drive the commercialisation of 5G applications. If you are based in the Greater China and APAC region, please contact us for more information.
