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cts

Connection. Technology. Service.

CTS Horizon Sdn. Bhd. (CTS), formerly known as Celcom Timur (Sabah) Sdn. Bhd., is a joint venture company delivering advanced connectivity and integrated smart solutions. Built on a strong foundation of fibre optic networks, CTS plays a critical role in enabling seamless digital connectivity for telecommunications providers, enterprises and public sector partners.

With a comprehensive network footprint spanning Sabah, including submarine cable systems, CTS has established itself as a key enabler of digital access and connectivity across the state and its surrounding regions.

The company’s rebranding to CTS Horizon Sdn. Bhd., launched on 7 April 2026, marks a significant step forward in its evolution, reflecting a broader ambition beyond connectivity infrastructure towards enabling digital ecosystems and smart, data-driven solutions.

Guided by its vision to become East ASEAN’s most preferred partner in connectivity solutions by 2035, CTS is expanding its role beyond Sabah, building strategic partnerships and delivering solutions that support regional digital growth.

As the demand for connectivity and digital solutions continues to grow, CTS remains committed to delivering reliable, scalable and future-ready services that empower communities, enable organisations and support long-term, inclusive progress across the region.

Our Purpose

Connecting the world
for tomorrow

Connecting

CTS plays a key role in actively connecting and shaping the future. We provide connectivity solutions and innovative technology that helps foster meaningful relationships and unlocks opportunities for people, businesses and communities.

The world

A geographic aspiration and outward looking view without borders or limitations. This also highlights CTSʼs commitment to inclusive growth and harnessing potential, ensuring connectivity is accessible for everyone.

For tomorrow

A longer-term view and a commitment to continuous innovation and adaptability, to meet the evolving needs of tomorrowʼs world.

Our Core Values & Key Behaviours

Our Vision

To be East ASEANʼs most preferred partner in connectivity solutions by 2035

To be East ASEANʼs
Signals CTSʼs ambition to lead beyond Sabah, focusing on the dynamic, diverse and rapidly growing East ASEAN region by building on CTSʼs track record and strategic location in Sabah.

Most preferred
Indicates CTSʼs aspiration to be the top choice in the region for its services.

Partner
Emphasises working hand-in-hand to create value and share success with key stakeholders (customers, government, suppliers).

In connectivity solutions
Reinforces CTSʼs core strength in fiber optic transmission services and its growing role in delivering innovative solutions.

By 2035
Establishes an ambitious, clear, time-bound commitment to advancing Sabahʼs and the East ASEANʼs digital future within the decade.

Our Strengths

CTS delivers high-capacity, reliable connectivity through an extensive fibre network, supporting telecommunications operators, enterprises and public sector organisations in enabling critical communications and digital services across Sabah and beyond.

Through its operating model, CTS delivers network availability of up to 99.95%. Leveraging advanced network management and automation, issues are detected early and resolved efficiently, with an average Mean Time to Restore (MTTR) of within two (2) hours, ensuring continuous and reliable network performance.

Built on carrier-grade technologies, the network is designed for resilience, scalability and long-term performance. A dedicated 24/7 network operations environment enables continuous monitoring and proactive management, ensuring stable and consistent service delivery.

Beyond infrastructure, CTS’s strength lies in its people and the partnerships it builds. Working closely with customers and stakeholders, CTS ensures reliable delivery, responsive support and solutions that are aligned to evolving needs. Backed by a strong financial foundation and sustainable growth, CTS continues to strengthen its role as a trusted partner in enabling connectivity and smart solutions across the region.

Our Strengths

CTS delivers high-capacity, reliable connectivity through an extensive fibre network, supporting telecommunications operators, enterprises and public sector organisations in enabling critical communications and digital services across Sabah and beyond.

Through its operating model, CTS delivers network availability of up to 99.95%. Leveraging advanced network management and automation, issues are detected early and resolved efficiently, with an average Mean Time to Restore (MTTR) of within two (2) hours, ensuring continuous and reliable network performance.

Built on carrier-grade technologies, the network is designed for resilience, scalability and long-term performance. A dedicated 24/7 network operations environment enables continuous monitoring and proactive management, ensuring stable and consistent service delivery.

Beyond infrastructure, CTS’s strength lies in its people and the partnerships it builds. Working closely with customers and stakeholders, CTS ensures reliable delivery, responsive support and solutions that are aligned to evolving needs. Backed by a strong financial foundation and sustainable growth, CTS continues to strengthen its role as a trusted partner in enabling connectivity and smart solutions across the region.

Clients

Maxis Broadband

U Mobile

YTL
Digital Nasional
Redtone
Access Corporate Ventures
Asian Supply Base
Sabah Softwoods
Sapulut Forest Development
China Communications Construction Company

PR1MA Communication

Sabah Electricity
TM Technology Service
Sea Telco Engineering Services
TIME dotCom

Business Partners

Hap Seng Properties Development

Edotco Malaysia

Sabah Net

IP Core Technologies

Cosmos International Consultancy

Clients

Maxis Broadband

U Mobile

YTL
Digital Nasional
Redtone
Access Corporate Ventures
Asian Supply Base
Sabah Softwoods
Sapulut Forest Development
China Communications Construction Company

PR1MA Communication

Sabah Electricity
TM Technology Service
Sea Telco Engineering Services
TIME dotCom

Business Partners

Hap Seng Properties Development

Edotco Malaysia

Sabah Net

IP Core Technologies

Cosmos International Consultancy

Our Business

Shareholder Interest

A Joint Venture Company incorporated on 17 January 1995

Shareholder Interest

A Joint Venture Company incorporated on 17 January 1995

80% CelcomDigi Berhad – Mobile Communication Network Operator

10% Hugold Success Sdn Bhd – A Sabah Based Private Investment Company

10% Qhazanah Sabah Sdn Bhd – A Wholly-owned Sabah State Investment Arm

MCMC Licenses

CTS holds all key licences issued by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), enabling it to operate across the full telecommunications value chain:

  1. Network Facilities Provider (NFP)
  2. Network Service Provider (NSP)
  3. Application Service Provider (ASP)

This complete licensing framework allows CTS to develop and operate fibre infrastructure, as well as deliver connectivity services to telecommunications operators and industry partners. It positions CTS to support Sabah’s digital ecosystem through end-to-end fibre transmission capabilities.