MELAKA, October 20 – Melaka ICT Holdings (MICTH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Maxis, Malaysia’s leading integrated telco, to enhance broadband infrastructure across the state. The collaboration focuses on increasing broadband capacity through the fiberisation of mobile sites and expanding fibre-to-the-premise (FTTP) coverage for homes and businesses. This initiative is part of Melaka’s ongoing efforts to improve digital connectivity in line with the state’s Smart Melaka Blueprint 2035.
As the preferred technology partner, Maxis will leverage its expertise to bolster digital services at public offices and community centres, driving the state’s digitalisation agenda. Chief Minister of Melaka, YAB Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf Yusoh, witnessed the MoU signing at the Smart Melaka International Conference & Exhibition 2024 (SMIX2024), marking a significant step forward for the state’s digital transformation.
The partnership between MICTH and Maxis aims to support Melaka’s goal of becoming a Smart City by 2035, catalysing innovation and improving quality of life for residents through enhanced connectivity and digital services. MICTH CEO Dr. Nazdiana Ab. Wahab and Maxis CEO Goh Seow Eng were present at the event to formalise the collaboration.
