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Kripa B October 8th, 2024 8:24 AM 0 COMMENTS

ITU Establishes International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience

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 increasingly susceptible to disruptions caused by natural disasters and accidents. Also Read: OMS Group Allocates USD 300 Million for Subsea... Read More

Srikapardhi September 30th, 2024 11:59 AM 0 COMMENTS

UK Infrastructure Bank Invests in Subsea HVDC Cable Maker XLCC

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 is complemented by further investment from both existing and new investors. Also Read: OMS Group Allocates USD 300 Million for... Read More

Srikapardhi September 27th, 2024 12:23 PM 0 COMMENTS

OMS Group Allocates USD 300 Million for Subsea Cable and Infrastructure Expansion

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 Million Investment Supporting Digital Transformation "Our focus is on expanding our submarine cable systems and terrestrial infrastructure to meet the... Read More

Srikapardhi September 25th, 2024 10:07 AM 0 COMMENTS

Zayo Europe Enhances Network Diversity with New London-Paris DWDM Route

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 Infrastructure Upgrades Across North America Key Features and Benefits The route offers improved connectivity with more endpoints and serves as... Read More

Srikapardhi September 24th, 2024 12:13 PM 0 COMMENTS

Aqua Comms Activates New Fiber Pair on the AEC-1 Subsea Network

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 the growing bandwidth demands of Aqua Comms’ customers, the company said on Tuesday. Also Read: Telecom Fiji Partners with Kordia... Read More

Srikapardhi September 18th, 2024 4:11 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telecom Fiji Partners with Kordia to Enhance North Transmission Network

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, Telecom Fiji said. Also Read: Telecom Fiji Partners With Telstra to Enhance International Connectivity Kordia’s Expertise and Role The company... Read More

Srikapardhi September 17th, 2024 8:48 PM 0 COMMENTS

Hexa Appoints Alaska Communications as US Landing Party for Malaysia-US Cable

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. Also Read: Airtel Business Secures Additional Capacity with Sparkle on Blue-Raman Cable Route and Key Connection Points The cable backbone... Read More

Srikapardhi September 12th, 2024 2:42 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Business Secures Additional Capacity with Sparkle on Blue-Raman Cable

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 and projects in the Indian subcontinent, leveraging their respective cable infrastructures, Airtel said in a joint statement on Thursday. Also... Read More

Srikapardhi September 8th, 2024 2:53 PM 0 COMMENTS

SEA-H2X Subsea Cable Lands in the Philippines

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 release last Friday. Also Read: Du and Paltel Sign Agreement for Express Connectivity Route Between UAE and Palestine SEA-H2X Cable... Read More

Srikapardhi August 30th, 2024 4:27 PM 0 COMMENTS

Du and Paltel Sign Agreement for Express Connectivity Route Between UAE and Palestine

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 commercial opportunities, Du said in a joint statement on Thursday. Also Read: Du Partners With Comarch for OSS Transformation Du-Pal... Read More

Srikapardhi August 30th, 2024 11:16 AM 0 COMMENTS

Chunghwa Telecom and NTT Activate International IOWN APN Between Taiwan and Japan

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 a latency of approximately 17 milliseconds over an approximately 3,000 km one-way distance, the official release said. Also Read: Chunghwa... Read More

Srikapardhi August 29th, 2024 10:43 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telin and IOH Partner to Develop Indonesia Cable System Express 2

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 landing points spread around Indonesia, including Jakarta, Surabaya, Balikpapan, Makassar, and Manado, while also providing links into Singapore. Also Read:... Read More