Three submarine cables in the Red Sea, that provide global internet and telecommunications services, have been cut, The Associated Press reported on 4 of March. These cables include the Asia-Africa-Europe 1, el Europe India Gateway, Seacom y TGN-Gulf, and affect approximately 25% of Red Sea data transmission volume. The disruption has caused concerns as the Red Sea is a vital route for transporting goods and energy from Asia and the Middle East to Europe., as well as for data transmission from Asia to Europe.
Internet and Electric Submarine Cable
A submarine cable is a type of cable designed to be used underwater., especially in the oceans and seas. There are two main types of submarine cables: internet submarine cable and electric submarine cable.
Submarine internet cables are cables that carry internet signals and data over long distances underwater.. These cables are used to connect different countries and continents, allowing people around the world to communicate and access the internet.
electric submarine cables, on the other hand, are used to transmit electrical energy through water. These cables are mainly used to connect islands and oil rigs., as well as to transmit energy from wind farms and hydroelectric plants located in the sea.
Both types of submarine cables are built with resistant and durable materials that can withstand pressure and marine currents.. Besides, submarine cables are protected by several layers of insulation and coatings to guarantee their integrity and safety.
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United States and Malaysia Announce New MYUS Submarine Cable
In a historic milestone for digital connectivity, the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) announced during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation business summit (APEC) in San Francisco that a grant for a feasibility study will be awarded to the Malaysian consulting firm Hexa Capital Consultancy. The objective of this study is the development of the first direct MYUS submarine cable system that will connect Malaysia and the United States, marking a new era in transpacific digital collaboration.
Mysterious Damage to Underwater Communications Cables Sparks Concern in the Baltic Sea
In the Baltic Sea, a disturbing mystery has enveloped Finland, Estonia and Sweden in recent weeks. Reported incidents on the undersea cables connecting these countries have raised questions and fears about the security of communications and energy supplies in the region.. Were these damages caused by intentional acts or simple accidents??
Design and Development of Composite Submarine Cables
Submarine cables play a vital role in connecting coastal islands and cities around the world, allowing the transmission of electricity and data over long distances underwater. To meet the growing demand for power and signal transmission simultaneously, optoelectronic composite submarine cables have emerged. These technological advances are essential to maintain the constant flow of electricity and data in an increasingly interconnected world..
Southwire Partners with NKT on CHPE Project
Southwire has been awarded a contract by Nexans (NKT) to provide a portion of the underground power cable for the CHPE project (Champlain Hudson Power Express), for which NKT is the full cable supplier and owner of the cable system technology.
Global Submarine Internet Cables Enter A Phase Of Transition From Old To New
Amid an ever-evolving digital landscape, the global submarine cable industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by the inevitable generational change. Aging submarine internet cables will be retired and a boom in the construction of state-of-the-art submarine cable systems is underway.
Medusa Submarine Cable System Begins Construction
The consortium formed by Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN), Electra Tlc, Medusa and Orange have announced in early July the start of construction of the Medusa Submarine Cable System. This is a project that will promote connectivity throughout the Mediterranean region.
Correll Wins Contract for AC Submarine Access Cables in Germany
The Correll Group, based in the United States, has been successfully contracted by the offshore installation company Asso.subsea to provide access operations to AC submarine cables (alternating current) for the offshore substation of the German wind farm Gode Wind 3 OWP and the offshore high voltage direct current substation (HVDC) DolWin kappa. These are as part of the connection system to the alternating current network. This contract is carried out on behalf of the end customer TenneT, the transmission system operator responsible for the connection to the Gode Wind grid 3.
North Sea Link High-Voltage Submarine Cable Returns to Operation
The North SeaLink high-voltage submarine cable (NSL) connecting the United Kingdom and Norway with a capacity of 1400MW, the 13 of June, after suffering a decrease in its operating capacity due to a technical failure.
Oman and UAE to Build New OEG Submarine Cable
The telecommunications company Omantel of Oman and the second largest telecommunications company in the UAE, the company DU, have teamed up to build a new submarine cable called OEG, which will serve as a fast and unique connection between Oman and the United Arab Emirates.