Subsea Resource Hub

Sparkle has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Turkcell to launch a new subsea cable solution in the Mediterranean.

The Middle East has long served as a crucial hub for global internet traffic, particularly through the route south of the Arabian Peninsula and via the Suez Canal. However, recent disruptions, such as the Red Sea cable cuts, have exposed vulnerabilities in the existing infrastructure.

Australia’s first submarine “hypercable,” SMAP, is now fully manufactured and ready for ship loading at the ASN factory in Calais, France, marking a major milestone for the country’s digital infrastructure.

PTCL invested $59.5 million in Africa-1 submarine cable to strengthen Pakistan’s digital future

The panel discussion at Capacity Middle East titled: How important is Africa to Middle East connectivity, explored Africa’s role in Middle East connectivity, focusing on digital transformation, infrastructure development, economic benefits, and technological advancements.

A consortium of European telecom firms has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the development of a Pan-Arctic Cable System (PACS), aimed at boosting global digital connectivity through a resilient submarine cable network.

3-4 June 2025, London