edotco to boost connectivity in Kedah with new towers

By Digital News Asia July 31, 2018

Allow expansion into Kedah with a portfolio of 225 telecommunications towers
Aims to improve the operational efficiency of tower infrastructure in the state

edotco to boost connectivity in Kedah with new towers

EDOTCO Malaysia Sdn Bhd, an integrated telecommunications infrastructure services company has completed the acquisition of an 80% stake of Tanjung Digital Sdn Bhd. Transacted at RM140 million, this will allow edotco to expand its presence into Kedah with a portfolio of 225 telecommunications towers.

With a growing presence in Malaysia and the region, edotco has been rolling out next-generation infrastructure that is capable of meeting increased coverage and capacity requirements.

Through this acquisition edotco aims to improve the operational efficiency of tower infrastructure in Kedah, reinforcing its commitment of supporting fast and reliable coverage in the nation.

“Connectivity is a cornerstone of a state’s economic and social progress. As such, it is crucial that we have the right infrastructure in place to ensure seamless and wider network reach.

“By expanding our presence in Kedah, we will work with the entire ecosystem to ensure network providers are able to strengthen their service quality and network footprint across the state,” said edotco Group chief regional officer Wan Zainal Adileen.

Commenting on the acquisition, Tanjung Digital director Mohd Azam Saad said “We are encouraged by the prospects of edotco’s expansion in the state. This acquisition will allow Kedah’s telecommunication industry to benefit from edotco’s regional expertise in end-to-end tower solution services.

“The infrastructure enhancements edotco is set to offer will help to spur rapid development and operational improvement of the state’s telecoms infrastructure.”

“Currently, Kedah’s lower tower density in comparison to Malaysia’s average impacts the quality of network connectivity. edotco recognises the need to narrow this gap.

“To enable consistent and quality network services, we will scale-up our operations and accelerate tower build. Our commitment to ensuring greater connectivity across Malaysia will help bridge the digital divide while moving the country forward into the digital age,” added Wan Zainal.

Over the years, edotco has been a key player in enhancing connectivity through the development of telecommunications infrastructure in the country.

Its solutions and infrastructure innovations have helped reduce network rollout costs, manage overall energy usage and eased infrastructure operations for network operators.