- An Edotco pioneer with varied leadership roles in Operations, Engineering, and Technology
- Will lead efforts to enhance connectivity and accelerate telco infrastructure development
Edotco Cambodia, a leading telecommunications infrastructure services provider, has appointed Ashok Muthu (pic) as its new country managing director. With extensive industry experience, Ashok will lead efforts to enhance connectivity and accelerate telecommunications infrastructure development in Cambodia.
As Cambodiaundergoes rapid digital transformation, the demand for robust telecommunications infrastructure is paramount. Edotco Cambodia is committed to meeting this demand and facilitating the country’s digital growth by collaborating with the ecosystem players to incrase infrastructure availability and co-sharing.
The company believes there is a strong need for the government and the industry to work together to bridge the digital divide between the rural and urban populations.
Ashok’s appointment reinforces the company’s dedication to providing world-class solutions and driving innovation in Cambodia’s telecommunications sector.
Adlan Tajudin, group CEO of Malaysia’s Edotco Group said Ashok’s appointment reflects the company’s strong commitment to Cambodia and its belief in its telecommunications potential. He added that with his deep industry knowledge and strategic acumen, we are confident that EDOTCO Cambodia will play a pivotal role in shaping the country’s digital landscape.
As a pioneer member of Edotco, Ashok has held various leadership positions over the last decade covering Operations, Engineering, and Technology. Apart from being at Edotco Group during the formative years, he was part of the management team of Bangladesh and Malaysia. Having been at the group and the operational regional footprints, Ashok brings extensive experience and the best of both worlds to a market like Cambodia.
“I am honoured to join Edotco Cambodia at this exciting juncture,” said Ashok. “Cambodia presents immense potential for telecommunications development, and I am committed to leveraging the company’s expertise to support the country’s digital transformation. Our focus will be on helping our customers to expand their reach to the unconnected or under-connected people, fostering partnerships, and delivering innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of the market.”
Under Ashok’s stewardship, Edotco Cambodia will pursue a comprehensive strategy to prepare for emerging technologies and market demands. The company’s vision encompasses initiatives such as optimising network infrastructure sharing, facilitating new spectrum rollouts, and enhancing energy efficiency through sustainable solutions.
Edotco Group remains committed to helping nations across Asia build a sustainable and resilient tower infrastructure in the country and has a strong track record of investing in efforts to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency in all its footprint markets.