Singapore, a small nation located in Southeast Asia, is a global hub for technology and telecommunications, demonstrating a high level of maturity in these sectors. Covering a land area of just over 730 square kilometres, it is densely populated with over 5 million residents mostly concentrated in urban areas. Despite its lack of natural resources and compact size, Singapore is widely known as a global tech hub. In terms of infrastructure, it boasts one of the world’s fastest broadband networks and is a leader in smart city initiatives, including the use of intelligent transport systems and smart grids. The nation's commitment to digital transformation, backed by robust regulatory support, has resulted in a thriving ecosystem for technology companies and startups.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 4 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Singtel, officially known as Singapore Telecommunications Limited, is a leading telecommunications company based in Singapore. Established in 1879 as a postal services entity, it transitioned into mobile telecommunications in 1992 following the rebrand from Private Telephone Exchange to Singapore Telecom. Singtel is majority-owned by Temasek Holdings, a Singaporean state-owned investment company, which holds a significant stake in the corporation. The company is traded on the Singapore stock exchange (SGX: Z74).
