M1's Narrowband Internet of Things network now online

It is the first commercially available NB-IoT in Southeast Asia.

M1 Limited announced the launch of Southeast Asia’s first commercial nationwide NB-IoT (Narrowband Internet of Things) network which will catalyse smart solutions innovation and support Singapore’s transformation into a Smart Nation.

The Internet of Things (IoT), in enabling hyper-connectivity to millions of devices, sensors and services, is a key Smart Nation building block. With the launch of M1’s NB-IoT network, solution providers and businesses can now develop and deploy new IoT-enabled solutions.

“The launch of Southeast Asia’s first commercial nationwide NB-IoT network will accelerate our journey into a digital society. The Internet of Things will open up an incredible array of fresh opportunities and innovation. We look forward to working closely with government agencies, technology partners, and customers to enable smart solutions for everything and everyone,” said M1 CEO Karen Kooi.

Meanwhile, Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore Chief Executive Tan Kiat How stressed that the IoT is a key technology area for growth which will drive Singapore’s Digital Economy for a Smart Nation.

"We are heartened that M1 has rolled out their narrowband IoT network on a nationwide basis and partnered enterprises to bring ready solutions to market and accelerate innovation to empower possibilities. We encourage companies to embrace the exciting benefits of NB-IoT as we move towards the digital future,” Tan said.