U Mobile Launches ULTRA5G At Berjaya Times Square, Boosts In-building 5G Coverage

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- U Mobile Sdn Bhd today launched its latest in-building coverage (IBC) service, ULTRA5G, designed to deliver robust and consistent 5G network across both indoor and outdoor environments. 

Its chief technology officer, Woon Ooi Yuen, said the company is committed to equipping a total of 170 buildings with ULTRA5G coverage within the next year, and up to 600 buildings in the next four years. 

"This launch marks the beginning of U Mobile’s 5G next-generation network rollout, going live with deployment targets set to reach 80 per cent coverage of populated areas (CoPA) by the second half of 2026. 

"We have already installed the ULTRA5G in more than 70 buildings currently, and the first to go live today is the Berjaya Times Square mall, which is also our headquarters," he said at the launching event today. 

Apart from Berjaya Times Square, the telecommunication company’s 5G network coverage has also been made available at Penang Bridge 1, connecting the full length of the bridge with only two towers, delivering a seamless connectivity experience for daily commuters.

"Once we achieve 80 per cent CoPA with ULTRA5G within one year, we will shift our focus toward reaching the next target of 90 per cent CoPA, which will include rural areas across the country," Woon added.

He also noted that U Mobile plans to provide regular updates on ULTRA5G availability, with rapid network deployment aimed at covering strategic locations such as airports, hospitals, convention centres, and other high-impact indoor and outdoor areas nationwide. 

“This is in line with the company’s commitment to delivering the widest and deepest 5G network in Malaysia. With deployment progressing ahead of schedule, U Mobile is also doubling down on indoor coverage to ensure a seamless and consistent 5G experience across the country,” he said.

-- BERNAMA