EdgePoint, Celcom Timur partner to enable connectivity services throughout Sabah 

• CT Sabah to connect its network with EdgePoint’s infrastructure at 50 sites 
• Collaboration enables EdgePoint to provide fiberised structures for mobile network operators 

EdgePoint Towers Sdn Bhd, a division of EdgePoint Infrastructure, an ASEAN-based independent telecommunications infrastructure company, has partnered with Celcom Timur Sabah (CT Sabah) to provide last-mile infrastructure, as part of their commitment to enhancing connectivity in East Malaysia.

Through this partnership, CT Sabah will connect its backbone network with EdgePoint’s telecommunications infrastructure at an estimated 50 sites in Sabah. This collaboration will also enable EdgePoint to offer complete fiberised structures for mobile network operators by connecting their existing and upcoming structures across the state to CT Sabah's fibre network.

Muniff Kamaruddin, CEO of EdgePoint Towers Sdn Bhd stated, “EdgePoint is pleased to announce our collaboration with Celcom Timur Sabah to focus on providing reliable  connectivity through last-mile infrastructure. By combining the strengths of EdgePoint and CT Sabah, we are able to build robust digital infrastructure that will bring meaningful connectivity to the people of Sabah. This is in line with our commitment to support national digitalisation efforts and promote digital equity in our country.”

Meanwhile, Zurinah Datuk Hanafiah, CEO of Celcom Timur Sabah shared, “CT Sabah looks forward to this collaborative partnership with EdgePoint, recognizing the mutual benefit of leveraging each other’s expertise. This alliance will bolster CT Sabah's ongoing efforts to expand connectivity throughout Sabah. Furthermore, it will propel the advancement of digitalisation, fostering development and innovation within the region."

EdgePoint currently owns 1500 sites in Malaysia, out of which 71 are in East Malaysia.