12 November 2024

Mobily and Telecom Egypt have inked an agreement to build the first Saudi undersea cable connecting Saudi Arabia and Egypt. According to Telecom Egypt, the new cable, which is completely owned by Mobily, would cross the Red Sea, connecting Saudi Arabia and Egypt.

The new subsea cable strengthens Telecom Egypt’s network of subsea cable systems alongside its extensive international infrastructure to provide more dependable connectivity, handle increasing telecom traffic, and satisfy the growing demand for internet services both locally and globally. The new cable will land at two cable landing stations along the Red Sea: Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt and Duba in Saudi Arabia.

“This cable will enable Mobily to connect the Arabian Gulf and Saudi Arabia’s neighboring countries to the Egyptian landing station in the Red Sea through Mobily’s digital corridors. Additionally, the cable will provide connections to various subsea cable systems landing in Egypt,” said Telecom Egypt in a statement. “This agreement is part of Mobily’s strategy to expand its extensive infrastructure and network. The new cable builds on the company’s previous investments in subsea cables, which link it to various regions around the world, further enhancing Mobily’s international capacity.”

“The signing of the agreement underscores our commitment to expanding our infrastructure and enhancing our capabilities both regionally and internationally, as Mobily’s new cable will connect Saudi Arabia to Egypt and improve communication flexibility between the Middle East and Europe,” said Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al-Badran, CEO of Mobily.

“We are confident that this commercial agreement will be a valuable addition to our ongoing efforts to support this critical sector and cater to the rising demand for capacity and connectivity,” said Mohamed Nasr, managing director and CEO of Telecom Egypt.