Laos Telecom Towers Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Laos Telecom Towers Market Report is Segmented by Ownership (operator-Owned, Private-Owned, and MNO Captive Sites), by Installation (rooftop and Ground-Based), and by Fuel Type (renewable and Non-Renewable). The Market Size and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Laos Telecom Towers Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Laos Telecom Towers Market Size

Laos Telecom Towers Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Historical Data Period 2019 - 2023
CAGR 0.19 %
Market Concentration High

Major Players

Laos Telecom Towers Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Laos Telecom Towers Market Analysis

The Laos Telecom Towers Market is expected to register a CAGR of 0.19% during the forecast period.

  • Laos's telecom tower market is undergoing significant transformations. Bolstered by government support, 5G technology is set to be a cornerstone in the nation's digital evolution, gaining traction rapidly. This momentum is anticipated to drive increased spending and amplify focus on expansive telecom projects nationwide.
  • In Laos, the rising demand for mobile connectivity and Internet access is primarily fuelling the growth of the telecom tower market. With the increasing mobile penetration, a growing number of individuals are turning to mobile networks for their communication and data needs. This surge in demand underscores the urgent need to expand telecom infrastructure, notably by deploying new towers, to enhance coverage and boost network capacity.
  • Moreover, the Laotian government actively supports digital transformation and bolstering telecommunications infrastructure, focusing on improving connectivity in rural and underserved regions. Investments from both domestic and international telecom firms are propelling this expansion. In Laos, the rising adoption of 4G and 5G technologies is driving the demand for more advanced and widespread telecom towers, catering to the evolving needs of both consumers and businesses.
  • In July 2024, as part of the state visit to Laos, President Tô Lâm toured Star Telecom (Unitel), a collaboration between Viettel Global JSC of Vietnam and Lao Asia Telecom. He emphasized that Star Telecom should take the lead in driving digital transformation in Laos, offering products and services tailored to the Lao legislature, government ministries, and agencies.
  • Also, in July 2024, officials from Laos' Ministry of Technology and Communications and Cambodia's Ministry of Post and Telecommunications engaged in discussions to enhance cooperation in postal services, telecommunications, information and communication technology, and the digital government. In the meeting, both parties committed to bolstering their collaboration, emphasizing advancing digital government services, integrating blockchain technology, and establishing a public document authentication system.
  • However, factors like high infrastructure deployment costs, environmental concerns, and community resistance to new tower installations are hindering the growth of the telecom tower market in the country. Additionally, as the market matures and mobile coverage nears saturation, the demand for new towers declines, further constraining growth potential.

Laos Telecom Towers Industry Overview

The Laos Telecom Towers Market is moderately fragmented and consists of several major players. Major players like Unitel (Star Telecom), Best Telecom Co Ltd., and Lao Telecommunication Public Company are focusing on expanding their overall customer base by adopting various technologies.

  • May 2024: Laos has made significant strides in its telecommunications landscape, extending its fiber optic cable network to an impressive 98,524 kilometres. This expansion ensures that a greater number of villages nationwide can access mobile phone signals. Currently, Laos has issued over 6.1 million mobile phone numbers, facilitating internet access, and the public has established more than 4.6 million accounts.
  • February 2024: EDOTCO, a player in integrated telecommunications infrastructure services, has unveiled a strategic partnership with Telecom Infra Project (TIP) and Telkom University, aiming to transform the telecommunications landscape across Southeast Asia. During the Mobile World Congress 2024, the partnership took a significant step forward with the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This pivotal moment underscores the partnership's commitment to fostering innovation, enhancing connectivity, and promoting inclusivity throughout the region.

Laos Telecom Towers Market Leaders

  1. Unitel (Star Telecom)

  2. Best Telecom Co Ltd.

  3. Lao Telecommunication Public Company

  4. EDOTCO Group Sdn Bhd

  5. PLANET Co. Ltd

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Laos Telecom Towers Market Concentration
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Laos Telecom Towers Market News

  • May 2024: OCK Group Bhd has inked a tower leasing deal with Best Telecom Co Ltd, signalling its debut in the Laotian telecommunications arena. Best Telecom, which recently secured the 5G spectrum in Laos, is set to roll out its 5G network nationwide by the end of the year. Over the next 15 years, OCK will construct and lease telecommunications towers to Best Telecom in Vientiane and other key cities, guaranteeing a consistent income stream for the group.
  • January 2024: Lao Telecom, the telecommunications provider in Laos, launched Laos' inaugural 5G high-speed internet service. During an event at Vientiane's National Convention Center, Lao Telecom not only introduced this service but also showcased a suite of advanced technologies. These include virtual reality (VR), drone-based space exploration, iFarm solutions, cyber security measures, cloud computing services, and the M-MoneyX platform. Notably, all these innovations were demonstrated to operate seamlessly with the newly introduced high-speed internet service.

Laos Telecom Towers Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Connecting/Improving Connectivity to Rural Areas
    • 5.1.2 5G deployments are a major catalyst for growth in the cell-tower leasing environment
    • 5.1.3 Improving and Catering to Increasing Data Needs
  • 5.2 Market Restraints
    • 5.2.1 Environmental Concerns about Power Supply Systems to Towers
    • 5.2.2 Tower sharing between Telecom Companies

6. TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT

  • 6.1 Technology Snapshot

7. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 7.1 Ownership
    • 7.1.1 Operator-owned
    • 7.1.2 Private-owned
    • 7.1.3 MNO Captive sites
  • 7.2 Installation
    • 7.2.1 Rooftop
    • 7.2.2 Ground-based
  • 7.3 Fuel Type
    • 7.3.1 Renewable
    • 7.3.2 Non-renewable

8. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 8.1 Company Profiles
    • 8.1.1 Unitel (Star Telecom)
    • 8.1.2 Best Telecom Co Ltd.
    • 8.1.3 Lao Telecommunication Public Company
    • 8.1.4 EDOTCO Group Sdn Bhd
    • 8.1.5 PLANET Co. Ltd
    • 8.1.6 Southeast Asia Tower Company Limited
    • 8.1.7 OCK Group Bhd
  • *List Not Exhaustive

9. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

10. FUTURE MARKET OUTLOOK

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Laos Telecom Towers Industry Segmentation

Telecom towers, essential for wireless transmission, support antennas and communication equipment. These towers enable mobile networks to span extensive areas, ensuring smooth signal broadcasting and reception between mobile devices and the network. Depending on location and network needs, telecom towers vary in design and size, including lattice towers, monopoles, and guyed towers.

The Laos telecom towers market is segmented by ownership (operator-owned, private-owned, and MNO captive sites), by installation (rooftop and ground-based), and by fuel type (renewable and non-renewable).

The Market Size and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Ownership Operator-owned
Private-owned
MNO Captive sites
Installation Rooftop
Ground-based
Fuel Type Renewable
Non-renewable
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Laos Telecom Towers Market Research Faqs

What is the current Laos Telecom Towers Market size?

The Laos Telecom Towers Market is projected to register a CAGR of 0.19% during the forecast period (2025-2030)

Who are the key players in Laos Telecom Towers Market?

Unitel (Star Telecom), Best Telecom Co Ltd., Lao Telecommunication Public Company, EDOTCO Group Sdn Bhd and PLANET Co. Ltd are the major companies operating in the Laos Telecom Towers Market.

What years does this Laos Telecom Towers Market cover?

The report covers the Laos Telecom Towers Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Laos Telecom Towers Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Laos Telecom Towers Industry Report

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