About Issue 53:

Welcome to the 53rd edition of SubTel Forum’s Submarine Cable Almanac, featuring the latest updates on global submarine cable systems. Since the last issue, 11 new systems have been added, and 17 have been updated, ensuring access to the most current industry data.

This edition highlights the age distribution of submarine cables, with 52 planned systems ahead and nearly half of existing cables over 16 years old. By categorizing cables by age, we offer insights into development cycles and network longevity.

We appreciate Ocean Networks for exclusively sponsoring this issue, supporting continued research and industry insights. Check out details on their HIFL Cable System.

Updates? Contact Kieran Clark at [email protected].

Next Issue August 2025

About the Almanac

Your Guide to Submarine Cable Systems

The Submarine Telecoms Cable Almanac is a meticulously crafted reference, offering a comprehensive snapshot of over 500 current and planned domestic and international submarine cable systems. More than just raw data, it provides in-depth analysis, trends, and insights, making it an essential tool for industry professionals, researchers, and those curious about the undersea world of cables.

How the Almanac is Created

Our data-driven approach ensures the Almanac remains accurate and up to date. We continuously gather information from public, commercial, and scientific sources while leveraging our proprietary Submarine Cable Database. Through expert interviews and ArcGIS Pro mapping, we provide visually consistent representations of global submarine cable infrastructure.

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