Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) has secured a contract from Sparkle to deliver the ASN GreenMed subsea cable project. This next-generation system will strengthen connectivity between Europe and the Middle East and support growing demand for high-capacity data transmission.
Subsea Cable System Design and Deployment
ASN will lead system design and manufacture the subsea optical infrastructure, including advanced wet plant components. In addition, Elettra Tlc will handle marine operations, such as route surveys and cable installation.
The companies signed the agreement during Capacity Middle East 2026 in Dubai. The contract is expected to take effect by the end of February 2026. The first system segments are scheduled to enter service by late 2028.
Expanding Regional Connectivity and Capacity
The GreenMed East segment will cross the Adriatic Sea and connect key hubs such as Crete and Sicily. It will also extend connectivity to Balkan countries, improving regional integration.
As a result, the project will support rising demand driven by cloud services, content delivery networks, enterprise digitalization, and AI-related data traffic.
Supporting Network Resilience and Future Demand
The ASN GreenMed subsea cable project will enhance route diversity, improve network resilience, and reduce latency for international data transmission. Therefore, it will play a critical role in strengthening digital infrastructure across Europe and the Middle East.
Projects like GreenMed reflect continued investment in subsea fiber infrastructure. As demand grows, companies are developing advanced systems to support next-generation connectivity.
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