SubCom Al Khaleej Subsea Cable Project Expands Bahrain’s Connectivity
SubCom has partnered with Batelco, part of the Beyon Group, to deliver the Al Khaleej subsea cable system. This important network branch will extend from the SEA-ME-WE 6 cable system and improve digital capacity across the Arabian Gulf. The SubCom Al Khaleej subsea cable project will significantly boost Bahrain’s data exchange and strengthen its role as a regional telecom hub.
Expanding Regional Data Connectivity
The new Al Khaleej cable will span 1,400 km, linking Bahrain with Qatar, the UAE, and Oman. SubCom is manufacturing the system at its Newington, New Hampshire facility, using its advanced fiber-optic cable technology.
Once operational, the project will increase network diversity and ensure faster, more reliable internet routes. It will also enhance regional connectivity by linking to the SEA-ME-WE 6, a 21,700 km subsea telecommunications system connecting Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
SubCom and Batelco Strengthen Partnership
Benoit Duguet, Project Manager at SubCom, praised the strong collaboration. “Our team is already producing the cable and equipment for one of the region’s most extensive projects,” he said. “We appreciate the trust from the SEA-ME-WE 6 consortium and especially from Batelco, as we build infrastructure that will transform Gulf connectivity.”
Powering Growth Through the SEA-ME-WE 6 System
Batelco joined the SEA-ME-WE 6 consortium alongside major global partners such as Bharti Airtel, China Unicom, Orange, Djibouti Telecom, and Telekom Malaysia. Together, the consortium is developing a cable system capable of transferring over 100 terabits per second.
This advanced data capacity will increase redundancy, improve bandwidth, and enhance network resilience along high-traffic routes between the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Moreover, it supports the region’s long-term digital transformation goals.
Building the Future of Subsea Technology
SubCom continues to lead the way in high-fiber-count subsea cable manufacturing. Its expertise drives projects that expand global connectivity and digital access. The SubCom Al Khaleej subsea cable project and SEA-ME-WE 6 extension are both on track for completion by Q2 2026.
With strong collaboration and state-of-the-art engineering, SubCom helps bridge nations and foster faster, more resilient communications worldwide.
