TM Annual Report 2024
E M P O W E R I N G
The Future
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PIONEERING.
WINNING.
REVITALISING.

TM is entering the next phase of transformation, driven by its aspiration to become a Digital Powerhouse by 2030, while positioning Malaysia as the digital hub for ASEAN. This journey is guided by our PWR 2030 strategy — Pioneer, Win and Revitalise — reflecting our commitment to Empowering the Future.

TOTAL DIVIDEND PAYOUT

RM 1.19
BILLION
31 SEN PER SHARE

2024
SNAPSHOT

TOTAL REVENUE

RM0

billion
GROUP PATAMI

RM0

billion
EBIT

RM0.0

billion

>0,000 km

Domestic fibre cables

0

Points of Presence (PoPs)

>0,000 km*

Submarine cables with 33 submarine cable systems

0.0

Data centres

DROVE HYBRID
CLOUD-ADOPTION

for large-scale enterprises
* Details of the submarine cable systems can be found on pages 12 to 13.
Business-to-Consumer (B2C)

0 million

Fixed broadband customers*

>0,000

MSME customers

>0 million

Fixed broadband customers subscribing to mobile and content services^
* Represents fixed broadband customer base comprising B2C, B2B and C2C segments. ^ Customers can opt to subscribe to mobile, content or both. This is in line with our role as Malaysia's Convergence Champion.
Business-to-Business (B2B)

~0

Government customers

~0

Enterprises
Carrier-to-Carrier (C2C)

0

Malaysian service providers

0

International telcos, OTT, hyperscalers

~0

Content Delivery Network (CDN) nodes worldwide

~0,000

Warga TM

0%

Women on Board

>0%

Women in Senior Management

~0,000

Employees trained on health and safety standards
S&P Global ESG

0/100

Spending on local suppliers

0%

Investment in community impact programmes management

RM0

million
FTSE4Good

0 out of 4 stars

WHO WE ARE &
WHERE WE ARE HEADED

As the leading convergence and digital technology provider, TM is at the forefront of the nation's digital transformation, bringing technology advancement to Malaysia and Malaysia to the world.

Established in 1946 as the Malayan Telecommunications Department, TM has shaped Malaysia's telecommunications landscape and played a crucial role to accelerate the nation's digital economy. As the country's longest-serving and most trusted digital provider, TM continues to empower communities, businesses and the Government.

Today, TM stands as Malaysia's Convergence Champion with the only quad-play services, while driving digital transformation across industries and enabling seamless border-to-border connectivity. As part of our commitment to transforming Malaysia into a Digital Nation, we aspire to become a Digital Powerhouse by 2030 — leveraging advanced technologies to elevate the lives of all Malaysians.

WORDS FROM
OUR LEADERS

DATO' ZAINAL ABIDIN PUTIH

CHAIRMAN

At TM, we are committed to more than simply delivering connectivity. We see ourselves as facilitators of national progress—driving inclusive digital transformation that empowers enterprises, enriches communities and bolsters economic resilience.

With emerging technologies such as Generative AI (Gen AI), cloud computing and 5G accelerating across global markets, governments, businesses and consumers are rapidly adapting to a more digital and interconnected future.

The Malaysian Government's RM2.8 billion digital investment reinforces the nation's commitment to accelerating this shift. At TM, we are fully aligned with this vision—staying agile, expanding our capabilities and setting new benchmarks in service excellence to ensure that Malaysia remains at the forefront of the digital economy.

AMAR HUZAIMI MD DERIS

MD/GCEO

2024 was a defining year for TM, marking the first year of executing our PWR 2030 strategy. Despite an increasingly competitive market, we delivered an encouraging financial performance, a testament to our execution capabilities, operational efficiencies and commitment to advancing Malaysia's digital agenda.

Our strong fundamentals, together with attractive dividend distributions, contributed to positive market sentiment in 2024. We saw our market capitalisation rise nearly 20% from RM21.3 billion at the beginning of the year to RM25.5 billion as at 31 December 2024, demonstrating our resilience and commitment to creating value for shareholders.

TM is not just adapting to change — we are leading it, charting a clear path towards our aspiration of becoming a Digital Powerhouse by 2030, while cementing Malaysia's position as ASEAN's leading digital hub.

AHMAD FAIRUS RAHIM

GCFO

TM operates in a rapidly evolving and uncertain market. Yet, we met all financial guidance targets in 2024, delivering sustained profitability while continuing to drive Malaysia's digital progress. Our strategy was anchored on financial resilience, revenue growth and long-term investments — ensuring that we remained profitable while preparing for the future.

