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Maxis Berhad

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Maxis Berhad is a leading Malaysian telecommunications company founded in 1994 as a joint venture. It has evolved from a mobile operator into a converged communications provider, listed on Bursa Malaysia since 2002.

Chronological Storyline (27 Milestones)

1994 CE

Incorporation of Maxis Communications

Maxis Communications Sdn Bhd is incorporated as a joint venture between Usaha Tegas (Ananda Krishnan) and British Telecom (BT). #telecom #malaysia

Incorporation of Maxis Communications
Incorporation of Maxis Communications
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1995 CE

Launch of Mobile Services

Maxis launches its first mobile telephony services, offering postpaid plans under the Maxis brand. #telecom #mobile

1995 CE

Awarded Cellular License

Maxis receives a cellular license from the Malaysian government, enabling it to operate mobile services. #telecom #malaysia

1998 CE

Introduction of Maxis Hotlink Prepaid

Maxis launches Hotlink, a prepaid mobile service that becomes hugely popular in Malaysia. #telecom #prepaid

2000 CE

Launch of GPRS Services

Maxis introduces GPRS (General Packet Radio Service), enabling mobile data for the first time. #telecom #data

2002 CE

IPO on Bursa Malaysia

Maxis completes its initial public offering (IPO) on the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia, raising RM 9.6 billion. #ipo #telecom

2003 CE

Introduction of BlackBerry Service

Maxis launches BlackBerry services in Malaysia, becoming one of the first operators to offer email on mobile. #telecom #blackberry

2005 CE

Launch of 3G Services

Maxis rolls out 3G (Third Generation) mobile services, offering faster data speeds and video calling. #telecom #3g

2006 CE

Usaha Tegas Buys Out BT Stake

Ananda Krishnan's Usaha Tegas acquires British Telecom's 30% stake, making Maxis a wholly Malaysian-owned company. #telecom #ownership

2007 CE

Launch of Maxis Fiber Broadband

Maxis introduces high-speed fiber optic broadband services for homes and businesses. #telecom #broadband

2009 CE

Launch of Maxis iO

Maxis launches iO, a suite of mobile internet services and content offerings. #telecom #mobileinternet

2010 CE

Government Stake Sale

The Malaysian government sells its stake in Maxis as part of privatization efforts. #telecom #privatization

2012 CE

Launch of 4G LTE Services

Maxis launches its first LTE (Long Term Evolution) 4G network, offering ultra-fast mobile data. #telecom #4g

2013 CE

Introduction of MaxisOne Plan

Maxis launches MaxisOne, a groundbreaking converged plan combining mobile, fixed line, and broadband. #telecom #convergence

2014 CE

Opening of Maxis Centre

Maxis opens its flagship customer service center in Kuala Lumpur, enhancing customer experience. #telecom #customerservice

2015 CE

Partnership with Alibaba

Maxis partners with Alibaba Group to offer e-commerce and digital services in Malaysia. #telecom #partnership

2016 CE

Launch of 4.5G Network

Maxis upgrades its network to 4.5G, offering speeds up to 600 Mbps. #telecom #4.5g

2017 CE

Shutdown of 2G Network

Maxis shuts down its 2G network to free up spectrum for 4G services. #telecom #2G

Jul 1, 2018 CE

Gokhan Ogut Appointed CEO

Gokhan Ogut becomes CEO of Maxis, replacing Sandeep Das. #telecom #leadership

2018 CE

First 5G Trial

Maxis conducts Malaysia's first 5G trial using the 28 GHz mmWave spectrum. #telecom #5g

2019 CE

Partnership with Huawei for 5G

Maxis partners with Huawei to accelerate 5G network deployment in Malaysia. #telecom #5g

2020 CE

Commercial 5G Launch

Maxis launches commercial 5G services in selected areas of Kuala Lumpur. #telecom #5g

2021 CE

Launch of Maxis Business

Maxis introduces Maxis Business, a dedicated brand for enterprise customers with digital solutions. #telecom #enterprise

2021 CE

Acquisition of Jaring

Maxis acquires Jaring, a Malaysian internet service provider, to expand its broadband network. #telecom #acquisition

2022 CE

Merger Talks with U Mobile Collapse

Proposed merger between Maxis and U Mobile fails due to regulatory and valuation issues. #telecom #merger

2023 CE

Expansion of 5G Coverage

Maxis expands its 5G network to cover major cities and business districts across Malaysia. #telecom #5g

2024 CE

Launch of Maxis 5G Home Broadband

Maxis launches a fixed wireless access service using 5G, offering home broadband without fiber. #telecom #broadband