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Lightning-Fast Internet Coming to Penang Homes: Maxis Unveils Major Expansion
Hold onto your keyboards, Penang residents! Malaysia's top telecom service provider, Maxis, has dropped a buzzworthy announcement: a massive fiber network expansion right in our backyard! Over 100,000 homes will soon experience high-speed internet by 2027[1].
The city's digital life is about to level up, as the project, already in motion as of May 2025, will unfold over the next two years. Exciting times, huh?
The initiative primarily targets residential areas[2], focusing on bridging connectivity gaps in underserved neighborhoods. In fact, this Penang expansion is meant to increase Maxis' nationwide fiber reach by a whopping 20%[3], covering more places than ever before. Neat, isn't it?
But enough chit-chat, let's dive into the deets. The project will prioritize urban centers such as Jelutong, George Town, Batu Maung, Bayan Lepas, and Bayan Baru, as well as key locations on Mainland Penang[1]. Construction is expected to kick off in the third quarter of 2025, subject to approvals from local authorities[1].
Maxis' CEO, Goh Seow Eng, is thrilled about the collaboration with the Penang State Government and can't wait to hit the ground running[1]. With scalability up to 10 gigabits per second[1], expect those uploads and downloads to happen at the speed of light!
Get this, digital diehards—Maxis' expansion in Penang is made possible by the Penang State Government's innovative Last Mile Connectivity Guidelines[3]. Fun fact: this initiative could set the bar for similar projects nationwide, positioning Penang as a smart city pioneer[3].
In his address, Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow reaffirmed the importance of public-private sector synergy in driving digital transformation[4]. He emphasized that, in today's digital age, fast, stable, and widespread internet is no longer a luxury, but a necessity[4].
Maxis' foray into Penang demonstrates the private sector's active role in spurring digital growth and fostering a tech-savvy society[4]. By offering fast, secure, and reliable internet access, Maxis aims to empower Penangites to seize opportunities in the digital economy—whether it's education, remote work, digital entrepreneurship, or innovative development[4].
So, here's to a brighter, more connected future for Penang! Stay tuned for updates on Maxis' rollout progress; their investor relations materials would be your best bet[2][3]. Go team Maxis! 🥳🚀💡💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻💻
- The Penang State Government's collaboration with Maxis, a leading tech company, will see the expansion of a massive fiber network, aiming to connect over 100,000 homes by 2027.
- The project, focusing on bridging connectivity gaps in underserved neighborhoods, will increase Maxis' nationwide fiber reach by 20%.
- Urban centers like Jelutong, George Town, Batu Maung, Bayan Lepas, and Bayan Baru, as well as key locations on Mainland Penang, will be priority areas for the fiber network expansion.
- Construction, set to commence in the third quarter of 2025, will unfold over the next two years, subject to local authorities' approvals.
- With scalability up to 10 gigabits per second, this project could potentially revolutionize the region's digital lifestyle, offering fast, secure, and reliable internet access.
- The Penang State Government's innovative Last Mile Connectivity Guidelines are key to Maxis' expansion, and this initiative could set the standard for similar projects in Malaysia, positioning Penang as a smart city pioneer.
- Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow emphasizes that fast, stable, and widespread internet is no longer a luxury but a necessity for education, remote work, digital entrepreneurship, and innovative development in today's digital economy.
- By empowering Penangites with this improved connectivity, Maxis is proactively contributing to the spur of digital growth and fostering Penang's transformation into a tech-savvy society.
