AIS announces overall 2021 operating results, still able to grow in all dimensions amid challenging situations and limitations Consequently, total revenue was 181,333 million baht, a growth of 4.9%, net profit of 26,922 million baht.
With the dedication of more than 12,000 personnel in raising the quality of service. signal network quality to create a digital lifestyle experience that meets the needs of Thai people Including bringing the potential of 5G by building a strong digital infrastructure to support the growth of various sectors.
especially the manufacturing sector and industrial sectors, which are important engines in driving the country. For the year 2022, prepare to invest more than 30,000 – 35 billion baht to enhance the quality of network services to support continuous growth of customers this year.
Mr. Somchai Lertsuthiwong Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Info Service Public Company Limited or AIS said, “The situation in 2021 is another year where we have to face many limitations and challenges. Bring the potential of quality network to create a good experience for customers. bring new technology to enhance the work of the business sector Manufacturing and industrial sectors
In the past year, AIS has been able to create a more complete Digital Ecosystem. By working with various partners both globally and locally to create synergistic growth. This makes the results in 2021 at a satisfactory level. This is a result of the dedication and dedication of AIS people who understand their work as a market leader who must focus on growth in all dimensions, both in terms of quality and superior service.”
As for the operating results in 2021, total revenue was at 181,333 million baht, an increase of 4.9 percent compared to the previous year. In the net profit of 26,922 million baht, a decrease of 1.9 percent from the previous year.
In terms of costs, AIS continues to invest in expanding 5G/4G networks to strengthen its leadership. And the acquisition of additional spectrum licenses this year (700MHz and 26GHz licenses) resulted in a 4.5-year increase in cost of services.
but from good cost management in terms of selling and administrative expenses As a result, AIS had EBITDA of 91,408 million baht, an increase of 2.2% y-o-y. In addition, AIS maintains its strongest financial profile in the industry. Which will pay a dividend from the second half operating results of 4.24 baht per share on April 19, 2022. The operating results are broken down by business as follows.
- mobile phone business Revenue decreased slightly at 0.7 percent from the previous year to 117,244 million baht due to the weak economic conditions and consumer purchasing power during the new epidemic situation throughout the year.
In addition, the competition continues to be intense, especially price competition. But by adapting and offering new digital experiences to customers, in 2021 there will be an increase of 2.68 million subscriber numbers, bringing the number of mobile phone customers to 44.1 million in 2021. 5G has more than 2.2 million 5G subscribers.
- high speed internet business Still performing well with a revenue growth rate of 21 percent compared to the previous year. This is a continuous growth beyond the industry. With 435,100 additional customers, AIS Fiber has a total of 1,772,000 customers, surpassing the target of 1.6 million households in 2021.
By focusing on creating a new standard of service by guaranteeing service within 24 hours, including fast installation. Solving problems within 24 hours, ready to take the home internet market to the next level with the first 2Gbps speed package in Thailand. Meet the needs of customers who want the fastest internet speed.
corporate customer service business still growing strong accounted for 18 percent compared to the previous year. Expanding cooperation with Microsoft as a business partner for cloud services in Thailand, strengthening the service to more enterprise customers.
by AIS Business has launched new services to strengthen more Ready to expand cooperation and provide 5G solutions to upgrade the industrial sector and manufacturing plants. Both work processes work with a variety of digital technologies.
Whether working with OMRON to develop new solutions, Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, Smart Manufacturing Joining forces with Mitsubishi Electric and TKK to deliver Total Industrial Solution technology with eF@ctory, focusing on bringing digital technology to drive the country’s development in the digital economy.
digital service business In the past year, AIS continues to focus on enhancing its leadership in digital services. through cooperation with partners to create a digital experience that is in line with the modern lifestyle of Thai people in collaboration with Disney+ Hotstar, a content provider on video platforms
Which AIS has the right to provide special packages and marketing to customers in Thailand, BBC adds 2 premium channels, both BBC World News and BBC Lifestyle, or even world-class sports content such as olympic And pleasing Thai fans by grabbing the rights to broadcast the Thai League football in the latest season as well.
Mr. Somchai added that “Development and change of economic, social environment and consumer behavior It determines our important growth direction in the future. which from various factors It reflects us that AIS is ready to become a smart telecommunication organization or Cognitive Telco to extend the potential of the signal network that we have in hand. to be efficient and ready for new changes and challenges that will happen this year To deliver a digital experience that is on par with leading countries for Thai people and various sectors
We have prepared a budget of over 30,000 – 35 billion baht to continuously upgrade the quality of network services. Support opportunities and growth in terms of more users. including looking at the big picture of a country that relies on a strong digital and technological infrastructure for various sectors Use it as a country’s strength to compete and attract investors. This is what AIS has continuously strived to do as a leader.”
