Jakarta, November 30, 2022 – PT Dayamitra Telekomunikasi, Tbk. (MTEL) signed a Cooperation Agreement (PKS) with PT Telkom Satelit Indonesia (Telkomsat) for Satellite Connectivity Services (Satellite Backhaul). The collaboration of the two subsidiaries of PT Telkom Indonesia, Tbk. (TLKM) strives to leverage the infrastructure and resources owned by each party.
The agreement was carried out by the President Director of Mitratel, Theodorus A. Hartoko, and the President Director of Telkomsat, Lukman Hakim Abd. Rauf, on Thursday, November 24, 2022.
Mitratel, as a telecommunications infrastructure provider, offers comprehensive service solutions (including tower, connectivity, and power-to-tower) for telecommunications operators to expand their networks and services. In addition, this initiative aids the successful distribution of telecommunications networks throughout Indonesia, including rural areas.
In facilitating this connectivity, Mitratel synergizes with Telkomsat, a subsidiary of the TelkomGroup, renowned for its competence and capability in operating, maintaining, and controlling satellite communications systems in Indonesia. Telkomsat possesses earth stations strategically located across all Level I Regional Capitals in Indonesia.
Mitratel’s President Director, Theodorus Ardi Hartoko explained that the agreement is expected to accelerate digital transformation and promote equality programs throughout Indonesia. This satellite connectivity complements Mitratel’s existing portfolio of fiber optic connectivity services. Satellite connectivity will provide a feasible solution for telecommunications operators to expand their service coverage into areas that are out of fiber-optic coverage, particularly those constrained by geographic conditions.
“In line with Mitratel’s vision to become the #1 Digital Infraco, we are committed to supporting nationwide digital transformation by establishing an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) network throughout Indonesia. The service solutions using satellites installed on Mitratel towers will be accessible to all mobile operators in Indonesia without any geographical constraints,” Teddy explained.
The partnership between the two companies includes the provision of towers and satellite communication systems as a connecting network between BTS and telecommunications operator control centers. Apart from that, a joint marketing strategy was established, including the operation and maintenance of satellite equipment.
Meanwhile, the President Director of Telkomsat, Lukman Hakim Abd. Rauf expressed his positive response towards the collaboration between the two companies.
“We welcome this synergy positively. We are confident that the collaboration between the two companies will support government programs in accelerating digital transformation throughout the country,” he explained.
According to Lukman, the collaboration between the two companies will also bolster the Telkom Group’s business, offering a valuable resource for all telecommunications operators to enhance their services and internet access for Indonesian. This involves bundling of telecommunications tower infrastructure with a satellite communications system, potentially covering around 11,000 towers.
“For Mitratel, the collaboration with Telkomsat will reinforce Mitratel’s position as a leading digital infrastructure provider. With the satellite communication system integrated into Mitratel tower, telecommunications operators only need to specify their expansion target locations and Mitratel will provide a comprehensive solution in the form of towers, satellite connectivity, and power-to-tower,” concluded Teddy.
