Kuantan: Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd has appointed Maxis Berhad as the 4G and 5G mobile network infrastructure provider along the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) route, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil announced. The decision aims to optimize infrastructure usage, allowing service providers to enhance user experience and service quality.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, this collaboration represents a significant step in the government's efforts to integrate digital advancements with large-scale physical infrastructure projects, particularly high-impact initiatives like the ECRL. Fahmi made these remarks during the special launch of the ECRL Project's Golden Train and the presentation of appointment letters to the project's mobile network infrastructure provider at KotaSAS Station. The event was attended by Minister of Transport Anthony Loke, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, and other high-ranking officials.

Fahmi further explained that the Communications Ministry, via the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), will adopt a collaborative approach with the country's five major mobile network operators based on infrastructure-sharing principles. The initiative aligns with the government's policy of "Where There Is a Road, There Is Internet," ensuring connectivity along roads, highways, and key transport corridors, including the ECRL route.

He also mentioned that a Multi-Operator Core Network will be introduced and shared with other service providers such as CelcomDigi, Telekom Malaysia, and YTL. This integrated approach is expected to benefit ECRL passengers and strengthen network coverage along the corridor, including urban centers, transit-oriented developments, suburban, and rural areas. Upon completion, Maxis, along with CelcomDigi, U Mobile, YTL, and Telekom Malaysia, will provide 4G and 5G services to ECRL users.