Mobily Highlights Strategic Investments In Submarine Cables And Terrestrial Networks At Singapore Conference

Etihad Etisalat, known as Mobily, is a telecommunications company in Saudi Arabia. It recently announced its participation in the Submarine Networks World conference held in Singapore on September 25-26. The event features over 130 speakers discussing key issues in global telecommunications and the submarine industry.

Mobily is focusing on strategic investments in submarine cables, terrestrial networks, data centres, and internet exchanges. These initiatives are part of its mission to expand global infrastructure and form partnerships that meet evolving industry demands. The company aims to enhance its role as a leader in wholesale and digital infrastructure by offering unique solutions for operators, data centres, cloud providers, internet exchanges, and content providers.

A key focus for Mobily is expanding its presence in submarine cable systems. This expansion aims to improve technology, accessibility, coverage, and route diversity within its international network. Mobily actively participates in global alliances to construct submarine cables and is a member of several such systems.

Contribution to Vision 2030

Mobily operates four strategic landing stations within Saudi Arabia. These efforts contribute to Vision 2030's goal of establishing the country as a global digital hub connecting East and West. The company's commitment to developing its global infrastructure underscores its response to rising demand and rapid changes in the telecom industry.

Recent Developments

Recently, Mobily expanded its network by providing integrated communication services using advanced technologies. This includes the SEA-ME-WE-6 continental cable landing in Yanbu city, which extends from Asia to Europe through the Middle East. Additionally, the Africa-1 continental cable landed in Duba city connects Asia and the Middle East with Africa and Europe.

Mobily's investments aim to develop infrastructure and offer the latest services to national and international customers. These efforts highlight Mobily's dedication to enhancing connectivity across regions while aligning with Saudi Arabia's broader digital ambitions.

With inputs from SPA