Axiata Group Berhad is a leading Malaysian telecommunications conglomerate with operations across Asia. Tracing its roots to Telekom Malaysia's mobile division, the company was spun off in 2008 and has since expanded through mergers and acquisitions, including the landmark merger with Telenor's Asian operations in 2022.
Celcom (now part of Axiata) is established as Malaysia's first mobile phone operator, laying the foundation for Axiata's mobile network business. #telecom #malaysia
Telekom Malaysia launches TM Touch, a mobile service that later evolves into Celcom's GSM network. #telecom #history
Celcom acquires TRI (Technology Resources Industries), strengthening its market position in Malaysia's mobile sector. #telecom #acquisition
Telekom Malaysia establishes TM International as a holding company for its mobile operations abroad, including in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Indonesia. #telecom #expansion
TM International is demerged and listed on Bursa Malaysia as a separate entity, setting the stage for Axiata Group. #telecom #ipo
TM International is rebranded to Axiata Group Berhad, with a new identity focusing on Asian mobile markets. #telecom #branding
Dato' Sri Jamaludin Ibrahim is appointed as CEO, leading Axiata's regional expansion and strategic growth. #leadership #telecom
Axiata acquires a controlling stake in Spice Communications in India, expanding into a major market. #telecom #acquisition
Axiata forms edotco, a tower company to manage its telecom infrastructure, later becoming a leading tower operator in Asia. #telecom #infrastructure
Celcom is merged into Axiata's Malaysian mobile business, consolidating operations under one brand. #telecom #merger
Axiata acquires a 28.5% stake in Singapore's M1, diversifying its portfolio into Singapore's competitive market. #telecom #acquisition )
Axiata sells its stake in Spice Communications to Idea Cellular, exiting the Indian market due to regulatory challenges. #telecom #strategy
Axiata establishes Axiata Digital to drive digital services and innovation across the group. #digital #telecom
Axiata acquires a 60% stake in Nepal's Ncell, expanding into the South Asian market. #telecom #acquisition
Axiata Digital launches Boost, a mobile e-wallet service in Malaysia, entering fintech. #fintech #digital )
Axiata increases its stake in Dialog Axiata to majority control, solidifying leadership in Sri Lanka. #telecom #acquisition
Axiata and Telenor announce discussions for a merger of their Malaysian units (Celcom and Digi), but it is delayed. #telecom #merger
Axiata sells its stake in Singapore's M1, focusing on core markets. #telecom #divestment
Axiata merges its Bangladeshi operation (Robi) with Airtel Bangladesh, becoming the second-largest operator in Bangladesh. #telecom #merger )
Tan Sri Azman Hj. Mokhtar is appointed as Chairman, bringing experience from Khazanah Nasional. #leadership #telecom
Celcom begins 5G trials in Malaysia, positioning Axiata for next-generation networks. #5G #telecom
Axiata sells its stake in Nepal's Ncell to Satish Lal Acharya, exiting the country. #telecom #divestment
Axiata invests in Indonesian broadband provider LINK Net, expanding fixed-line services. #telecom #investment
Axiata unveils its 5G strategy across markets, aiming for inclusive connectivity. #5G #telecom
Dato' Mohamad Idros succeeds Jamaludin Ibrahim as Group CEO, continuing Axiata's transformation. #leadership #telecom
Axiata and Telenor restart merger negotiations for Celcom and Digi in Malaysia, aiming to create a stronger player. #telecom #merger
Axiata takes a stake in Yes 5G (YTL Communications) to accelerate 5G rollout. #5G #telecom
Axiata and Telenor announce a landmark merger of their Asian mobile operations (excluding Malaysia), forming a giant with over 300 million subscribers. #telecom #merger
Axiata sells a 21% stake in edotco to a consortium, raising funds for growth. #telecom #infrastructure
Malaysian regulators approve the merger of Celcom and Digi, creating CelcomDigi, a joint venture between Axiata and Telenor. #telecom #merger
CelcomDigi Bhd begins operations as a combined entity, with Axiata holding 33.1% and Telenor 30.6%. #telecom #merger
Axiata reorganizes into InfraCo (edotco), Telco (CelcomDigi, Dialog, Robi, etc.), and Digital (Boost, etc.) to streamline operations. #telecom #strategy
Axiata introduces an employee empowerment program to foster innovation and leadership. #telecom #culture
Boost, Axiata's fintech arm, receives a digital bank license from Bank Negara Malaysia, expanding into banking. #fintech #digital )
Axiata posts revenue growth driven by CelcomDigi and digital services, showing rebound post-pandemic. #telecom #finance
Axiata partners with SpaceX's Starlink to provide satellite internet in rural Malaysia and other markets. #telecom #space
Axiata increases its stake in Dialog Axiata to 100%, fully owning Sri Lanka's leading telecom. #telecom #acquisition
Tan Sri Azman Hj. Mokhtar steps down; Dato' Firdauz bin Hj. Ahmad takes over as Chairman. #leadership #telecom
Axiata opens Axiata X in Kuala Lumpur, focusing on 5G/6G R&D and digital innovation. #innovation #telecom
Boost e-wallet reaches 50 million users across Southeast Asia, marking fintech growth. #fintech #milestone )
Axiata lists edotco on Bursa Malaysia, raising significant capital to reduce debt. #telecom #ipo
Axiata acquires a 40% stake in Vietnam's MobiFone, expanding into a new market. #telecom #expansion
Axiata achieves carbon neutrality across all operations, a major ESG milestone. #telecom #sustainability
CelcomDigi is rebranded to 'Celcom' with a unified identity, simplifying brand architecture. #telecom #branding
Axiata deploys its own low-earth orbit satellites for enhanced connectivity, competing with Starlink. #telecom #space