2G Network Shutdown in Europe

The switch has already begun

Switzerland completed its 2G shutdown back in April 2021. Austria (A1: May 2028) and Germany (Deutsche Telekom: June 2028) now have firm dates too. If your fleet relies on 2G-connected telematics devices, the clock is running.

Any device still on 2G will lose connectivity when its carrier shuts down, creating information gaps in live tracking, tachograph downloads, and alarm management. The risks are operational, not theoretical.

The migration window looks comfortable today. In practice, large fleets take 12–18 months to audit, procure, and replace hardware at scale. Begin the assessment now, before the deadlines force a rushed, costly changeover.

Every date, every affected system, the full migration path

We’ve put together a detailed guide: shutdown dates across every relevant European market, a deep dive into Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, which systems run on 2G (from telematics devices to elevator emergency phones), and a step-by-step plan for moving to 4G/LTE.

Read the full 2G shutdown guide →