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This Week in Submarine Telecoms

May 5-10, 2024

Cable Faults & Maintenance

BTC is suing to seize a yacht in New York, alleging it caused $1.5 million in damages by breaking a submarine cable in the Bahamas. BTC Bids to Seize Yacht Over $1.5m Cable Break
Repair efforts for damaged subsea cables in Yemen face delays due to access disputes and security concerns amidst conflict in the region. Yemen Subsea Cable Repairs Delayed
The West Africa Cable System (WACS) was repaired after a suspected undersea landslide disrupted services, with further repairs ongoing. WACS Subsea Cable Repaired After Landslide Damage

Data Centers

DXN is set to deliver four cable landing stations for the East Micronesia Cable System, boosting connectivity across Pacific islands. DXN to Build Cable Landing Stations for EMCS in Pacific

Future Systems

The Azores requests urgent formation of a task force to address its critical, aging submarine cable infrastructure. Azores Calls for Submarine Cable Task Force
Unitirreno's submarine cable system nears completion, with key permits and ongoing manufacturing marking major progress. Unitirreno Advances Subsea Cable Development
Orange's SEA-ME-WE 6 cable has reached Marseille, boosting Asia connectivity with a 130 Tbps capacity, set to operate by 2025. Orange Announces SEA-ME-WE 6 Cable Lands in Marseille

State of the Industry

Australia commits $75 million to Tuvalu for connectivity and security projects, countering China's growing regional influence. Australia's $75M Boost to Tuvalu Amid Regional Tensions
Angola Cables and Camtel enhance West Africa's digital connectivity, utilizing subsea cables for improved internet access. Angola Cables and Camtel Boost West Africa Connectivity
Optus names Stephen Rue, former leader at Australia's NBN, as CEO to boost service quality and rebuild customer trust. Optus Appoints Stephen Rue as New CEO

Technology & Upgrades

BW Digital enhances sustainability by installing solar panels at a New Zealand cable station, aiming to sell excess energy to the grid. BW Digital Installs Solar Panels at NZ Cable Station
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