• U Mobile and Melaka ICT Holdings (MICTH) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expedite the telco’s Next Gen 5G deployment in Melaka, supporting U Mobile’s target to reach 80% nationwide CoPA by H2 2026

• The collaboration will see MICTH providing U Mobile with access to its tower and site infrastructure, with both parties working together to develop an efficient process for implementing 5G sites to accelerate coverage expansion

Kuala Lumpur, 17 July 2025 – U Mobile, Malaysia’s Next Gen 5G network provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Melaka ICT Holdings Sdn Bhd (MICTH), the state-backed company of Melaka, to accelerate the deployment of its Next Gen 5G network in the state of Melaka, reinforcing U Mobile’s ability to achieve its target of 80% nationwide coverage of populated areas (CoPA) by H2 2026.

The collaboration will see MICTH providing U Mobile with access to its tower and site infrastructure, as well as comprehensive support to expedite site implementations throughout the state. Both parties will also leverage respective expertise to establish an efficient process for 5G site deployment, enabling faster and broader coverage expansion. 

“We are pleased to have the full support of MICTH as part of our growing list of collaborators who are key to the rollout of our Next Gen 5G network. As Melaka's state-backed ICT leader, MICTH plays a vital role in accelerating deployment in the state, supporting our ambition to achieve 80% nationwide CoPA by H2 2026. Through this MoU, 5G connectivity in Melaka will be enhanced for both consumers and enterprises alike. U Mobile’s Next Gen 5G network will also help advance Melaka’s digital transformation agenda and drive the growth of its digital economy,” said Woon Ooi Yuen, U Mobile’s Chief Technology Officer.

“MICTH values its strategic partnership with U Mobile in accelerating the deployment of 5G in Melaka. MICTH remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring seamless and inclusive connectivity across the state, supporting Melaka’s digital transformation and infrastructure development for the benefit of the economy and the people of Melaka,” said Dr. Nazdiana Ab. Wahab, MICTH’s Chief Executive Officer.

The MoU exchange ceremony took place during Majlis Apresiasi dan Sinergi Telekomunikasi Negeri Melaka, held at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur. The exchange was represented by Woon Ooi Yuen, U Mobile’s Chief Technology Officer; Jaime Chee Kar Yean, U Mobile’s Head of Network Programs and Rollout; Dr Nazdiana binti Abd Wahab, MICTH’s Chief Executive Officer; and YB Datuk Fairul Nizam bin Roslan, EXCO Science, Technology, Innovation, and Digital Communication of Melaka. The exchange was witnessed by Yang Amat Berhormat Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf bin Yusoh, Chief Minister of Melaka and YB Dato’ Azhar bin Haji Arshad, State Secretary of Melaka.