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Highlights of the Year 2001 162 highlights of the year 2001 TELEKOM MALAYSIA BERHAD Telekom Malaysia launched its Internet Data Centre or TM IDC, housed at its premises in Cyberjaya. TM IDC will help propel Malaysia towards becoming the regional hub for Internet and multimedia operations in the Asia Pacific Region. Targeted at Multinational Corporations (MNCs), Application Service Providers (ASPs) and Internet Service Providers (ISPs), TM IDC provides a comprehensive range of telecommunications and Internet infrastructure, as well as server and web hosting services. 30 January 2001 Telekom Malaysia signed an agreement with Prism Holdings Limited of South Africa, to establish a new joint-venture company named Telekom Technology Sdn. Bhd. (TTSB). The company will provide and operate a national secured electronic transaction switch for the country. The synergy between TM’s vast customer base, its extensive network and Prism’s technical expertise, will open the door to comprehensive online transactions and home shopping services, going beyond bill presentation and payment. 7 February 2001 highlights 20 February 2001 Telekom Malaysia played host to the 11th Asian Multimedia Forum (AMF) Plenary Meeting. AMF is a non-profit organisation founded in 1997. Its main objective is to contribute to the development of multimedia services and technology in Asia. During the meeting, participants shared their views on regional multimedia policy and regulations, new carrier initiatives, multimedia developments, e-commerce and IP telephony. Cik Suriah Abd. Rahman, Deputy Secretary General I, Ministry of Energy, Communications and Multimedia officiated at the meeting. 163 Telekom Multimedia created another first by launching its inaugural Web Application Service – through the Netmyne Exchange 2000 (Netmyne E2K). Netmyne, established in 1999, currently provides hosting services to more than 3,000 customers. Services include web, server, commerce and media. With this launch, Netmyne has moved into its next phase as a Web Application Services Provider. 15 March 2001 The Company launched its second TMWiLL (Wireless in Local Loop) service in the country for the benefit of residents in Seberang Chenor, Pahang. TMWiLL is a Wireless technology that enables telephone service to be made available in rural areas where accessibility by normal fixed lines is difficult and uneconomical. The first TMWiLL service was launched in Jeli, Kelantan, in April 1999. 2001 2 April 2001 Y.B. Datuk Amar Leo Moggie, Minister of Energy, Communications 14 April 2001 and Multimedia launched BlueHyppo.com, Malaysia’s very own lifestyle portal. The content is geared towards becoming a one- stop destination for surfers, offering the latest in finance, sports, entertainment, career tips and more. Since the launch, BlueHyppo.com has gained huge publicity through an extensive advertising and promotion campaign to build awareness and imprint the brand image on potential customers. 164 highlights of the year 2001 TELEKOM MALAYSIA BERHAD Telekom Malaysia introduced its 2nd generation VSAT 16 April 2001 Network. VSAT refers to the Very Small Aperture Terminal digital communications service, transmitted via satellite- based earth stations. The system is being rapidly adopted as a cost-effective and reliable means of providing Internet, voice, fax, data and multimedia services to corporations, the Government and consumers. The launch of TMnet Streamyx marked the Company’s entry into the much-hyped consumer broadband market. Using xDSL technologies, the service allows Internet access speeds of up to 2.0 Mbps. Targeted at the residential, Small Office Home Office (SOHO) and Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) markets, TMnet Streamyx is expected to further enhance TMnet’s highlights dominance in the local ISP scene. 26 April 2001 4 May 2001 Telekom Malaysia signed the fifth Collective Agreement with the National Union of Telekom Employees (NUTE). The agreement, valid for three years (2001 – 2003) outlined the terms and conditions of service for 21,500 non-executive employees. Chief Executive, Y.Bhg. Dato’ Dr. Md Khir Abdul Rahman signed on behalf of the Company while Encik Mohamed Shafie BP Mammal signed on behalf of NUTE. The signing of the agreement was witnessed by Y.B. Datuk Amar Leo Moggie, Minister of Energy, Communications and Multimedia. 165 The Company launched telecommunication services in several remote areas of Sarawak, including Kanowit, Julau and Serian. The communities in these areas are now able to enjoy Internet, voice, fax, data and multimedia services. Access is provided using highly sophisticated solar-powered wireless technologies, such as Wireless in Local Loop (WiLL), satellite-based Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT), and Very High Frequency (VHF) technology. 