Internet Access in Singapore: A Comprehensive Overview
The nationwide fiber backbone, the Next Gen NBN, uses NetLink Trust for passive infrastructure and a structural separation that lets Singtel, StarHub, and M1 jointly serve over 98% of fixed-line subscribers. Singapore’s average fixed broadband speed was about 336 Mbps in January 2025, making it the fastest globally. The government plans a 10 Gbps symmetric nationwide upgrade by 2026, with 10 Gbps trials already underway by MyRepublic. By end-2024, 5G coverage was effectively island-wide, with StarHub reporting >99% outdoor coverage and Singtel delivering full 5G across MRT underground lines. 3G networks were retired in 2024, with M1 shutting down in