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Temporary network sites rolled out at busy hotspots   April 11, 2022 - dtac is gearing up its network for a busy Thai New Year holiday, deploying mobile cell sites and technological optimization at tourist hotspots across the country to help customers stay connected 24/7 whether in remote areas or across busy homecoming routes. Among the notable sites are Prathat Wayo Temple in Chachoengsao province, Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat in Phitsanulok province, Ao Nang Beach in Krabi and many locations in Chiangmai. Ekkaphon Rueanphit, the administrative officer at Prathat Wayo Temple, said that during the Songkran festival Thais commonly visit temples for prayers and merit-making, which invariably leads to crowding, particularly during the week of April 11–17. Generally, there are more than 10,000 people visiting the temple. As so many people converge, connectivity becomes extremely important, whether for communication, news updates or online payments. Phrathat Wayo Temple is one of the most picturesque tourist destinations in Chachoengsao province, with a beautiful bell-shaped pagoda decorated with yellow, blue and white tiles. Inside the pagoda are many Buddha images and oil paintings depicting scenes from the Buddha’s life. There is also a staircase to the rooftop where visitors can enjoy a view…

January 7, 2022 – On 19 June 2019, dtac TriNet was awarded telecommunications frequency allocation in the 700 MHz spectrum with 713-723 MHz and 768-778 MHz bands. On 7 January 2022, dtac TriNet paid 1,881,488,000 THB for the second installment of the 700 MHz license fee, including VAT. Also included with the payment is the bank guarantee for the remaining outstanding balance of 15,051,904,000 THB, including VAT. The payment was made successfully to the NBTC office as per payment requirements. dtac has deployed a 700 MHz low-frequency band nationwide to expand coverage and capacity of the network as part of a strategy to bring high-speed internet to all subscribers. dtac focuses on continually improving and developing our network for high-speed internet services and expanding the network for more and more coverage. So far, dtac has deployed more than 12,000 base stations for the 700 MHz spectrum, covering 923 districts in all 77 provinces of Thailand. Mr. Sharad Mehrotra, CEO of Total Access Communication PLC – or dtac – said, "Today, dtac is ready to operate in low, medium, and high spectrums to improve the services we offer. We have accelerated our deployment of a 700 MHz spectrum network to provide high-speed…

Bangkok The Perennial Mobile Data Usage Champion on New Year's Eve January 1, 2022 – dtac reports that New Year 2022 greetings internet usage peaked on mobile devices from 21:00 – 22:00, with Bangkok keeping its perennial top spot for data usage. This record usage also revealed the top 5 most popular applications during the New Year festival. Mr. Prathet Tankuranun, Chief Technology Officer, Total Access Communication PCL or dtac - revealed, “Wrapping up the prior year and ushering in the New Year 2022, we found that data usage increased because of more New Year’s wishes. To cover peak usage, dtac has bolstered its network coverage, efficiency, and resilience across Thailand to support these types of peak usage. We also deployed special teams to care for our customers 24/7 throughout the festive season.” dtac discovered the following interesting stats for usage on mobile devices during New Year's Eve, ushering in the Year of the Tiger 2022: The peak hour for data usage was from 21:00 – 22:00 on December 31, 2021. The top 5 highest data usage by province in Thailand was 1. Bangkok; 2. Chon Buri; 3. Samut Prakan; 4. Samut Sakhon; and 5. Pathum Thani The highest data…

