TPG Telecom says it's ready to roll into Singapore

Merger of Australian parent will not affect entry of fourth telco here, says spokesman

A woman looks at her phone as she walks past an advertisement for Australia's TPG Telecom in central Sydney, Australia, on April 12, 2017. PHOTO: REUTERS
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Fourth telco TPG Telecom has sent out a clear message: Never mind the speculation, we are coming to Singapore.

But analysts say the real battle will begin after that.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on December 08, 2018, with the headline TPG Telecom says it's ready to roll into Singapore. Subscribe