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Daily Tribune
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
New 'North Gulf' Submarine Cable to Connect Bahrain with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq
During the official visit of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, to the United States, Beyon announced today a new agreement to develop the "North Gulf" project. This is an 800-kilometer undersea cable system that will extend the existing "Gulf Cable" by linking Bahrain with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq. The project will be fully owned and operated by Beyon in partnership with SubCom, a global leader in submarine cable systems that is currently working on the Gulf Cable network. The North Gulf expansion will strengthen Bahrain's position as a strategic digital hub, connecting the region to the rest of the world through the latest SEA-ME-WE 6 undersea cable, which stretches over 21,700 kilometers and links Bahrain to 14 other countries across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. This new cable system will improve Bahrain's ability to handle data traffic, ensure data sovereignty, support global connectivity, enhance digital resilience, and boost cybersecurity. Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of Beyon Group, emphasized the importance of the Crown Prince's visit to the friendly United States and highlighted the key role it plays in strengthening the strategic partnership between Bahrain and the U.S., especially in the private sector. Commenting on the agreement, Sheikh Abdullah said, 'Our partnership with SubCom is a major step in supporting Bahrain's vision for a digital economy. Connecting Bahrain to global networks while improving speed, efficiency, and flexibility is essential to building a strong digital infrastructure. This investment advances our goal to create a dynamic digital ecosystem that drives innovation, supports economic development, and opens new opportunities for future transformative technologies.' David Coogan, CEO of SubCom, added, 'We are pleased to deepen our partnership with Beyon through the North Gulf project. Our ongoing collaboration demonstrates our shared commitment to delivering reliable, scalable solutions designed to meet the evolving communication needs and challenges in the Middle East.' The North Gulf cable project is expected to provide advanced global communication solutions tailored to the growing demands of cloud computing companies, digital service providers, and government entities. It will also strengthen data exchange routes and enhance network efficiency and stability both regionally and internationally.
Biz Bahrain
2 days ago
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Beyon announces "Khaleej North" submarine cable extension project
Beyon announced the signing of an agreement to develop 'Khaleej North', an 800-kilometer submarine cable system that will further expand Al Khaleej Cable by connecting Bahrain with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq. Fully owned and operated by Beyon, the new system will be developed in partnership with SubCom, the global subsea cable provider currently delivering Beyon's Al Khaleej cable system. The signing ceremony and announcement took place during the official visit of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to the United States of America. This strategic extension will position Bahrain as a strategic digital hub connecting the region to the world through the latest submarine cable system, SEA-ME-WE 6, a 21,700-kilometer high-capacity system linking Bahrain with 14 other countries across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Khaleej North will further enhance the Kingdom's capability in data traffic and sovereignty, global communication, digital resilience, and cybersecurity. Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of Beyon, described the partnership with SubCom as both strategic and essential in advancing Bahrain's ambitions for its digital economy. He emphasised that enhancing Bahrain's connection to global networks through greater speed, capacity, and resilience is crucial for developing a strong digital foundation. According to him, the investment represents an important step towards creating a dynamic digital ecosystem that supports innovation, stimulates economic development, and prepares the ground for the next wave of transformative technologies. David Coughlan, Chief Executive Officer of SubCom, explained that the expansion of their partnership with Beyon via the Khaleej North initiative demonstrates both organisations' shared commitment to delivering connectivity solutions in the Middle East that are dependable, scalable, and designed for the future. The Khaleej North cable will provide enhanced global connectivity in the region. Designed to meet the rising demands of hyperscalers, enterprises, cloud service providers, and government entities, the system will strengthen data exchange pathways and increase network resilience. BNA(R)
Zawya
02-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Telecom Egypt completes two landings of subsea cable system
Telecom Egypt, which is listed on the Egyptian stock exchange, has completed two landings of the Southeast Asia-Middle East-Western Europe 6 (SEA-ME-WE-6) subsea cable system in Egypt. The landings were in Port Said on the Mediterranean coast and Ras Ghareb on the Red Sea via two diversified trans-Egypt terrestrial crossing routes, the telco said in a statement on Wednesday. The move is expected to further strengthen connectivity across the region once it becomes operational. SEA-ME-WE-6 is the sixth edition of the SEA-ME-WE cable system family. It connects Singapore (Tuas) to France (Marseille), crossing Egypt's territory terrestrially. US-based SubCom is the contractor responsible for building the subsea cable system. Upon completion, the SEA-ME-WE-6 cable system will establish a connection between Africa, Asia, and Europe through its 17 landing points. Spanning a distance of 21,700 km, the system's consortium comprises 16 subsea cable providers, including Telecom Egypt, BEYON (Bahrain), Bangladesh Submarine Cables, Bharti Airtel (India), China United Network Communications Group, Dhiraagu (Maldives), Djibouti Telecom, Microsoft (US), Mobily (Saudi Arabia), Orange (France), PCCW Global, Singtel (Singapore), Sri Lanka Telecom, Telekom Malaysia, Telin (Indonesia), and Trans World Associates (Pakistan). (Writing by P Deol; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
