GEORGE TOWN, Maxis Bhd has partnered with property developer IJM Perennial Development Sdn Bhd and GlobalComm Telecommunications Sdn Bhd to deliver integrated mobile and fixed connectivity to Penang’s waterfront mixed-use development, The Light City.
In a statement today, Maxis said it will also collaborate with IJM Perennial and GlobalComm to develop smart city solutions powered by 5G-Advanced and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to equip The Light City to be a future-ready development for its residents and businesses.
Maxis chief executive officer (CEO) Goh Seow Eng said the partnership positions The Light City at the forefront of technology, facilitating the adoption of innovative applications and services while enhancing overall living.
“It also enhances the experience for the residents and businesses of this iconic development. As Malaysia’s leading integrated telco, we are committed to providing fast, secure, and reliable connectivity,” he said.
The partnership was formalised at a memorandum o
f understanding (MoU) signing ceremony held recently at The Light City, in the presence of Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
IJM Perennial, the master developer of The Light City, is a joint venture between IJM Corporation Bhd and Perennial Holdings Private Limited.
Meanwhile, IJM Corporation group CEO and managing director Lee Chun Fai said The Light City reflects the company’s commitment to thoughtful urban development that meets the evolving needs of the community.
“By partnering with Maxis and GlobalComm, we are equipping The Light City with essential 5G-ready infrastructure, ensuring robust connectivity that not only strengthens its position as a hub for business and leisure but also future-proofs the state’s digital infrastructure which aligns with the government’s digitalisation objectives,” he said.
GlobalComm managing director Stuart Kang highlighted that the partnership reinforces their commitment to providing comprehensive connectivity solutions, catering to the diverse ICT requirements of c
ommunities and development projects in the country.
Scheduled for phased completion starting in quarter one of 2025, The Light City will feature Penang’s largest convention centre, the state’s biggest waterfront mall, international hotels, commercial and office towers, and luxury high-rise residences.
The Light City is poised to be one of the catalysts for Penang’s economic growth, attracting both domestic and international visitors.
Source: BERNAMA News Agency