Achievements in FY2017

The Group has achieved a lot since our last annual report. We launched new products and services, bolstered our core and digital capabilities, and deepened our relationships with our regional associates.

April 2016

Launched Cyber Security Training for C-Suites

The Singtel Cyber Security Institute in Singapore is the first of its kind in Asia Pacific to hone cyber skills and preparedness of businesses and governments.

May 2016

Launched All-in-one Mobile Payments

Introduced Singtel Dash, Singapore’s first all-in-one mobile payments solution for transit, retail and money transfers.

June 2016

Extended Global Connectivity

Formed a strategic alliance with Airtel in India to provide high speed data connectivity through

Established Content Creation Arm

Globe in the Philippines set up Globe Studios and Globe Live to create original shows and world-class live entertainment events.

July 2016

Enhanced Digital Content

Launched Cast OTT video portal app offering Hollywood and Asian content, and Singtel Newsstand offering digital subscriptions to leading local and international news publications and SPH lifestyle magazines in Singapore.

Launched 24/7 Sports Channel

Optus Sport with on-demand and live multi-screen capability was launched in Australia.

August 2016

Launched International Mobile Video Competition

Launched "The 5-min Video Challenge" across the Group to generate original content.

September 2016

Tripled the Data

Launched DataX3 mobile data add-on to offer triple the mobile data allowance in Singapore.

October 2016

Launched Cyber Security Services in Japan

Partnered TIS Inc to provide Trustwave's cyber security services in Japan to help businesses build cyber resilience and protect critical infrastructure.

Invested in Cyber R&D

Established NUS-Singtel Cyber Security R&D Lab to create innovative cyber security solutions for a smarter, safer Singapore.

November 2016

Deepened Relations with Regional Associates

Increased effective interests in AIS and Airtel in the high-growth Thai and Indian markets through acquisition of shares in Intouch Holdings and Bharti Telecom.

Launched Security Operations Centre in Australia

Optus Advanced Security Operations Centre in Australia helps protect enterprises against cyber threats.

January 2017

Introduced Fastest Mobile Network

mobile data speeds nationwide in Singapore

Launched First Payments Bank

Airtel India launched India’s first payments bank, offering customers the convenience of cashless purchases using mobile money at over


February 2017

Invested in Digital Marketing Technology

Amobee strengthened its technological edge and scale with the acquisition of Turn, a leading data management platform and multi-channel programmatic media buying platform.


March 2017

Launched Cyber Security Services in the Philippines

Trustwave Managed Security Services was launched in the Philippines with Globe to help enterprises protect against cyber attacks.