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Telkomsel Boosted 4G and 5G Coverage for MotoGP Mandalika
Telkomsel strengthened its 4G and 5G network for the MotoGP held on 9–11 October 2026 at the Mandalika circuit in Lombok, Indonesia.
The company optimized service at 30 locations, including the circuit, transport links, hotels and recreation areas.
It had 279 4G base stations and 17 5G base stations ready across strategic locations, and added capacity at the circuit.
Telkomsel said the network could serve about 60,000 users during the event.
The company also opened customer-service booths at Lombok International Airport and two locations at the circuit, and offered roaming access for visitors from abroad.
Reliable mobile service matters at a major international event, where visitors and staff need to stay connected; Telkomsel also linked the event to tourism and the local economy.
The event has ended, and no further network plans were specified.
Telkomsel strengthened its 4G and 5G networks for the 2026 MotoGP Mandalika, held from October 9 to 11.
The company optimized coverage at 30 points of interest, including the circuit, transport links, hotels and recreation areas.
It deployed 279 4G base stations and 17 5G base stations across strategic locations.
At the main circuit, Telkomsel added capacity using 27 4G base stations and nine 5G base stations.
The preparations were designed to support service for up to about 60,000 users during the event.
- Who
- Telkomsel strengthened its network and customer services for the event.
- What
- It boosted 4G and 5G coverage and capacity, including at the Mandalika circuit.
- When
- October 9–11, 2026.
- Where
- Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit and other points in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.
- Why
- To support communications and digital access for visitors, tourists, participants and others during the international event.
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Telkomsel is committed to providing the best connectivity through the optimization of 4G and 5G networks, including the use of the 2600 MHz frequency for 5G services, so that the public, tourists and all parties involved can stay connected and enjoy an optimal digital experience throughout the event
In addition to ensuring network infrastructure readiness, we are also providing direct customer services at various strategic points
The MotoGP Mandalika event took place at Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit.
CNN Indonesia published its report on Telkomsel’s network preparations for the event.
- Network coverage points
- 30 points of interest
- Deployed base stations
- 279 4G and 17 5G
- Main circuit additions
- 27 4G and 9 5G base stations
- New sites
- 7 inside the Mandalika circuit
- Extra mobile units
- 2 Compact Mobile Base Transceiver Stations
- Planned service capacity
- About 60,000 users
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