MyRepublic signs MVNO agreement with StarHub
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Singapore fiber ISP MyRepublic has formed an MVNO agreement with StarHub to support its intention of launching mobile services.
The agreement will allow MyRepublic to provide mobile services despite failing to win the auction for Singapore’s fourth telco license.
Announcing the agreement, MyRepublic said it was encouraged to continue with its mobile ambitions by the strong response to a request for registrations of interest during its HetNet Mobility Trial in Jurong.
We made a promise and we want to stand by that promise,” Myrepublic CEO Malcolm Rodrigues said.
“We promised that MyRepublic would bring a better kind of mobile service to Singapore, and we believe we can still do that. And we definitely want to thank our friends and supporters for believing in us.”
The company has been building an MVNO platform in the cloud in advance of the launch of mobile services.
MyRepublic has revealed plans to target its mobile services at younger and more technology savvy Singaporeans. The company said it plans to launch the services “very soon.”
MyRepublic has also previously announced plans to pursue MVNO operations across its other operating markets of Australia, Indonesia and New Zealand.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the primary reason MyRepublic is pursuing an MVNO agreement?
What is the primary reason MyRepublic is pursuing an MVNO agreement?
MyRepublic is using the MVNO agreement with StarHub to launch mobile services. This allows them to enter the mobile market after they were unsuccessful in their bid for Singapore's fourth telco licence.
Q.What motivated MyRepublic to continue with its mobile service plans?
What motivated MyRepublic to continue with its mobile service plans?
The company was encouraged by the strong public response to a request for registrations of interest during its HetNet Mobility Trial in Jurong. This showed a demand for their intended mobile services.
Q.Which customer demographic will MyRepublic's new mobile services target?
Which customer demographic will MyRepublic's new mobile services target?
MyRepublic plans to focus its new mobile services on younger and more technology-savvy Singaporeans. This specific demographic is likely seen as receptive to their offerings.
Q.Does MyRepublic plan to offer MVNO services in other countries?
Does MyRepublic plan to offer MVNO services in other countries?
Yes, MyRepublic has previously announced intentions to pursue MVNO operations in its other operating markets. These include Australia, Indonesia, and New Zealand.
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