In a major stride towards bolstering digital connectivity in Southeast Asia, PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin), in collaboration with BW Digital, has embarked on an ambitious project to lay an undersea cable linking Batam, Indonesia, and Singapore. This strategic move aims to cater to the soaring demand for data transit between the two pivotal economic hubs.
The initiative, signed during the International Telecommunications Week 2024 in Maryland, USA, underscores a significant commitment by both companies to drive forward the digital economy of the region through the Nongsa-Changi undersea cable system.
The Nongsa-Changi undersea cable spans 50 km and includes at least 24 pairs of state-of-the-art fiber optics, designed to address the data center demands in both Batam and Singapore.
The partnership between Telin and BW Digital leverages their combined expertise to significantly enhance the digital connectivity infrastructure, supporting robust, high-capacity data flows.
The undersea cable project is poised to facilitate intense data-driven activities, including high-density AI applications and DC-to-DC connectivity, thereby propelling the digital economic growth in the region.
Both companies emphasize technical excellence and environmental considerations in the deployment of the undersea cable, ensuring minimal ecological impact.
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The project aims for a Ready for Service (RFS) status by the fourth quarter of 2025, setting a fast-paced schedule for completion to meet the critical demand.
The construction of the Nongsa-Changi submarine cable by Telin and BW Digital is set to revolutionize the connectivity landscape between Batam and Singapore. This infrastructure not only promises to enhance the digital capabilities of both regions but also strengthens economic ties. For Singaporeans and international stakeholders, this development ensures a reliable and efficient data transfer corridor, pivotal for various sectors including finance, technology, and communications.
Telin and BW Digital’s joint venture to install an undersea cable between Batam and Singapore marks a significant advancement in digital infrastructure, enhancing connectivity and fostering economic growth in Southeast Asia. With its strategic importance and technological prowess, this project stands as a testament to the proactive efforts in meeting the growing digital demands of the region.
Sources: Detikinet.com, Medcom (2024)
