This includes fibre optics connectivity, network resiliency, information and communications technology (ICT), internet of things (IoT), 5G and smart solutions.
In a joint statement today, Celcom said through the partnership, the parties will seek to accelerate the development of smart cities and create a better Malaysia through digital connectivity.
“The collaboration will enable a faster fibre infrastructure rollout by Allo, a leading fibre optic connectivity expert.
“It will also facilitate the rapid deployment of high-speed broadband in targeted industrial areas, network base stations, and fibre optic connectivity in Celcom-selected sites,” it said.
TNB president and CEO Baharin Din said by leveraging on TNB’s fibre optic infrastructure, spanning over 25,000km, both parties will have peninsula-wide coverage to support a rapid and cost-effective deployment of high-speed broadband connectivity services.
“Our role as the catalyst for the nation’s economy is closely related to the implementation of a modern, reliable and extensive connectivity network. This is underlined in the MoU between Allo and Celcom today.”
He said the reliable connectivity ecosystem offered by Allo and Celcom can be the driving force for comprehensive value creation across the industry, development of smart cities and the ability to transform the socio-economic landscape in Malaysia.
Meanwhile, Celcom CEO Idham Nawawi said the strategic partnership will leverage the strengths of both organisations towards the acceleration of digitalisation across Malaysian homes and enterprises, while significantly boosting network operational efficiency.
“The opportunity to provide high-quality and affordable fibre connectivity to homes across the nation is immense.
“Through this partnership, both parties can play a much larger role and have a significant impact on society,” he said.
The collaboration will also enable Allo and Celcom to drive connectivity and digitalisation across industries, with technology solutions and services such as ICT cybersecurity solutions, cloud services, data centres and managed services, as well as IoT smart city solutions.