U Mobile secures CIMB support for Malaysia’s second 5G network rollout
The partnership is set to enhance Malaysia’s technological infrastructure and digital economy, positioning U Mobile as a key player in the country’s telecommunications landscape.

U Mobile has secured financial backing from CIMB Bank to support its role as the country’s second 5G network provider. The two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate the 5G rollout, with the partnership aligning with Malaysia’s digitalisation goals and aspirations for high-income status.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) recently approved U Mobile as the second 5G provider, signalling a shift from a single-operator 5G model to a dual-network setup. That move follows the government’s decision to diversify network providers after Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB), initially the sole 5G operator, laid the foundation for 5G infrastructure in Malaysia.
U Mobile plans to establish 5,000 to 7,000 new 5G sites and enhance its existing 4G infrastructure to benefit enterprises, consumers, and the public sector. The company is also expected to collaborate with other operators to facilitate the rollout and expand 5G coverage across the country.
CIMB Bank has expressed its commitment to supporting digital innovation through 5G, underscoring the importance of such collaborations for advancing Malaysia’s technological infrastructure. That partnership is set to contribute significantly to Malaysia’s digital economy and its aspirations for a connected, high-tech future. By expanding 5G coverage and enhancing its network, U Mobile positions itself to play a key role in shaping Malaysia’s telecommunications landscape.