CELCOMDIGI BERHAD

CELCOMDIGI BERHAD stands as Malaysia’s largest telecommunications company — a next-generation digital telco created through the convergence of two of the nation’s most influential mobile operators.

Officially established on 30 November 2022, the company emerged from the historic merger between Celcom and Digi, combining decades of telecommunications expertise, infrastructure, and customer reach into a single integrated entity. The merger represented one of the most significant transformations within Malaysia’s digital and telecommunications industry, creating a national-scale connectivity platform designed to support the country’s future digital economy.

Today, CelcomDigi serves more than 20 million users nationwide through mobile connectivity, broadband services, enterprise solutions, and digital ecosystem offerings — positioning itself at the centre of Malaysia’s evolving digital infrastructure landscape.

Founder:

AXIATA GROUP BERHAD

Telenor Group

Current Leadership:

CEO: Datuk Idham Nawawi

The leadership continues guiding the company with a vision of becoming Malaysia’s leading digital connectivity and integrated services provider through network innovation, operational integration, and digital transformation initiatives.

Every transformation begins with a bold decision — and CelcomDigi was born from one of the most significant mergers in Malaysia’s telecommunications history.

For decades, Celcom and Digi operated as two of the country’s most influential telecommunications companies, each shaping different eras of Malaysia’s mobile connectivity landscape. Celcom traced its origins back to 1988, becoming one of Malaysia’s earliest mobile operators and helping introduce mobile communication to the nation during the industry’s formative years. Digi entered the market in 1995, pioneering digital GSM services and building a strong reputation for innovation and consumer accessibility.

Over time, both companies evolved into major players within Malaysia’s telecommunications ecosystem, supporting the rapid growth of mobile adoption, internet connectivity, and digital lifestyles across the country.

In 2021, AXIATA GROUP BERHAD and Telenor Group announced plans to merge Celcom and Digi in a landmark industry consolidation. The objective extended beyond operational efficiency alone — the merger aimed to create a stronger digital infrastructure platform capable of accelerating Malaysia’s technological transformation and supporting future connectivity demands.

By 2022, the merger was successfully completed, forming CelcomDigi as a unified telecommunications company with expanded network infrastructure, customer reach, technical expertise, and digital capabilities. What emerged was not merely a consolidation of businesses, but the creation of a new-generation digital telco designed to support Malaysia’s next phase of economic and technological development.

From two separate legacies emerged a single national-scale connectivity ecosystem positioned to help shape the future of Malaysia’s digital society.

Core Activities:

• Mobile and broadband telecommunications services

• Digital products and enterprise technology solutions

• Network infrastructure and connectivity services

The company focuses on integrating nationwide connectivity with digital innovation, enterprise ecosystems, and technology-enabled services. Through large-scale telecommunications infrastructure and digital platform integration, CelcomDigi positions itself as a comprehensive digital connectivity provider serving both consumer and enterprise markets.

Notable Offerings Include:

• Mobile prepaid and postpaid telecommunications services

• 4G and 5G connectivity solutions

• Enterprise digital and business technology services

• Nationwide broadband and connectivity infrastructure solutions

These offerings position CelcomDigi as Malaysia’s leading integrated telecommunications and digital services provider.

1988 – Celcom established as one of Malaysia’s earliest mobile operators

1995 – Digi launched digital mobile telecommunications services

2021 – Merger agreement between Celcom and Digi officially announced

2022 – CELCOMDIGI BERHAD formally established following merger completion

2023 – Digi officially rebranded under CELCOMDIGI BERHAD identity

2020s – Continued integration and expansion of nationwide telecommunications infrastructure and digital ecosystem services

CelcomDigi contributed significantly to Malaysia’s digital landscape by enabling nationwide connectivity at unprecedented scale through combined telecommunications infrastructure and service capabilities.

The company played an important role in accelerating 4G and 5G adoption, expanding internet accessibility, and supporting Malaysia’s broader digital transformation across both consumer and enterprise sectors. Through integrated networks and digital services, CelcomDigi also strengthened the country’s readiness for emerging technologies, digital commerce, and connected economies.

The merger itself further reshaped Malaysia’s telecommunications industry by demonstrating how consolidation could strengthen infrastructure investment, operational efficiency, and long-term competitiveness within an increasingly digital economy.

Today, CELCOMDIGI BERHAD stands as a symbol of convergence — a testament to how two telecommunications legacies can unite to build the future of a nation’s digital connectivity.

From the early days of mobile communication to the era of integrated digital ecosystems and 5G networks, the company’s journey reflects the broader evolution of Malaysia’s telecommunications industry itself. Its continued development demonstrates that connectivity is no longer simply about communication, but about enabling economies, empowering communities, and shaping the digital future of an entire nation.