Zawya
02-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Batelco by Beyon elevates connectivity: New fiber plans offering speeds from 300Mbps to 2Gbps
Manama, Bahrain: Batelco by Beyon is excited to announce its new Fiber Speed plans, designed to deliver unmatched internet performance with speeds starting from 300Mbps reaching up to 2Gbps. Batelco is simultaneously enhancing its existing fiber speeds, boosting entry-level speeds from 100 Mbps to 300 Mbps. Moreover, the highest speed offered by Batelco will also increase from 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps. Existing customers will automatically benefit from the upgrade, experiencing speeds up to three times their current levels, all at no additional cost. This upgrade delivers a seamless, high-performance online experience, enabling faster downloads, smoother streaming, and an overall superior online experience. Batelco CEO Maitham Abdulla commented, 'At Batelco, we are dedicated to the continuous improvement of our services, always striving to elevate the customer experiences. We are delighted to introduce high-speed internet solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. This significant enhancement not only reflects our commitment to excellence but also ensures that our customers enjoy the very best in connectivity.' 'This step aligns with the ongoing efforts to elevate Bahrain's position in global speed rankings, reflecting a strategic commitment to enhancing the nation's digital infrastructure and fostering improved connectivity for all,' he added. Customers can subscribe to any of Batelco's plans at their retail shops or mobile app. -Ends- This press release has been issued by Beyon Corporate Communications & Sustainability Department. For further information, please contact FOLLOW US: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: Facebook: X: ABOUT BATELCO BY BEYON: Batelco by Beyon, is the leading provider of innovative telecommunications and digital services that connect and empower people, enable businesses, and enrich society. Batelco serves the enterprise, consumer, government and global markets in one of the most competitive environments in the MENA region through its comprehensive portfolio which includes fixed and mobile telecoms, internet connectivity, cloud services, and Data Center solutions. With sophisticated infrastructure solutions. Batelco offers dependable and diverse solutions to meet growing international capacity demands. Batelco also has major infrastructure projects in the pipeline including participation in the SEA-ME-WE 6 international cable, Al Khaleej Cable the company's first fully owned subsea cable, and a new state-of-the-art Data Centre. For more information, please visit
Zawya
05-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Batelco and Qareeb sign Heads of Terms contract during Capacity Middle East
Manama, Bahrain: Batelco, part of the Beyon Group, and Qareeb Data Centres the Middle East's first edge data centre provider, met during Capacity Middle East 2025 to discuss plans for their collaborative project, the development of the first White Space Data Centre in Bahrain, which is currently under construction at Beyon Data Oasis, in the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, both parties signed a Heads of Terms contract, building on an MOU signed during the Gateway Gulf Forum which took place in Bahrain in November 2024, helping to solidify plans and operational details for the new data centre. Batelco Chief Global Business Officer Hani Askar and Qareeb Chief Strategy Officer Annemarie Van Zadelhoff signed the new contract in the presence of officials from both companies. Hani Askar commented on the new signing saying, 'This is a key milestone towards the new Data Centre at Beyon's Data Oasis, which is in line to be the biggest technology hub in the Kingdom of Bahrain. We are delighted with the progress made so far and look forward to finalising plans in the coming months.' Annemarie Van Zadelhoff added, 'We look forward to delivering this first-of-its-kind data centre in Bahrain as well as key colocation services in collaboration with Batelco, providing in-demand services for major customers around the Middle East region and beyond.' -Ends- This press release has been issued by Beyon Corporate Communications & Sustainability Department. For further information, please contact FOLLOW US: Instagram: LinkedIn: YouTube: Facebook: X: About Batelco: Batelco, part of the Beyon group, is the leading provider of innovative telecommunications and digital services that connect and empower people, enable businesses, and enrich society. Batelco serves the enterprise, consumer, government and global markets in one of the most competitive environments in the MENA region through its comprehensive portfolio which includes fixed and mobile telecoms, internet connectivity, cloud services, and Data Center solutions. With sophisticated infrastructure solutions. Batelco offers dependable and diverse solutions to meet growing international capacity demands. Batelco also has major infrastructure projects in the pipeline including participation in the SEA-ME-WE 6 international cable, Al Khaleej Cable the company's first fully owned subsea cable, and a new state-of-the-art Data Centre. For more information, please visit About Qareeb Data Centres Qareeb Data Centres is on a mission to deliver world-class Edge Data Centre solutions in the Middle East, enabling businesses in their digital transformation through delivering best in class infrastructure tailored for cloud and AI-driven growth, with transparency and a customer-first approach at the core. Headquartered in Bahrain, Qareeb fuses international and local expertise to ensure a consistent exceptional customer experience tailored to regional needs. To find out more, visit
