Malaysian telecommunications operator U Mobile has signed an agreement with renewable energy developer HLGY Energy to explore the deployment of private 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence (AI) and industrial automation across solar farms in Malaysia. The collaboration will assess the use of private 5G networks to support monitoring, inspection and maintenance activities at solar facilities.
Under the proposed collaboration, U Mobile would provide communications infrastructure and support the development of automation and digital solutions for HLGY Energy. The initiative aims to explore how advanced connectivity and digital technologies can support solar farm operations. Further details on deployment timelines, project locations and investment have not been disclosed.