16 Aug 2024
TM AND TANAH MAKMUR COLLABORATE TO BRING HIGH-SPEED CONNECTIVITY TO FLAGSHIP KOTASAS DEVELOPMENT
KUALA LUMPUR, 16 AUGUST 2024 – TM via its leading digital convergence arm, Unifi, is collaborating with Tanah Makmur Berhad, to provide fibre broadband services to more than 1,700 residences at the flagship Kota Sultan Ahmad Shah (KotaSAS) township in Bandar Baru, Kuantan.
The agreement was exchanged between Unifi’s Vice President for Product & Innovation Armizy Abdullah Shukri, and Tanah Makmur’s Group CEO YH. Dato’ Shahrul Nizam Abdul Aziz, witnessed by YB. Dato’ Ir. Razali bin Kassim, EXCO, Pahang State Public Works, Transport and Health, and YH. Dato’ Kamarul’ Arifin bin Ahmad, Pahang State Investment Officer.
Leveraging TM’s role as the nation’s leading digital infrastructure provider, Unifi will provide customised high speed broadband plans to residences. Homeowners and residents will have access to Unifi’s broadband services immediately, empowering their digital lifestyles. The inclusion of broadband services will also reinforce KotaSAS’ proposition to deliver high-value properties with reliable connectivity, strengthening its status as Pahang’s new administrative centre.
Anand Vijayan, TM’s Chief Business & Consumer Officer, said, “Unifi is committed to providing the best digital infrastructure and connectivity services, enhancing the quality of life and economic opportunities within the KotaSAS community. This partnership will offer the same unmatched value, seamless integration, and superior customer support that we promise all our customers. This is another milestone in TM’s efforts to empower Malaysians with digital access for a better future, and aligns with our Digital Powerhouse aspiration to advance Malaysia for the next digital revolution.”
YH. Dato’ Shahrul Nizam added, “We are pleased to work with TM and Unifi once more in delivering a seamless customer experience, ensuring future residents benefit from high-speed connectivity. The introduction of fibre broadband is just the beginning of our journey towards elevating KotaSAS as Pahang’s new administrative and economic capital, setting the stage for future smart city initiatives, energy-efficient systems, and digital public services. With digital services transforming homes, communities and businesses, KotaSAS is poised to not only be Pahang’s foremost township, but a central hub for socio-economic growth in the East Coast region.”
In addition to fibre broadband, KotaSAS residents will also gain access to Unifi’s converged offerings including the best 5G & 4G mobile services, the largest platform of premier channels and streaming apps in Malaysia, as well as comprehensive smart home solutions. Recently named the Best Home Broadband Service Provider at the 2024 PC.com Awards, Unifi continues to innovate and deliver outstanding services and value to communities throughout Malaysia.
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