Telecom Egypt and SubCom have completed the landings of the SEA-ME-WE-6 submarine cable in Egypt, marking an important milestone in global internet connectivity.
Cable Landings in Egypt
The landings were completed on July 2, 2025, in the port cities of Port Said and Ras Ghareb. This 21,700-kilometer cable connects 17 landing points across three continents, significantly improving internet connectivity between Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Strategic Importance of SEA-ME-WE-6
The SEA-ME-WE-6, the sixth iteration of the SEA-ME-WE cable family, provides a dense connection from Singapore to Marseille. With a design capacity of 126 terabits per second, the cable utilizes advanced Space Division Multiplexing technology. Egypt's strategic location makes it a key hub for communication among different parts of the world.
Economic and Digital Implications
The SEA-ME-WE-6 is expected to boost Egypt's digital economy and reinforce its role as a global telecommunications center. The cable will support the growing demand for high-speed internet access for businesses and consumers across multiple regions.
The completion of the SEA-ME-WE-6 cable landings marks a critical step in the development of telecommunications infrastructure and digital transformation across regions.
