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The Sun
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
U Mobile signs deal to leverage TM's fibre infrastructure for 5G network rollout
KUALA LUMPUR: U Mobile has been directed to initiate discussions with Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB), the country's first 5G network provider, to ensure Malaysia's second 5G network achieves 80% coverage in populated areas by July 2026. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil sees the collaboration between U Mobile and DNB as a crucial step towards the successful rollout of the second 5G network – and potentially a third in the future – as part of Malaysia's broader efforts to strengthen digital infrastructure and enhance nationwide connectivity. 'Given that both U Mobile and DNB are leveraging Telekom Malaysia Bhd's (TM) extensive fibre backhaul, I don't see this as an issue for the government's goal of establishing a truly competitive dual 5G network. 'As U Mobile CEO Wong Heang Tuck highlighted, they aim to achieve 80% coverage of populated area by July 2026. 'While both networks will offer wholesale 5G services, U Mobile plans to introduce additional offerings. 'By tapping into TM's infrastructure, they can keep costs in check – a move that will ultimately benefit everyday consumers,' Fahmi told reporters on the sidelines after a partnership signing ceremony between U Mobile and TM today. U Mobile has appointed TM, the enabler of Digital Malaysia, as its key fibre backhaul partner to accelerate the deployment of its 5G network nationwide. The partnership agreement, valued at RM2.4 billion over 10 years, will see TM provide U Mobile with a comprehensive suite of backhaul infrastructure services, including fibre leased line access to U Mobile's 5G Radio Access Network, data centre and TM Edge Facility leasing for Points of Interconnect), and trunk leased line for inter-regional connectivity. With TM's extensive nationwide fibre footprint – spanning more than 740,000km and representing Malaysia's widest fibre backhaul coverage – U Mobile is poised to expedite the rollout of its Next Gen 5G network across the country. The strategic partnership will enable U Mobile to tap into TM's comprehensive 5G Mobile Backhaul Service, ensuring high network performance and reliable connectivity for both enterprises and consumers. Asked how the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will measure U Mobile and TM's promises based on cheaper, faster services, Fahmi said the government has established mechanisms to ensure pricing remains competitive, such as the Mandatory Standards on Access Pricing (MSAP), which is applied to TM. He said this is one of the key tools to regulate and maintain fair pricing in the market. 'We last reviewed the MSAP last year, and we plan to reassess it every two to three years. This mechanism allows the MCMC to ensure that ordinary consumers continue to enjoy better prices moving forward,' Fahmi said. Meanwhile, Wong said U Mobile is pleased to partner with TM for its fibre backhaul, noting that TM's extensive nationwide coverage will help accelerate U Mobile's 5G rollout across Malaysia. 'Together with TM and other partners, we are committed to reaching 80% coverage of populated areas within 12 months, while ensuring a superior 5G experience that is highly reliable, supports massive capacity and delivers ultra-fast speeds to benefit enterprises and consumers across Malaysia,' he said. Through the collaboration, U Mobile and TM are reinforcing their commitment to accelerating Malaysia's 5G connectivity, fostering digital innovation and empowering businesses and communities nationwide.
The Sun
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Fahmi: U Mobile-DNB collaboration crucial to successful rollout of second 5G network
KUALA LUMPUR: U Mobile has been directed to initiate discussions with Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB), the country's first 5G network provider, to ensure Malaysia's second 5G network achieves 80% coverage in populated areas by July 2026. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil sees the collaboration between U Mobile and DNB as a crucial step towards the successful rollout of the second 5G network – and potentially a third in the future – as part of Malaysia's broader efforts to strengthen digital infrastructure and enhance nationwide connectivity. 'Given that both U Mobile and DNB are leveraging Telekom Malaysia Bhd's (TM) extensive fibre backhaul, I don't see this as an issue for the government's goal of establishing a truly competitive dual 5G network. 'As U Mobile CEO Wong Heang Tuck highlighted, they aim to achieve 80% coverage of populated area by July 2026. 'While both networks will offer wholesale 5G services, U Mobile plans to introduce additional offerings. 'By tapping into TM's infrastructure, they can keep costs in check – a move that will ultimately benefit everyday consumers,' Fahmi told reporters on the sidelines after a partnership signing ceremony between U Mobile and TM today. U Mobile has appointed TM, the enabler of Digital Malaysia, as its key fibre backhaul partner to accelerate the deployment of its 5G network nationwide. The partnership agreement, valued at RM2.4 billion over 10 years, will see TM provide U Mobile with a comprehensive suite of backhaul infrastructure services, including fibre leased line access to U Mobile's 5G Radio Access Network, data centre and TM Edge Facility leasing for Points of Interconnect), and trunk leased line for inter-regional connectivity. With TM's extensive nationwide fibre footprint – spanning more than 740,000km and representing Malaysia's widest fibre backhaul coverage – U Mobile is poised to expedite the rollout of its Next Gen 5G network across the country. The strategic partnership will enable U Mobile to tap into TM's comprehensive 5G Mobile Backhaul Service, ensuring high network performance and reliable connectivity for both enterprises and consumers. Asked how the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will measure U Mobile and TM's promises based on cheaper, faster services, Fahmi said the government has established mechanisms to ensure pricing remains competitive, such as the Mandatory Standards on Access Pricing (MSAP), which is applied to TM. He said this is one of the key tools to regulate and maintain fair pricing in the market. 'We last reviewed the MSAP last year, and we plan to reassess it every two to three years. This mechanism allows the MCMC to ensure that ordinary consumers continue to enjoy better prices moving forward,' Fahmi said. Meanwhile, Wong said U Mobile is pleased to partner with TM for its fibre backhaul, noting that TM's extensive nationwide coverage will help accelerate U Mobile's 5G rollout across Malaysia. 'Together with TM and other partners, we are committed to reaching 80% coverage of populated areas within 12 months, while ensuring a superior 5G experience that is highly reliable, supports massive capacity and delivers ultra-fast speeds to benefit enterprises and consumers across Malaysia,' he said. Through the collaboration, U Mobile and TM are reinforcing their commitment to accelerating Malaysia's 5G connectivity, fostering digital innovation and empowering businesses and communities nationwide.