TOP ACHIEVEMENTS IN 2024

Revenue

RM11.7 billion

FY2023: RM11.7 billion
EBIT

RM2.3 billion

FY2023: RM2.1 billion
GROUP PATAMI

RM2.0 billion

FY2023: RM1.9 billion
CAPEX

RM1.6 billion

FY2023: RM1.9 billion

VALUE CREATION
BUSINESS MODEL

INPUT
  • RM25.5 billion market capitalisation
  • RM21.2 billion total assets
  • RM2.2 billion Free Cash Flow
  • RM1.6 billion Capex
OUTPUT
  • Total Dividend Payout: RM1.19 billion (31 sen per share)
  • Dividend increased 6 sen per share
  • Return of equity: 20.9%
IMPACTS

INPUT
  • >740,000km fibre optic cables nationwide
  • ~160 CDN nodes worldwide
  • 33 submarine cables
  • 4 data centres in Malaysia
  • 1 regional data centre in HK
OUTPUT
  • 3.2 million fixed broadband customers* & >400,000 MSME customers
  • >1 million fixed broadband customers subscribing to mobile and content services^

* Represents fixed broadband customer base comprising B2C, B2B and C2C segments.
^ Customers can opt to subscribe to mobile, content or both. This is in line with our role as Malaysia's Convergence Champion.

IMPACTS

INPUT
  • Close to 80 years' experience as a leading digital provider
  • RM56.9 million in R&D
  • 193 researchers
OUTPUT
  • >35 awards
  • 20 smart solutions clusters
IMPACTS

INPUT
  • 18,309 Warga TM
  • >RM20 million invested in training and development
  • Increased women representation in senior management to 35%
OUTPUT
  • 16,098 Warga TM trained, with a total of 812,430 hours of training delivered
  • Achieved a low risk rating. (Likelihood is 20% lower than the National Incident Rate)
  • Zero work-related employee fatalities, over the last three (3) years
  • 35% women in senior management
IMPACTS

INPUT
  • >2,000 active suppliers
  • RM40 million invested in community development
OUTPUT
  • RM2.7 billion in total contributions to local suppliers
  • 95,610 beneficiaries impacted through community development programmes
IMPACTS

INPUT
  • 420,913 MWh energy consumed
  • 132 megalitres water drawn from municipal water suppliers
OUTPUT
  • 40% reduction in water consumption
  • TM's carbon emissions reduction improved by 30% from 2019 baseline
IMPACTS

Strategy
in action

EMBARKING ON PWR 2030 TO DRIVE LONG-TERM SUCCESS

As Malaysia's national connectivity and digital infrastructure provider, TM is poised to take up the role of leading and shaping the digital innovation to position Malaysia as a leading digital hub for ASEAN.

P
PIONEER

Pioneering industry growth through digitalisation and sustainability by pushing the boundaries of innovation and setting new industry standards.

W
Winning

Winning the infrastructure leadership position in high-impact areas serving communities, businesses and the Government by becoming the go-to-provider for high-end infrastructure and services, including 5G.

R
Revitalising

Revitalising digital talent and innovation ecosystem, positioning Malaysia as a hub for digital advancements by supporting entrepreneurs and innovators.

Delivering
Business Value

 
 

In 2024, Unifi continued to contribute to the nation's digital transformation by expanding digital connectivity, bridging the digital divide and supporting digital inclusivity, while driving sustainable innovation.

Revenue

RM0 million↓0.5%

2023: RM5,664.0 million
Fixed Broadband Customers*

0 million

2023: 3.1 million

>0 million

Fixed broadband customers subscribing to mobile and content services^

* Represents fixed broadband customer base comprising B2C, B2B and C2C segments.
^ Customers can opt to subscribe to mobile, content or both. This is in line with our role as Malaysia's Convergence Champion.

Our PWR 2030 Strategy is deeply embedded in our B2B offerings, shaping our initiatives and guiding our efforts to deliver greater value across Malaysia’s business ecosystem.

Revenue

RM0 million↑0.7%

2023: RM2,885.4 million
Total Governmental Customers

~0

2023: ~1,900
Total Enterprise Customers

~0

2023: ~4,800

Beyond Malaysia, TM Global has built a dynamic digital ecosystem that fuels innovation and accelerates the adoption of next-generation digital solutions.

