CelcomDigi has officially submitted its proposal for the deployment of Malaysia’s second 5G network to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).
This move underscores the company’s dedication to advancing 5G technology and accelerating its adoption among both consumers and businesses.
Datuk Idham Nawawi, the Chief Executive Officer of CelcomDigi, emphasised the company’s commitment to building a cutting-edge 5G network.
“We believe that we have submitted a compelling case to deploy Malaysia’s second 5G network – either alone or in partnership with others – towards ensuring a thriving 5G ecosystem built for the nation,” he stated in a press release.
CelcomDigi highlighted its capability to deliver an affordable, fast, and efficient rollout of the second 5G network.
The company leverages its extensive experience of over 30 years in efficiently executing large-scale mobile infrastructure projects.
The telco said they are currently operating Malaysia’s most extensive and modern 4G network, and they are well-prepared to facilitate the rapid deployment of a world-class 5G network.
This effort is supported by a highly skilled engineering team, an extensive supply chain, and a vast network of tower and infrastructure partners, CelcomDigi says.
The telco added that by the end of this year, more than two-thirds of its network will be modernised, positioning it as the country’s largest and most advanced digital network.
CelcomDigi said that its 18,000-site strong, 5G-ready network, is poised to enable the swift deployment of 5G and 5G-Advanced technology across its wide footprint, making it one of the largest advanced 5G networks in the region.
CelcomDigi stated that they are also leveraging its extensive and growing ecosystem of global and local technology partners, along with knowledge transfer from its shareholders Axiata and Telenor, to drive rapid innovation in new emerging technology solutions for consumers and enterprises.
In addition, the telco recently launched its state-of-the-art CelcomDigi AI Experience Centre (AiX).
This one-stop immersive innovation and collaboration hub aims to lead, inspire, and advance the creation of world-class digital solutions across various sectors and verticals.
