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Malaysia: Privasia Awarded Broadband Project In Kuantan

Published 09 Mar 2010

Privasia Technology Bhd has been awarded by Jalur Lebar Nasional Sdn Bhd (Jalenas) the contract to design, supply and install equipment for Phase 1 of the high speed broadband (HSBB) network implemented by Jalenas. In a statement, Privasia said the Phase 1 of Jalenas\' HSBB project involved setting up the infrastructure in Kuantan, Pahang.

For Privasia, a leading player in Information Communication Technology (ICT) outsourcing and consulting in Malaysia, the contract is a vote of confidence in the company\'s capabilities and experience, said its Chief Executive Officer. Jalenas is owned by HSBT, a company jointly owned by Pahang Technology Resources Sdn Bhd and Bumiraya Resources Sdn Bhd.

Jalenas was earlier reported saying that it was looking to invest up to RM10 billion on its HSBB infrastructure nationwide, and had signed agreements with four multinational companies to implement the project. Under the agreement, Jalenas also has the option of appointing Privasia for the subsequent maintenance and support services for the active components rolled out under Phase 1.

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