This Week in Submarine Telecoms

November 13-17

Data Centers

LINX Nairobi, the new Internet Exchange Point in Kenya, enhances East Africa's digital connectivity and supports regional growth. LINX Nairobi: East Africa's New IXP Hub

Future Systems

Google Firmina submarine cable docking begins in Praia Grande, Brazil, set to complete in the next 10 days. Google Docks Firmina Cable in Brazil
Telxius confirms joining Google's Firmina subsea cable, enhancing US-Brazil-Argentina connectivity, set to launch in 2024. Telxius Joins Google’s Firmina Subsea Cable System
The Sihanoukville-HK submarine cable, spanning nearly 3,000 km, is expected to be operational by July 2025. Sihanoukville-HK Submarine Cable Completion in 2025
Google will not build a cable landing station at Annie's Bay Park in Bermuda, opting for a different site for its Nuvem cable. Google Bermuda Cable Plan Alters

State of the Industry

WIOCC Group launches OATS at AfricaCom, offering comprehensive managed network and infrastructure services across Africa. WIOCC Group Unveils OATS for Africa's Digital Growth