The Sun
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Govt will ensure telcos provide good services
KUALA LUMPUR: The government will ensure that telecommunication companies (telcos) deliver their promises of faster and cheaper services, guided by the Mandatory Standard on Access Pricing (MSAP), said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the mechanism enables the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission to ensure that ordinary consumers will always get a better price for services. 'We have mechanisms such as the MSAP, which we apply to Telekom Malaysia (TM). This helps to ensure that prices remain competitive. 'We last reviewed the MSAP last year, and it will be something that we review every two or three years,' he told reporters after the signing ceremony of the U Mobile Sdn Bhd-TM partnership here today. U Mobile Sdn Bhd has appointed TM as its key fibre backhaul partner to accelerate the deployment of its 5G network nationwide. Under the 10-year partnership agreement, worth RM2.4 billion, TM will provide U Mobile a comprehensive suite of backhaul infrastructure services, including fibre leased line access to U Mobile's 5G Radio Access Network, data centre and TM Edge Facility leasing for Points of Interconnect. According to Fahmi, the Ministry of Communications has asked U Mobile to discuss with Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) to explore possible network sharing arrangements for the benefit of consumers. 'I believe the collaboration (between U Mobile and TM) is a step in the right direction and a positive development that should be supported to ensure not only the sustainability of the telecommunications sector but also the industry's readiness to maintain a dynamic ecosystem,' he added.
Barnama
26-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Govt Will Ensure Telcos Provide Good Services
BUSINESS KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- The government will ensure that telecommunication companies (telcos) deliver their promises of faster and cheaper services, guided by the Mandatory Standard on Access Pricing (MSAP), said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the mechanism enables the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission to ensure that ordinary consumers will always get a better price for services. 'We have mechanisms such as the MSAP, which we apply to Telekom Malaysia (TM). This helps to ensure that prices remain competitive. "We last reviewed the MSAP last year, and it will be something that we review every two or three years," he told reporters after the signing ceremony of the U Mobile Sdn Bhd-TM partnership here today. U Mobile Sdn Bhd has appointed TM as its key fibre backhaul partner to accelerate the deployment of its 5G network nationwide. Under the 10-year partnership agreement, worth RM2.4 billion, TM will provide U Mobile a comprehensive suite of backhaul infrastructure services, including fibre leased line access to U Mobile's 5G Radio Access Network, data centre and TM Edge Facility leasing for Points of Interconnect. According to Fahmi, the Ministry of Communications has asked U Mobile to discuss with Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) to explore possible network sharing arrangements for the benefit of consumers. 'I believe the collaboration (between U Mobile and TM) is a step in the right direction and a positive development that should be supported to ensure not only the sustainability of the telecommunications sector but also the industry's readiness to maintain a dynamic ecosystem," he added. -- BERNAMA
New Straits Times
26-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
U Mobile, TM ink RM2.4bil deal to boost 5G rollout
KUALA LUMPUR: U Mobile Sdn Bhd has partnered with Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) to enhance the rollout of its Next Generation 5G network nationwide, in a deal valued at RM2.4 billion. Under this 10-year agreement, TM will provide U Mobile with leased fibre connectivity backhaul services. U Mobile chief executive officer (CEO) Wong Heang Tuck said the partnership further accelerate its 5G coverage deployment by utilising TM's expansive fibre network. "TM's network is the widest in Malaysia and we are committed to reaching 80 per cent coverage of populated areas within 12 months," Wong said in a statement. He said the agreement includes access to TM's infrastructure, such as the 5G radio access network, data centres, TM Edge facilities and trunk leased lines for regional connectivity. TM's fibre footprint spans more than 740,000 kilometres, providing what is described as the broadest backhaul coverage in the country. This collaboration underscores the central role of TM as the enabler of a Digital Malaysia, in line with the national aspiration to become a Digital Powerhouse by 2030, said its group CEO Amar Huzaimi Md Deris. "TM is proud to support U Mobile's 5G network with high-capacity fibre backhaul, which is the essential backbone of a resilient and high-performance 5G ecosystem across the nation," Amar said. The deal was formalised at a signing ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, witnessed by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Speaking after the event, Fahmi said the agreement would ultimately deliver tangible benefits for consumers, particularly in terms of affordability and service quality. "We have certain mechanisms in the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission in place to monitor and regulate prices. "A key tool is the mandatory standards on access pricing (MSAP), which is something we apply to major infrastructure providers such as TM, and review every 2–3 years," he added. Fahmi also highlighted that MSAP serves as a safeguard to keep service prices competitive and ensure telecom operators do not pass on excessive costs to consumers.