12 May 2001 14 June 2001 Telekom Malaysia became an Official Partner of the Kuala Lumpur XXI SEA Games 2001 with a contribution of RM3.8 million to the Organising Committee of the Games. The 2001 Company was responsible for providing telecommunications and broadcasting infrastructure services. These services were crucial to the smooth running of this prestigious sporting event. The Company’s contribution reflects its commitment in supporting the Government’s efforts in projecting Malaysia as a nation capable of organising world class sporting events. 4 July 2001 Y.B. Datuk Tan Chai Ho, Deputy Minister of Energy, Communications and Multimedia, accompanied by Y.Bhg. Dato’ Dr. Halim Shafie, Secretary General of the Ministry, Cik Suriah Abd Rahman, Deputy Secretary General 1 and senior officers from the Ministry and the company, visited Telekom Malaysia’s Customer Assistance Service Centre in Seremban. The Customer Assistance Service Centre in Seremban is one of nine Emergency (999) Service Centres of Telekom Malaysia in the country. During the visit, the Deputy Minister and his entourage were briefed on the Emergency (999) Service and taken on a tour of the Service Centre. Mr. Tan Chian Khai, Senior Vice-President, Consumer and Business TM TelCo, Telekom Malaysia briefed the Deputy Minister and his entourage. 166 highlights of the year 2001 TELEKOM MALAYSIA BERHAD Pusat Pungutan Zakat (PPZ) today officially joined VADS’s e- contribution community in offering the nation’s first Islamic electronic link service targeting at corporations. The RM5 million Business to Government (B2G) application service has been created to provide on-line communication and data transmission between statutory organisations, agencies and corporations. 10 July 2001 14 July 2001 highlights Telekom Malaysia signed an agreement on Leased Lines Services with the Putrajaya Federal Government Administration Centre for a Putrajaya Campus Network. Phase 1 of the Network, linking the Prime Minister’s residence and Parcels B, C, and E has been completed. The contract value for this project is RM8,190,000 spread over Telekom Malaysia invested RM45 million for a period of three years. the development of an e-business solution called COINS iOFFICE, targeted at small and medium-sized industries (SMI). The solution, jointly developed with Sun Microsystems Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., involved almost two years of research. COINS iOFFICE is a communication tool that gives access to both voice and data from one source via a desktop personal computer or laptop. It also allows businesses to make phone calls, send and receive faxes and e-mail messages as well as provide access to the Internet. The service is backed by Telekom Malaysia’s Corporate Information Superhighway (COINS) 31 July 2001 infrastructure. 167 Telekom Malaysia launched its TMWill-Wireless in Local Loop service, which utilises radio frequencies instead of the usual copper wire network, to provide communication services for the residents of Sekinchan, Selangor. The service was launched by Y.A.B. Dato’ Dr. Mohamad Khir bin Toyo, Menteri Besar of Selangor. This is the first system in Selangor and the third in the country after its initial launch in Jeli, Kelantan in April, 1999. The second service was launched in Temerloh, Pahang early this year. 3 August 2001 7 August 2001 With a contribution of RM150,000, Telekom Malaysia became the main 2001sponsor of the inaugural Asia Pacific Information & Communications Technology (APICT) Awards Programme, organised by the Multimedia Development Corporation (MDC). In addition, the Company also sponsored the ‘Best of Education Application’ Award. Multimedia University, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Telekom Malaysia outclassed ten other nominees from seven countries by winning this Award with its Multimedia Learning System. Telekom Malaysia signed an agreement with India’s Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited (VSNL) for the establishment of a COINS Global node to provide Frame Relay service in India. The business partnership offers seamless and complete management of end-to- end service with the flexibility of Single End Billing. The service will be beneficial for multinational companies (MNCs) operating from Malaysia with bases in India and vice versa. Telekom Malaysia signed a Partnership Agreement with Computer Access Private Limited (CAPL) to jointly coordinate in the areas of Business Systems Design and Implementation, and to provide Operational and Maintenance support for customers in India. 28 August 2001 168 highlights of the year 2001 TELEKOM MALAYSIA BERHAD Telekom Malaysia launched its BlueHyppo.com SEA Games XXI 2001 Streaming service in conjunction with the South East Asian Games held in Kuala Lumpur. Streaming is the latest broadcasting technology powered by Netmyne, a service provided
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