REDtone Digital Bhd and SpaceX have entered into an authorised reseller agreement to bring Starlink satellite-based high-speed internet services to Malaysia.
REDtone, an integrated telecommunications and digital infrastructure services provider, highlighted its capability to rapidly deploy Starlink’s broadband services to users in remote and challenging geographical locations, leveraging its team of over 150 dedicated engineers nationwide, according to Bernama.
Lau Bik Soon, the CEO of REDtone, emphasised the company’s proficiency as a network integrator, enabling the seamless provision of satellite-based services to government and enterprise customers.
The company is strategically targeting sectors such as oil and gas, telecommunications, shipping and maritime, financial services, and plantations, anticipating these sectors to be significant drivers of satellite market growth in Malaysia.
Lau stated that REDtone is aligning with the government’s vision of achieving 100% internet access in populated areas and addressing the approximately 3% of the population residing in areas with limited or no internet connectivity.
The aim is to bridge the broadband gap through satellite connectivity, fostering economic growth, providing access to education and healthcare, and enhancing public safety.
The satellite market in Malaysia is projected to reach RM19.7 billion by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 10.9%.
SpaceX has currently deployed 5,000 Starlink satellites in orbit, with the introduction of Gen 2 satellites aimed at providing comprehensive digital support across the country, connecting previously unconnected areas and narrowing the digital divide.
As of September 2023, Starlink has successfully connected over two million active customers in more than 60 countries. SpaceX, headquartered in Hawthorne, California, is an American spacecraft manufacturer, launch service provider, defence contractor, and satellite communications company.
