Unitel is the largest mobile network by subscribers and coverage operating in Lao PDR. The network has been in operation since 2002, formed as a joint venture between state-owned Lao Asia Telecommunication State Enterprise (51%) and Vietnam-based Viettel Group (49%). Viettel is a leading telecommunications group in Vietnam which has invested successfully in 9 countries across 3 continents.
Alias
Star Telecom Company Limited
Country
Laos
Type
Mobile Network Operator
Ownership
Viettel Group
3G Network
The company provides 2G GSM services over the 900 and 1800 MHz band, and in October 2010 launched its 3G UMTS service over the B1 (2100 MHz) band.
3G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Status |
|---|---|
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Active
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3G Network Events
| Date | Event | Subtype |
|---|---|---|
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Launch of 3G Network
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Launch
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4G Network
4G LTE was launched by Unitel in June 2015 over the B3 (1800 MHz) band. The network was upgraded with the addition of B5 and B7 carriers to enhance capacity and peak data speeds.
4G Frequency Bands
| Network Frequency Band | Max. Channel Bandwidth | Status | Known EARFCNs |
|---|---|---|---|
|
15
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Active
|
1400
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|
|
Active
|
2450
|
||
|
Active
|
3100
|
4G Network Events
| Date | Event | Subtype |
|---|---|---|
|
|
Launch of 4G Network
|
Launch
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