In response to rising vulnerabilities in global telecommunications, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is establishing an International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience. These cables, responsible for carrying over 99 percent of international data, are critical to the global digital economy, enabling communication, finance, and cloud services. However, they are … Read More
The UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB) has announced a GBP 20 million initial investment in subsea HVDC cable manufacturer XLCC to develop a new factory in Hunterston, Scotland. The funding package includes an option for an additional GBP 67 million, contingent upon the company meeting specific development milestones. The UKIB commitment … Read More
Malaysia-based subsea cable installation company, OMS Group, has announced that it has allocated USD 300 million for investments to expand its global submarine cable systems and terrestrial infrastructure. This allocation follows KKR’s investment in OMS Group in 2023, TelecomTalk reported. Also Read: Subsea Cable Company OMS Group Secures USD 400 … Read More
Network operator Zayo Europe has announced the launch of a new Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) route connecting London and Paris. This new route reportedly enhances connectivity and diversity options between these two major cities, adding to Zayo’s network in the UK and France. Also Read: Zayo Announces Major Network … Read More
Global subsea connectivity service provider Aqua Comms has announced the activation of a new fiber pair on its AEC-1 system, which connects New York, Dublin, and London. With this, the company has accelerated its investment in the AEC-1 platform. The new fiber pair has been brought into service to address … Read More
Telecom Fiji is partnering with New Zealand service provider Kordia, specialising in critical communications, to implement its North transmission network in Vanua Levu. The project will connect the Savusavu Submarine Cable Station to the Labasa Exchange using advanced Ciena transmission equipment, marking a significant milestone in strengthening Fiji’s telecommunications infrastructure, … Read More
Malaysian-based Hexa Capital Consultancy, the owner of the Malaysia-US (MYUS) cable, has appointed Alaska Communications as its US landing party for the upcoming MYUS cable. Set to launch by mid-2028, this fiber optic cable will establish a direct link between Malaysia and the US, enhancing digital connectivity across Southeast Asia. … Read More
Airtel Business, the B2B arm of Indian telecommunications service provider Bharti Airtel, has partnered with Italian telecommunications service provider Sparkle to secure additional capacity on the Blue and Raman Submarine Cable, a diversified low-latency route between Asia and Europe. The two companies will also collaborate on developing new business opportunities … Read More
Fiber broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions has announced the landing of the South-East Asia Hainan-Hong Kong Express Cable System (SEA-H2X) in Bauang, La Union, Philippines. This fiber-optic submarine cable, with a capacity of 160 Tbps, aims to enhance data capacity and connectivity across the Asia-Pacific region, according to the official … Read More
UAE operator Du and Palestine Telecommunications Company (Paltel) have officially signed the Du-Pal express route agreement. This initiative aims to construct an express link between the two countries, catering to escalating market demands with enhanced speed, expanded connectivity, and a superior customer experience, while also presenting a broader spectrum of … Read More
Taiwanese telecommunications provider Chunghwa Telecom and NTT Corporation (NTT) have activated what they claim is the world’s first international Innovative Optical and Wireless Network Advanced Public Network (IOWN APN) between Taiwan and Japan. The network connects Chunghwa Telecom’s headquarters in Taipei City with NTT’s Musashino R&D Center in Japan, achieving … Read More
Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin) and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) have officially announced partnership to develop Indonesia’s telecommunications infrastructure through the development of the Indonesia Cable Express System 2 (ICE System 2) during BATIC 2024 event. The ICE System 2 is designed to address the growing needs for connectivity at various … Read More
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