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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Telecommunications, Cloud Computing |
| Founded | 2017 |
| Founder | Dominic McDonald |
| Headquarters | Singapore |
Area served | Worldwide |
Key people | Dominic McDonald (CEO) |
| Products | Smart Cloud, Session Border Controller as a Service (SBCaaS), Smart Exchange, ULAP Voice, Compliance Tools |
| Website | ulap.net |
ULAP Networks is a global telecommunications and cloud infrastructure company headquartered in Singapore, with operations in over 113 countries. The company provides carrier-grade voice, collaboration, and connectivity solutions for multinational enterprises, and is known for its AI-free, compliance-driven communications model.[1]
History
[edit]ULAP Networks was founded in 2017 by Dominic McDonald, an Australian-born telecommunications executive with over 20 years of experience in the Asia-Pacific region. The name "ULAP" means "cloud" in Filipino, aligning with the company’s goal to deliver intelligent, cloud-native infrastructure to underserved and complex markets.[2]
In its early days, McDonald traveled across Asia with a suitcase of demo equipment, pitching ULAP’s capabilities directly to telecom carriers. His grassroots approach helped ULAP land its first enterprise clients and shaped its reputation for operational agility.[3]
In 2022, ULAP CEO Dominic McDonald joined a fireside chat at Imagine’s inaugural Step-Up conference, where he discussed developments in 5G, cloud, and intelligent infrastructure.[4]
In 2023, ULAP achieved several regulatory milestones:
- In **Brunei Darussalam**, ULAP was awarded a Service Provider for the Telecommunications Industry (SeTi) license, allowing it to operate locally and offer services such as Smart Exchange and ULAP Voice.[5]
- In **Japan**, it received a Telecommunications Carriers License, enabling broader service delivery across the Asia-Pacific region.[6]
In 2024, ULAP partnered with **Trada Telekom Indonesia** to form **PT ULAP Jaringan Indonesia**, expanding ULAP’s network and services into the Indonesian enterprise market.[7]
In 2025, ULAP was recognized by the Cloud Communications Alliance for "Outstanding Performance as a New Member" at Cloud Connections 2025.[8]
Products and Services
[edit]- ULAP Smart Exchange: A global platform integrating communications across Zoom, Microsoft Teams, NICE, and other platforms.
- Session Border Controller as a Service (SBCaaS): A scalable, cloud-native SBC solution for secure voice infrastructure.
- ULAP Smart Cloud: A secure and intelligent global carrier-grade backbone.
- ULAP Voice: An AI-free UCaaS solution focused on compliance and privacy.[9]
- Compliance tools: Call recording and AI analytics powered through partnerships with CallCabinet and NICE Systems.
Clients
[edit]ULAP’s client base includes global names across media, finance, energy, and telecommunications:
Partnerships
[edit]ULAP maintains strategic partnerships with leading technology providers:
- Zoom – Certified Cloud Peering Partner[10]
- Microsoft – Telephony and PBX integration with Microsoft Teams[1]
- 8x8 – UCaaS and CCaaS infrastructure collaboration[11]
- CallCabinet – AI-based compliance and call recording
- NICE Systems – Contact center analytics and CX automation
- **Crayon (Philippines)** – Cloud distribution and consulting[12]
- **Imagine Sdn Bhd (Brunei)** – Regional network and telecom services
- **Trada Telekom Indonesia** – Joint venture forming PT ULAP Jaringan Indonesia[7]
Global Presence
[edit]ULAP Networks maintains offices and infrastructure hubs in:
- Singapore (HQ)
- Brunei Darussalam
- Philippines
- Thailand
- Indonesia
- Australia
- United States
- Egypt[13]
Recognition
[edit]- Highly Commended – Rising Star Organization, 2023 UC Awards[14]
- Outstanding Performance as a New Member – Cloud Communications Alliance, 2025[8]
Leadership
[edit]Dominic McDonald, Founder and CEO of ULAP Networks, previously worked across 16 economies in Asia-Pacific and represented Australia in rugby union. He frequently speaks at global forums on digital equity and intelligent cloud networks.[2]
External links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Company Profile - ULAP Networks". Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ a b "From Emerging Markets to Million-Dollar Moves". 12 November 2024. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "ULAP Founder Shares Growth Journey". Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "ULAP CEO Joins Fireside Chat at Imagine Step-Up Conference". 10 November 2022. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "ULAP Networks Awarded Telecommunications License in Brunei Darussalam". 3 November 2023. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "ULAP Awarded Telecommunication Carriers License in Japan". 30 November 2023. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ a b "ULAP and Trada Telekom Indonesia Form Joint Venture". Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ a b "ULAP Networks Earns 'Highly Commended' at UC Awards". Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "ULAP Launches AI-Free Voice Solution For Compliant Comms". 29 August 2024. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "ULAP Networks - Zoom Partner Solutions". Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "Explore Our Partner Programs". Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "Crayon and ULAP Announce Partnership". 13 April 2021. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "ULAP Contact Locations". Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "ULAP's 'Highly Commended' mention at the 2023 UC Awards". 14 December 2023. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
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