China Telecom Macao, established in 2001, is a subsidiary of China Telecom Corporation Limited, one of the largest state-owned telecommunication companies in China. The company operates as a Mobile Network Operator in Macau, providing a range of services including fixed telephony, mobile telephony, broadband, and leased lines. It holds a significant market share in Macau, contributing to the region's telecommunications infrastructure and digital development. The company is also known as China Telecom (Macau) Co., Ltd.
Alias
China Telecom (Macau) Co., Ltd.
Country
Macau
Type
Mobile Network Operator
Ownership
China Telecom
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4G Network

China Telecom Macao commercially launched its LTE1800 network on November 25, 2015, using the 1800 MHz frequency band initially with a 15 MHz allocation. The LTE network was part of a broader effort to enhance mobile communication services in Macau, representing a significant upgrade from the company's CDMA2000 network. China Telecom Macao's 4G network contracts were renewed for five years from June 24, 2024, to June 23, 2028, as per an Executive Order issued by Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng.

4G Frequency Bands
Network Frequency Band Max. Channel Bandwidth Status
B1 (2100 MHz)
15
Active
B3 (1800 MHz)
20
Active
B5 (850 MHz)
5
Active
Date Event Subtype
Launch of 4G Network
Launch

5G Network

China Telecom Macao was granted a 5G licence in January 2023 and expected to start its service in the city before the end of 2023. The company planned to develop various 5G applications in Macau, leveraging the extensive experience of its parent company, China Telecom, in running a 5G service in mainland China. As of December 2023, China Telecom Macao had not revealed the pricing for the new service. Both CTM and China Telecom Macao noted that customers would be able to use the 5G service with an Android 5G smartphone, while those with iPhones would only be able to enjoy the 5G service in the following quarter. The company aimed to contribute to Macau's social development by offering residents more convenience in their daily lives through 5G applications.

Network Frequency Band Status
n78 (3500 MHz)
Active
Date Event Subtype
Launch of 5G Network
Launch