Name of the Project
Liquid Sea submarine cable project.
Location
The Liquid Sea cable will run along a route of about 10 000 km, from South Africa to the Middle East.
Client
Liquid Sea, a wholly owned subsidiary of Liquid Telecom.
Project Description
The new submarine cable will directly connect all countries along the east coast of Africa and provide new connectivity for the Middle East and Europe. The project will include landing stations in several ports that are currently not served by existing sea cables. The cable will be connected to Liquid Telecom’s pan-African terrestrial fibre network – the largest network in Africa – allowing for reliable and affordable international connectivity to landlocked and coastal countries in East, Central and Southern Africa.
Jobs to be Created
Not stated.
Value
The project is fully funded.
Duration
Completion is expected in two years.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Liquid Telecom, tel +27 11 300 1400 or fax +27 11 463 7231.