PLDT Inc. wireless unit Smart Communication Inc. yesterday said it sustained the lead in fifth-generation (5G) data roaming, serving customers in 87 countries through its 159 telco partners globally.
“In our pursuit of providing world-class services, we continue to expand our 5G data roaming services through our key partnerships with telcos worldwide, empowering our customers with fast 5G data roaming speeds that enable them to access their technology tools for work or personal endeavors, when it matters the most,” said Mitch Locsin, PLDT and Smart first vice president and head of enterprise and International business groups.
Customers with Smart 5G SIMs and 5G-capable devices can enjoy live 5G roaming services in 87 countries including Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, the United States of America, US Virgin Islands, Uzbekistan, the Vatican, Vietnam, and Wales, among others
In the Philippines, Smart’s mobile network covers 97 percent of the population with 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G, supported by PLDT’s fiber infrastructure. This infrastructure spans over 1.1 million kilometers, consisting of over 0.2 million cable kilometers of international fiber and about 0.9 million cable kilometers of domestic fiber, as of the end of September 2023.
