About Us
About Us
Submarine Telecoms Forum – Voice of the Industry
SubTel Forum is the leading source of news, analysis, and market intelligence for the global submarine cable industry. For over two decades, we have provided professionals with in-depth reporting, industry-leading publications, and real-time insights into the evolving subsea telecom sector. Through our magazines, reports, and digital platforms, we deliver expert coverage on submarine cable systems, emerging technologies, and key industry trends—serving as a vital resource for informed decision-making, networking, and knowledge-sharing worldwide.
Informing the Future of Submarine Cables
Informing the Future of Submarine Cables
We provide in-depth news, expert analysis, and industry insights to educate and empower the submarine cable community.
Our Commitment to Editorial Integrity
Our Commitment to Editorial Integrity
We uphold the highest journalistic standards, ensuring our content remains independent from advertising influence. Our editorial team is dedicated to delivering accurate, engaging, and insightful analysis that informs and educates the submarine cable industry. All submissions must meet Associated Press style guidelines and align with our mission to provide high-quality, industry-relevant content.
Meet our team
Experts Informing and Advancing the Submarine Cable Industry
Our team of industry leaders delivers in-depth analysis, news, and insights to educate, inspire innovation, and drive informed discourse.
Kieran Clark
Senior Analyst
Andrés Fígoli
Author, Legal & Regulatory Matters
Eric Gutshall
Author, Capacity Connection
Syeda Humera
Analyst
Kristian Nielsen
Vice President
Wayne Nielsen
President & Publisher
Philip Pilgrim
Author, Back Reflection
Nicola Tate
Advertising Sales Representative
Wendy Wade
Designer
Our History
Our History
SubTel Forum was founded in 2001 during a pivotal moment in the submarine cable industry. Recognizing the need for a dedicated platform to foster discussion and knowledge-sharing, industry veterans Wayne Nielsen and Ted Breeze launched the publication with a bold vision: to provide a freely accessible forum for professionals in submarine optical fiber technologies. Despite launching amid an industry downturn, SubTel Forum quickly gained traction, with its first issue featuring eight articles and seven complimentary advertisements—an early testament to the trust and support of the submarine cable community.
Over the years, SubTel Forum has grown from a small industry magazine into the leading digital platform for submarine cable insights. Expanding beyond its original publication, it now offers an extensive suite of resources, including daily news coverage, analytical reports, and interactive media, all while remaining committed to its founding principles: providing a wide range of perspectives and sparking informed discussions that entertain, educate, and provoke thought. Today, SubTel Forum continues to be the voice of the industry, serving a global audience and shaping conversations around the future of submarine telecom networks.