Revenue

RM0 million↓0.4%

2023: RM3,073.0 million
Total Customers

~0

2023: 809
Domestic

0

2023: 179
International

0

2023: 630

Multimedia University (MMU), TM's education arm and Malaysia's first private university, plays a pivotal role in our nation-building efforts by nurturing talents and advancing digital proficiency.

Revenue

RM0 million

0-1200

QS World University Rankings

0

Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings

‘Best Institution Award’

at the MOHE Entrepreneurship Awards

0

Total student population in 2024

0

Total graduates as of 2024

0

New graduates in 2024

0

New students enrolled in 2024

Driving Sustainable And
Meaningful Impacts

Our sustainability journey has significantly evolved over the years but it remains as an essential part in the way we do our business.

At TM, we are guided by clear strategies, framework and policies as we integrate sustainability into our core operations, ensuring that our growth delivers long-term value for our stakeholders - driving a greener, smarter and more inclusive Digital Malaysia.

Sustainability Objectives

Enable Sustainable Growth for
Customers & the Community

We deliver digital solutions, high-quality network connectivity, complemented by excellent customer experience to help customers achieve their sustainability goals.

Driving Innovation Through R&D

RM0 million

investment in cutting-edge R&D technologies to solve operational issues and co-create new solutions.
Customer Excellence

0  NPS

better than Ipsos Global Norm benchmark for broadband and telco industry.

We strive to close the digital gap and promote digital inclusivity within the communities by providing everyone access to high- speed connectivity, so they are able to enjoy benefits of digital technologies.

Education & Capacity Building:

RM0 million

Scholarships & financial aid invested, benefitting 6,908 students
Contribution to Community Programmes

RM0 million

of corporate donations/community investments made including 17 not-for-profit organisations (NPOs) through YTM
Ensure Business Resilience within
TM & Our Value Chain

We manage our environmental impacts and resources with mitigation strategies.

Environment

0%

carbon emission reduced

We highlight our commitment towards the health & safety of our people, fair employment as well as prioritise the personal and professional development of our Warga TM.

Employee Satisfaction and Well-being

0

Organisational Health Index (OHI)
Learning & development for Warga TM

>RM0 million

Invested on training and development

We establish trust with stakeholders by actively embracing and enforcing ethical business practices encompassing areas of procurement, cyber resilience, responsible communication and overall good governance.

0 jobs and

90 Bumiputera vendors
were supported, elevating their skills and market competitiveness
Supplier Satisfaction Index (SSI)

Increased to  0

from 7.9 in 2023
Procurement Maturity Index (PMI)

Improved to  0

compared to 8.0 in 2023

Our
Governance

Our Board continues to align TM's role as a public listed company (PLC) and government-linked company (GLC) whilst playing a key role in driving national initiatives towards Digital Malaysia, ensuring sustainable development through connectivity and technology, while providing support to the nation through various Corporate Responsibility initiatives.

THE THREE PRINCIPLES UNDER MCCG

In discharging its roles and responsibilities, the Board is mindful of the need to protect the interests of all stakeholders, stemming from the Board's principal responsibility of promoting the Company's long-term success and delivering sustainable value to our shareholders.

The Board assumes overall responsibility and accountability for the smooth functioning of core processes involving Board governance, business value and ethical oversight.

It also collectively takes responsibility for the Company's leadership to meet the objectives and goals of the Company. Board activities are structured to provide the Directors with effective management oversight to support the MD/GCEO and Management team.

BAC ToR that establishes the powers, duties and responsibilities of the committee is incorporated in the Board Charter, which is accessible on the Company's official website at www.tm.com.my.

Among the key activities of the BAC during FY2024 were as follows:
  1. Financial reporting
  2. Governance
  3. COI
  4. Significant judgements and issues
  5. External audit
  6. Internal Audit
  7. RPT & RRPT
  8. Internal control
  9. Integrity & Ethics

An Internal Communication Policy and Best Practices facilitates the management and dissemination of accurate and timely information to stakeholders.

The Policy, based on openness and transparency, two-way communication, accountability, timeliness, accuracy and simplicity, ensures compliance with the disclosure requirements of the Main LR and other relevant laws.

This is to ensure timely and effective communication on the Group's performance and position are conveyed clearly to all the

Several engagements have been executed with key shareholders, institutional investors, analysts, fund managers and other market participants, including the general public. Amongst others:
  1. Analyst briefing via teleconferencing with a presentation from
  2. The MD/GCEO and GCFO
  3. Investor spotlight sessions
  4. Conferences/Group meetings
  5. Feedback from queries

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