December 29, 2021 - dtac TriNet has paid 4,072,848,000 Baht for the 4th installment of the 900 MHz spectrum license fee and 3,346,692,500 Baht for the 4th and final installment of the 1800 MHz spectrum license fee to NBTC. dtac acquired the licenses after making the winning bids for them. dtac continues to expand our network for a superlative user experience, serving all frequency ranges – low, mid, and high – for voice and data service coverages nationwide. For the 900 MHz spectrum, dtac TriNet Co., Ltd., won bidding with 38.064 billion Baht (excluding VAT) for 1 allotment of 2X5 MHz bands of 890-895 and 935-940 MHz. Payments are divided into 10 installments, with the latest installment – the 4th payment – amounting to 4,072,848,000 Baht. Remaining installments shall be paid in subsequent years assuring the rights to operate the 900 MHz bands for a period of 15 years, or through 2033. For the 1800 MHz spectrum, dtac TriNet Co., Ltd., won bidding with 12.511 billion Baht (excluding VAT) for 1 allotment of 2X5 MHz bands of 1745-1750 and 1840-1845 MHz for an operation period of 15 years, or through 2033. The 4th and final installment amounting to 3,346,692,500 Baht…

December 28, 2021 - dtac has collaborated with Thai manufacturer ASEFA to launch virtual tours of the ASEFA factory for the very first time. Leveraging the power of 5G, virtual reality (VR) and the Internet of Things (IoT), the project is an important prototype for medium-sized factories looking to tackle the challenges of a rapidly changing sector. ASEFA, a leading manufacturer and provider of electrical switchboards for businesses and industries, is paving the way for how factories can carry out virtual tours safely and conveniently in the near future. Through VR headsets, these digital tours provide easy access to new and prospective customers, and ensure social distancing by eliminating the need for travel and in-person visits. Moreover, this collaboration with dtac also enhances security measures by introducing smart wireless surveillance systems with access to all areas of the premises. Mr. Wichai Soontornvutikul, Executive Director of ASEFA PCL, said: “With this upgrade, we hope to see a 10% increase in visitors to the website and to the factory, expanding our reach to new audiences, including business owners and new-generation engineers familiar with the technology.” Customers can also virtually visit the factory via a website, and ASEFA can support an average of…

December 27, 2021 – With the New Year holiday upon us, and travel regulations continuing to evolve, dtac stands ready to support high volumes of domestic movement and changing travel plans. dtac has implemented increased network capacity by deploying additional mobile base stations at strategic locations and expanded its 24/7 rapid response team to support users as they travel, gather with loved ones and welcome a new year together. Mr. Prathet Tankuranun, Chief Technology Officer at Total Access Communication PLC or dtac, said, “Our key company strategy has always been to offer a network with great usability and value, along with excellent customer-centric service. We have continuously expanded our coverage for an unparalleled user experience. For our 700 MHz network, we have added over 12,000 base stations across Thailand. Continual improvements such as these prepare us to tackle the New Year peak usage period, when numerous year-end events are scheduled, many Thai people plan to travel, and many changes in itineraries can be expected. dtac is ready to offer superlative mobile service to ensure our customers stay connected with loved ones, execute long-awaited reunions, and stay flexible where changing travel regulations require.” dtac’s 5 Strategies for Superlative User Experience this…

December 22, 2021 - Daisin is one of Thailand's leading publicly-held aluminum vehicle parts manufacturers and in the Top Ten of production capacity in Thailand. With a sales volume of approximately THB 6 billion per year, 52% of Daisin’s income comes from the motorcycle parts industry, 36% from the auto parts industry, and another 8% from parts production for other industries such as agricultural engines, and multipurpose engines. For more than 42 years, Daisin has manufactured parts essential to both domestic and overseas customers, creating stability for the Thailand industrial sector by championing international quality standards. Mr. Thanin Leegomonchai, President of Daisin Co., Ltd. stated, “As a manufacturer of auto parts for over 42 years leading up to the current COVID-19 crisis, we’ve now seen the importance of technology and automation that has led us to adapt with ‘Smart’ factories.” “This cooperation between NECTEC NSTDA and dtac is our first step in utilizing 5G to eliminate pain points in the manufacturing process. AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles), can deliver parts during the production process, but cannot be accurately controlled. Specifically, keeping track of their location manually by staffs causes a loss of production time. This presents extra costs in transporting parts…