In a press release on Monday (June 24), StarHub said that it had received a SURGE in applications from customers who decided in the last few days to migrate to the fibre network, resulting in an order backlog.

In addition, the telco said that it is working closely with fibre network operator NetLink Trust to resolve fibre installation delays due to more complex requirements for infrastructure &mdash including ducts, wiring and choked lead-in pipes &mdash at some homes.

As such, StarHub extended the cessation of its cable network to help all customers take advantage of the technology migration, rate protection of existing subscriptions and associated promotional offers, the press release said