KUALA LUMPUR: Gamuda Land, the property arm of Gamuda Bhd, recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) to expand 5G services in Gamuda townships.
Under the MoU, both parties will engage in fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, exploration of 5G possibilities and the expansion of 5G service coverage and infrastructure within Gamuda Land townships – namely Gamuda Cove @ Kuala Langat, Gamuda Gardens @ Sungai Buloh North and twentyfive7 @ South of Kota Kemuning.
Gamuda Land chief operating officer for strategic operations Jess Teng said the essence of a smart city lies in its ability to seamlessly connect diverse urban functions, ranging from traffic management and energy systems to waste disposal.
She said this integration of functions leverages data to enrich services, elevate the quality of life, and promote environmental sustainability.
“As township developers, strategic infrastructure planning is paramount to ensure we future-proof our townships.
“Recognising the critical role of 5G technology, our strategic partnership with DNB becomes a catalyst for realising our smart city vision.
“Together, we aspire to craft interconnected and innovative townships, harnessing the power of 5G to elevate the living experience for our residents,” Teng said in a recent statement.
DNB chief strategy officer Datuk Ahmad Zaki Zahid said that the adoption of 5G by both the public and enterprises in the country is gaining momentum.
“As of end-December 2023, Malaysia has recorded 8.2 million 5G service subscriptions, representing an adoption rate of 24.7 per cent.
“We are also thrilled to see that enterprises have begun to explore the opportunities made possible by 5G.
“5G is undeniably the key to the future of smart cities and townships. We look forward to supporting Gamuda Land’s smart township aspirations,” he said.
The partnership with DNB marks the next step in realising the smart city vision. Harnessing 5G technology, Gamuda Land has developed a real-time dashboard to continuously monitor its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives.
As an integral component of the landmark Gamuda Green Plan, this dashboard is set to undergo substantial improvements harnessing the capabilities of 5G, providing immediate insights into carbon
emissions offsets, advancements in sustainability and more.
“With the integration of 5G, providing enhanced real-time data to our Green Initiatives dashboard, we are setting new standards for transparency and accountability in the real estate development industry.
“The inclusion of this dashboard in our experience gallery highlights our steadfast dedication to sustainable practices and community engagement,” Teng said.
