Malaysia’s Communications Ministry has been busy lately. Yesterday, Alexander Nanta Linggi from Gabungan Parti Sarawak had a meeting with Communications Minister YB Fahmi Fadzil over the matter of unstable mobile signals and interrupted calls along major highways. It seems that the government is launching a focused initiative to improve connectivity nationwide.
Connectivity Blackspots Identified
Currently, approximately 50km of highway segments remain without proper mobile network coverage. The problem areas span across some of the country’s busiest routes, including:
- Lebuhraya PLUS
- West Coast Expressway (WCE)
- East Coast Expressway Phase 2 (LPT2)
These dead zones not only disrupt navigation and communication but also pose safety risks, especially for drivers who rely on real-time data and emergency access while travelling.
Special Task Force Activated
In response to mounting public frustration over the issue, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM), and Fahmi are planning the formation of a dedicated Special Task Force (LLM-MCMC). This team will coordinate end-to-end action plans to restore and strengthen coverage.
Their key objectives include:
- Mapping critical "drop call" zones along highways
- Studying infrastructure needs for new telecom installations
- Involving highway concessionaires in both short- and long-term rollout strategies
- Conducting on-ground site inspections to assess power supply readiness for telecom infrastructure
Supporting Intelligent Toll Systems
Beyond voice and data coverage, the ministry also proposed that MCMC assist with frequency interference troubleshooting and offer technical support for Malaysia’s future Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system — an innovation that demands stable digital communication to function seamlessly.
Alexander ended his Facebook post that officials have pledged to ensure that roadbuilding goes hand-in-hand with digital connectivity, giving citizens safer, smoother, and smarter journeys. Well, we shall see by then. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.
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