Celcom Axiata Berhad, Malaysia’s leading data provider inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) that will see both parties collaborating to benefit especially students through data connectivity services, as well as strategic collaboration for the development of the university’s undergraduates.
The partnership is initiated in support of UTP’s initiative to expand on its current wireless infrastructure to a broader and faster wireless access and the latest in technology, due to the network challenges within its campus vicinity in Bandar Seri Iskandar, Perak.
The MoU was inked by Dato’ Sri Shazalli Ramly, Chief Executive Officer of Celcom Axiata and Datuk Ir (Dr) Abdul Rahim Hashim, Vice Chancellor of UTP, and witnessed by Encik Afizulazha Abdullah, Chief Business Services Officer of Celcom Axiata, and Associate Professor Dr. Fawnizu Azmadi Hussin, Director, Strategic Alliance Office, UTP.
Speaking at the MoU signing ceremony held at Menara Celcom, Dato’ Sri Shazalli Ramly said, “The new partnership is indeed momentous for Celcom Axiata as it marks another milestone for us while expanding our reach in providing greater connectivity. We are honoured to be entrusted with this opportunity which further signify the confidence in our capability and strength as the leader in data services.
Meanwhile, Datuk Ir (Dr) Abdul Rahim Hashim, said “UTP is always committed to academic excellence in preparing its students to develop and thrive in their studies and ultimately, their career. UTP welcomes collaborations that would help the university community to gain remarkable achievements in shaping its path and building its knowledge and experience for further advancement.
“The utility of wireless network technology has a positive effect on teaching, learning, research endeavors and administration. Wireless network technology has advanced to a degree, that we simply cannot ignore these technological advances. Students’ needs and wants for the ever-growing ICT in campus are vast and demanding and we are required to always stay ahead of the game and fulfill students’ insatiable ‘data appetite’”, he said.
The collaboration will also generate opportunities for student internship and career openings with Celcom Axiata or Axiata Group Berhad, as well as the prospects for UTP students to participate in entrepreneurial programmes developed by Celcom Axiata and its partners.
