StarHub to acquire MyRepublic mobile business amid telco consolidation
StarHub has announced it will acquire MyRepublic’s mobile business, transferring its 4G customers from M1’s network to StarHub’s network. MyRepublic’s mobile brand will be retained, while StarHub adds mobile and broadband assets from the deal completed by 2027. The move illustrates ongoing consolidation in Singapore’s telecommunications sector, with potential implications for network investment and pricing dynamics.
What is happening
StarHub intends to purchase the mobile business of MyRepublic. Under the deal, MyRepublic’s 4G and 5G subscribers will be migrated to StarHub’s network, and the MyRepublic mobile customers will continue to use the MyRepublic brand. StarHub will also gain broadband assets that it acquired in August 2026. The transaction’s exact value depends on subscriber numbers, average revenue per user (ARPU), and customer lifespan, and is expected to close by April 30, 2027. A bonus cash of 1 million Singapore dollars will be paid if 25,000 MyRepublic subscribers migrate.
Who is affected
Current MyRepublic mobile customers will be moved onto StarHub’s network. MyRepublic’s broadband customers are not described as part of this mobile deal, but StarHub will have a larger combined mobile and broadband business after the acquisition. The change is primarily about network access and service provisioning for mobile subscribers rather than immediate changes to individual plans, at least in the near term as migration proceeds.
Practical next steps
Customers on MyRepublic mobile should watch for communications from StarHub regarding migration timelines and any changes to self-service portals or billing. After migration, customers may use StarHub network infrastructure for voice and data services. If you are a MyRepublic mobile subscriber, confirm your account details with StarHub during the migration window and check whether your plan remains the same or if adjustments are offered. For current StarHub and M1 customers, there is no immediate action required unless notified by the operator about migration-related steps.
Limits and questions
Details such as the final price of the deal and exact migration timing depend on subscriber counts and ARPU metrics. Regulatory approvals and integration work can influence the schedule. If you have questions about how the migration affects your plan or billing, contact the customer service channels of StarHub or MyRepublic. This explainer uses the information available in the cited source and does not speculate beyond what is stated there.
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