Robi Axiata

Robi Axiata

https://www.robi.com.bd/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/robi-axiata-limited/

Robi Axiata, a privately owned company headquartered in Bangladesh, was founded in 1997 and employs approximately 4,500 individuals. The company reported $864.0M in revenue as of 2024 and operates as a tier 1 media tech buyer. It is a subsidiary of Axiata and has Cirkle (Airtel Bangladesh) as a subsidiary. Functioning primarily as a telecommunications provider, Robi Axiata is recognized as the second largest mobile network operator in Bangladesh.

2024 Revenue

Founded

1997

Headcount

4,500

Headquarters

Bangladesh

Primary Segment

Telecoms

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

Mobile network operators in Bangladesh, including Robi Axiata, face increasing accountability and severe financial penalties for failing to secure distribution channels amid a global clampdown on illegal SIM networks, a vulnerability highlighted by recent regulatory actions on August 20, 2026. This comes as Post and Telecommunications Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam on August 19 urged mobile phone operators to improve services, addressing complaints about call drops, uneven rural network coverage, and mobile package validity. The Minister delivered these remarks at a Robi Axiata network modernization event at Robi’s Dhaka headquarters, where he also advised operators to raise awareness of call-drop compensation. Earlier on August 19, Robi Axiata PLC. announced the completion of a comprehensive modernization of its mobile network across greater Dhaka, upgrading over 4,800 sites in Dhaka, Gazipur, Savar, Manikganj, and Narayangonj with next-generation GIGA GREEN 4G/5G-ready equipment to establish stronger connectivity. This follows Robi Axiata's replacement of its Airtel brand in Bangladesh with 'Cirkle' on August 17, marking the end of the brand's 16-year presence in the country's mobile market, announced at an event in Dhaka.

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Robi Axiata offers 7 products in the media and telecoms services and connectivity and cloud industries. Robi Axiata's product portfolio comprises of telecoms, media and TV services, consumer electronics and enterprise cloud.

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Robi Axiata's revenues were less than $1B in 2024. Caretta Research has split Robi Axiata's revenue into 7 different product categories, the largest of which is mobile services. For full access to Robi Axiata's revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.

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Aug

20th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag, Business Fraud, Regulatory Compliance

The Global Clampdown on Illegal SIM Networks: From South Asia to Africa

What was once considered an acceptable margin of error in the race for subscriber acquisition has now become a critical vulnerability, prompting state authorities to transition from issuing mere warnings to imposing severe financial penalties. Mobile network operators are increasingly being held strictly accountable for failing to secure their distribution channels, a reality that has been brought into sharp focus by recent regulatory actions in Bangladesh and echoed across multiple African markets.

Mobile Ecosystem Forum

Aug

19th

2026

18:02

Minister urges telcos to improve services

Post and Telecommunications Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam yesterday urged mobile phone operators to improve their services, saying call drops, uneven rural network coverage and mobile package validity are among the main complaints from users. Operators should raise awareness of how call-drop compensation works, he said at a Robi Axiata network modernisation event at Robi’s headquarters in Dhaka.

Aug

19th

2026

06:22

Robi Axiata modernises Dhaka network for strongest connectivity

Robi Axiata PLC. has announced the completion of a comprehensive modernisation of its mobile network across greater Dhaka, establishing what it claims is the strongest connectivity in the capital. The project, powered by next-generation GIGA GREEN 4G/5G-ready equipment, has seen over 4,800 sites upgraded across Dhaka, Gazipur, Savar, Manikganj, and Narayangonj.

Daily New Nation

Aug

18th

2026

06:30

Cirkle replaces Airtel in Bangladesh's mobile market

Robi Axiata has replaced its Airtel brand in Bangladesh with 'Cirkle', marking the end of the brand's 16-year presence in the country's mobile market. Robi announced the change at an event at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in the capital city on Monday.

The Financial Express Bangladesh

Aug

17th

2026

21:48

Cirkle replaces Airtel in Bangladesh's mobile market

Robi Axiata has replaced its Airtel brand in Bangladesh with 'Cirkle', marking the end of the brand's 16-year presence in the country's mobile market. Robi announced the change at an event at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in the capital city on Monday.

The Financial Express Bangladesh

Aug

6th

2026

02:30

Financial Results, B2B Tag, Financial Performance

Robi H1 revenue grows 7%, profit jumps more than 29%

Bangladeshi operator Robi Axiata posted revenue of BDT 52.42 billion for the first six months of 2026, which represents an increase of 7.1 percent year-on-year. Voice and data revenue grew by 1.3 percent and 13.6 percent, respectively. Profit jumped 29.3 percent year-on-year to BDT 4.95 billion.

Jul

28th

2026

21:42

Capital Investment, Financial Results, B2B Tag, Investments, Financial Performance

Robi's Q2 profit edges up as revenue tops Tk 27b

The country's second-largest mobile operator reported a profit after tax of Tk 2.63 billion for the April-June quarter of 2026, up 2.1 per cent from Tk 2.57 billion in the same period a year earlier. The company's board of directors approved the unaudited financial statements and released the results on Tuesday.

The Financial Express Bangladesh

Jul

18th

2026

04:34

ESG, B2B Tag, Sustainability Initiatives, Facility Expansion

Robi scales up electric bikes to support field operations nationwide

Robi Axiata has expanded its electric bike programme across Bangladesh as the mobile network operator seeks to improve last-mile customer services while reducing the environmental impact of its field operations. According to a press release, the electric "Robi Super Bikes" are now operating in 458 upazilas, extending the initiative to support field employees serving customers at the thana and union levels.

Jul

13th

2026

05:01

Axiata Group – Efforts to Strengthen Climate Resilient Networks

For Axiata Group, adaptation and resilience are critical to safeguarding the reliability of its telecommunications infrastructure across Southeast and South Asia, where operations are increasingly exposed to physical climate risks due to geographic conditions. Its networks underpin essential connectivity for societies and economies, particularly during extreme weather events.

Jun

24th

2026

07:59

Four mobile operators owe Tk 13,144cr

The country’s four mobile operators owe a total of Tk 13,144 crore in outstanding revenue, Post and Telecommunications Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam told parliament yesterday. Replying to a question from MP Lutfor Rahman during the question-answer session presided over by Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, the minister said Teletalk Bangladesh Ltd owes Tk 5,954 crore in licence fees, revenue sharing, spectrum fees, administrative fines and contributions to the social responsibility fund.

Jun

8th

2026

01:00

Financial Results, B2B Tag

Why GP profits dropped but Robi posted gain in 2025

Highlights GP profit dropped 18.6 percent in 2025 Robi profit surged 33.3 percent last year New regulatory SIM limit hit GP subscribers Grameenphone, the country’s top telecom operator, saw both turnover and profit decline in 2025, while rival Robi Axiata recorded growth on both counts.

Jun

7th

2026

06:39

Financial Results, B2B Tag

Why GP profits dropped but Robi posted gain in 2025

Grameenphone, the country’s top telecom operator, saw both turnover and profit decline in 2025, while rival Robi Axiata recorded growth on both counts. According to financial reports of the companies, GP’s turnover fell 0.2 percent year-on-year, and its profit dropped 18.6 percent.

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Robi Axiata currently holds 2 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including soccer | association football and cricket.

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