U Mobile has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd to accelerate the development of advanced applications in line with the telco’s digital transformation strategy.
The MoU, signed at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, will focus on co-creating next-generation technological solutions and fostering a sustainable innovation ecosystem using 5G-Advanced (5G-A), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other emerging technologies.
As part of the collaboration, the companies will conduct a 5G 3.5GHz dual-carrier trial to test and demonstrate more efficient spectrum utilisation. The trial incorporates 5G-A features such as 3CC carrier aggregation, with the aim of supporting evidence-based spectrum planning, informing policy decisions, and enabling the deployment of next-generation services.
The partnership will also explore the development of 5G-A-enabled gaming experiences, leveraging advanced technologies such as 5G network slicing to improve latency, stability, and overall service quality. In addition, the companies will investigate the adoption of AI in U Mobile’s network to advance toward intelligent, autonomous network operations.
U Mobile chief technology officer Woon Ooi Yuen said the collaboration aligns with the telco’s digital transformation goals. “We are pursuing 5G-A and AI innovations, including a 3.5GHz 5G trial for efficient spectrum utilisation and enhanced gaming experiences via network slicing. AI integration in our operations will move us toward Autonomous Network Level 4, shifting from reactive, human-dependent maintenance to a proactive, automated model,” he said. He added that this approach will reduce operational costs, simplify network management, and improve reliability and performance for customers.
Huawei Malaysia deputy CEO Zac Chow highlighted that the collaboration would unlock significant gains in spectrum efficiency while providing faster and more stable user experiences. “Together, we aim to harness these technologies to deliver next-generation services, automate network operations, and build local expertise that will create lasting benefits for Malaysian consumers and businesses,” he said.
